Local Radio
During the KRJB Farm and Field Show on Wednesday R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier caught up with NDSU Research & Extension Entomologist Dr Mark Botel to discuss the Lygus (Lie-Gus) Bug, which he sees becoming more of an issue as summer moves along. Dr Botel says sugarbeet producers should be on the lookout for the…
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Changes have been made to the Department of Veterans Affairs’ toxic exposure coverage and you may be eligible for coverage no matter your income. Polk County Veterans Service Officer Kurt Ellefson tells us more. If you have questions regarding your eligibility or need help applying for coverage contact your county’s veteran service office.
The Mahnomen County Fair is here. Today (Thursday) is the official kick off and there’s tons of things to do for people of all ages. Mahnomen County Fair board members Joe and Gerri Swiers tell us some of the things going on today weather permitting. The fun goes into Friday with much to do as…
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Millions of people across the United States will be breaking out their grills and smokers for their Independence Day cookout. Nutritional educator Dr. Julie Gatza is an expert in digestive health and she shares some things you can do to avoid BBQ bloat during your 4th of July celebration. Some other things you could do…
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If you’re going to watch fireworks tonight, don’t bring your pets along. Erin Wilson, manager of Scruffy Tails in Crookston, explains why. Wilson says if there’s a fireworks display nearby, keep your pet indoors. She also says if you’re going to light fireworks in your neighborhood, tell your neighbors so that they can bring their…
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The Hillsboro Vets Club will be having their Annual Independence Day Observance on Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Vets Club representative Terry Whal tells us what they have planned. Wahl says the meal is free will offered and he tells us what money raised from the meal will go to. Again that’s Thursday, July…
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It’s Independence Day week and many people will be celebrating the United States’ Birthday with fireworks. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager tells us to be safe this week and reminds us about Minnesota’s fireworks law. Hager says the 4th of July is one of the deadliest days for Minnesota drivers and he reminds people to…
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The Rural Enrichment And Counseling Headquarters (REACH) is gearing up for the 2024/2025 school year and is taking donations for their School Supply Distribution and Backpack Program. Reach Executive Director Stephanie Schneck tells us more about the school supply program and the kind of items they are looking for. Schneck also highlighted some items that…
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The First Norman County Historical Society July Coffee Conversation is today starting at 10:00 AM at the Norman County Museum near the fairgrounds. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society tells us what today’s topic is and goes over the schedule for the rest of the month. All coffee conversations are also live streamed…
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The Mahnomen County Fair Kicks off tomorrow! (July 4) Mahnomen County Fair board members Joe and Gerri Swiers give us a rundown of Thursday’s events and attractions, which includes some new events. There will also be a free firework show at dusk at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen. A full schedule of events can…
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