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Fun in the Flatlands is set to take place at the Norman County Fairgrounds in Ada this week, and Norman County 4H is inviting the public out to 4H Achievement Days, which will be taking place as a part of the celebration. Linda Houglum of Norman County 4H says Achievement Days gives 4Hers a chance…
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3-year old Emi Schaffer is about to make her Times Square big debut this Saturday, September12th after being selected as one of the 500 photos from across the United States to appear inthe National Down Syndrome Society’s annual Times Square video presentation that takesplace prior to the NYC Buddy Walk through Central Park. Schaffer is…
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The fall season is just about here, but for those looking to take a trip to a local state park or recreation area to take in the fall colors, you may need to take your trip earlier than normal. Itasca State Park Lead Naturalist Connie Cox says summer drought conditions are causing the tree to…
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The Sanford Center in Bemidji is set to take on brand new management as the city voted to notrenew the contract with current management company Legends Global at their City Councilmeeting on Tuesday as part of their preparations for the end of that contract in March of 2027.Legends Global operates in 5 different continents and…
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BUXTON, ND—The Central Valley School Board Wednesday approved its levy for the upcoming fiscal year. Superintendent Jeremy Brandt says the Board was quite thorough in making its decision. And here’s what the Central Valley School Board decided: Brandt also tells R&J News this year’s K-through-12 enrollment at Central Valley is 201 students—four more than last…
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The Fertile Beltrami School Board approved a lease levy at their meeting earlier this week. Fertile Beltrami Superintendent Brian Clarke says the lease levy is in regards to their special education cooperative who’s building a new facility. Clarke says the board also approved the purchase of a number of items. The Fertile Beltrami School Board…
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The Kelly Thronson Memorial BBQ returns to the Norman County Fairgrounds this year, and over twenty cooks are expected to battle it out for the best prize of it all, bragging rights. While the food may be the main attraction for many, event representative John Hintz says the ultimate purpose of the BBQ is to…
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The Sugarbeet Pre-Harvest is in full swing for areas across the Red River Valley. Local Producer Chuck Ruebke says this year’s harvest is going alright, but they are facing some challenges. While they are facing these challenges, Ruebke says they are seeing a high sugar content. Ruebke was a guest on the Farm and Field…
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This past weekend, the annual Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion took place in Rollag, and this year’s feature was all about the tractor brand that traces its origins to Red Lake Falls Minnesota, the Steiger Tractor. However, did you know that Minnesota has a rich history of tractor brands that have called the state their…
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Did you know that Norman County has a Driving after Revocation Diversion program that helps offenders get their license, which leads to safer streets and lower reoffender rates? R&J News had the chance to catch up with Norman County Attorney Liz Brainerd who told us more about this program, and the impact it’s having. Brainard…
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