Ulen-Hitterdal School News
ULEN, MN—Ulen-Hitterdal Dean of Students Ted Critchley tells us what’s on tap for this shortened school week.
West Polk Soil and Water District Update
When the temperatures start to rise in Minnesota, that signals that project season is right around the corner. That’s no different for the West Polk Soil and Water District, as they have many projects scheduled for this spring and summer. Nicole Bernd of the West Polk Soil and Water District tells us more about what…
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Eastern North Dakota coyote population increases, fishing season slower than usual
Over the last couple decades, the Eastern North Dakota coyote population has taken off, causing the North Dakota Game and Fish to promote hunting opportunities for them. North Dakota Game and Fish Game Warden Drew Johnson says this year’s population seemed higher than normal, but participation in the season is higher. Johnson said the fur…
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Norman County One Fund Drive raises over $39,000
Gary Cares wrapped up their annual One Fund Drive earlier this month, and it was a massive success. Wendy Bennefeld of Gary Cares says it was a record breaking year in terms of total money raised. This year was the first year that Gary Cares included Norman County fire departments, rescue squads, and community clubs…
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ND School Board Filing Deadline Approaching
North Dakota school boards will be holding elections on June 10. And there’s not much time left to file as a candidate for those elections. If you’re interested in running for a seat on your local North Dakota school board, the deadline to file is 4pm on April 7. In Hillsboro, there’s one at…
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Fertile Beltrami’s Sidney Erickson visits Washington DC through 4H
Fertile Beltrami Senior Sidney Erickson was recently in Washington DC for a visit through the Minnesota 4H Ag Ambassador Ignite program. Erickson tells us more about the purpose of the visit, and she also shared some takeaways from the experience. Erickson also spoke more about being a 4H Ag Ambassador, and what the position entails. …
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Hawley construction, and middle school principal search update
Over the last couple school years students and staff at Hawley have had to adjust, as their school construction progressed. Hawley Superintendent Phil Jensen tells us more about Phase 1 of their construction project, which is nearing its end. Hawley is also in the midst of a new middle school building construction project, which Jensen…
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City of Hillsboro Update
The City of Hillsboro is looking to do some extensive work on their city electrical system, and the City will be taking a big step forward in the project. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont tells us more. Eggermont also explained what the city hopes to accomplish with this project. Lastly Egremont wants residents to mark…
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What do I do if my child ingests something poisonous?
Health emergencies can be a very stressful event for parents of children, and how you react to them can have major implications. This is especially true for accidental poisonings. Throughout this past week R&J News has been telling you about the different ways you can lower the chance of a poisoning in your home, with…
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Mahnomen School News
MAHNOMEN, MN—Elementary students in Mahnomen will be putting on some concerts soon. Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson tells us about them. Meanwhile, over at the high school, Mahnomen’s chapter of the National Honor Society has inducted some new members. Pederson says Mahnomen’s National Honor Society chapter has 25 members.