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Mahnomen Book Fair & ECFE Class being held on Monday 

It’s going to be a busy day at the Mahnomen School on Monday, as multiple events will be happening throughout the day. Mahnomen ED-FI Coordinator Kayla Nelson says they will be holding their annual book fair next week, which will be open on Monday and Tuesday.  Nelson says they will also be holding their ECFE…
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April 17, 2026 0

Norman County Commission Meets 

The Norman County Commission held their second meeting of April on Thursday morning, and received a presentation from the Minnesota DNR. Norman County Coordinator CJ Holl tells us what was presented during the meeting.  Holl says the commission also received a report from the county’s assessor Marti Sip, regarding City and Township assessments.   Under the…
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April 17, 2026 0

Severe Weather Awareness Week/Extreme Heat

Severe Weather Awareness Week wraps up Friday with a talk about extreme heat.  It might seem a bit early to think about 90 degree temperatures with high humidity, but Norman Country Emergency Management Director Garry Johanson says you need to use common sense.  We have more information on staying safe from extreme heat through this…
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April 17, 2026 0

Norman County East student receiving State Degree at MN State FFA Convention 

Norman County East will have representation at the Minnesota State FFA Convention in the Twin Cities next week, and for the first time in a while, a NCE Student will also be receiving a state degree.  Norman County East Senior Will Woltjer explains what a state degree is, and why it’s a big deal for…
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April 17, 2026 0

Hawley Art Show & Sale Continues

HAWLEY, MN—The 57th annual Hawley Art Show and Sale began its four day run Thursday at the Hawley Community Center.  Sandy Maydole, one of the co-chairs for the art show, tells us about the types of art that are on display. The Hawley Art Show and Sale is open to the public Friday from 1…
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April 17, 2026 0

Rep. Gander On Deer Farming Legislation

Minnesota State Representative Steve Gander spoke with R&J News this week about his work on the House Agriculture Committee.  The East Grand Forks Republican spoke about a bill that seems to have been sidelined. Gander says DFL members of the committee insisted that a ban on the herbicide paraquat be included in the bill.  Things…
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April 17, 2026 0

Waubun Ogema White Earth School News 4/16/26

News and information from the Waubun Ogema White Earth School District.


April 16, 2026 0

Local producers gearing up for spring planting season 

The Red River Valley Sugarbeet planting season is fast approaching, and local producers are anxiously waiting to get out in the field. But it’s not just growers who are ready to get out, Dr Eric Branch of NDSU Extension says he and other researchers are also anxious to get out.  Once you’re able to get…
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April 16, 2026 0

Ada Borup West FFA going to State Convention this Weekend 

The Minnesota State FFA Convention kicks off on Monday, and Ada Borup West will be well represented at this year’s convention. Ada Borup West FFA Advisor Abbie Savage says they have over a dozen students attending the convention, who will be participating in numerous competitions and ceremonies.  Savage says Ada Borup West FFA has two…
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April 16, 2026 0

Ada Garden Center under new management 

The Ada Garden Center is under new management after being acquired by Fertile Garden Center Owners Sam and Shawna Haugen. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Sam Haugen, who introduced themselves to the Ada community. Haugen says he and his wife are really excited for this new opportunity to expand their reach…
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April 16, 2026 0