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How is a new Pope chosen? 

After the passing of Pope Francis on Monday, Catholics across the globe will have their eyes on the Vatican, as the Conclave of Cardinals will be tasked with electing a new leader of the Catholic Church. Catholic Deacon and R&J Reporter Nick Revier explains the process of electing a new Pope.  Over the years smoke…
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April 24, 2025 0

Norman County East Riverwatch wins gold at Forum competition 

On Monday, the International Water Institute publicly announced this year’s award winners for the annual Riverwatch Forum Competition. After winning a double gold last year, Norman County East Riverwatch is back on the podium with another gold award. Norman County East Riverwatch Advisor Hunter Schow tells us more about their project.  Despite NCE Riverwtach winning…
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April 24, 2025 0

NMRC Teams compete at FRC World Championship in Houston 

Multiple teams from the Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference (NMRC) were in Houston this past week for the First Robotics World Championship. One of the teams in attendance was Thunder Robotics out of Hatton-Northwood ND. Team Advisor Mike Voglewede tells us how things went for his team.  The NMRC had seven representatives in Houston, and Voglewede…
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April 24, 2025 0

Hillsboro School District  residents approve Hillsboro referendum 

Voters in the Hillsboro School District approved a referendum on Tuesday that will increase the district’s mill levy. Hillsboro Superintendent Jon Dryburgh tells us what this means for the Hillsboro School District.  Dryburgh also shared a message to voters in response to the mass support of this referendum.  Full interview with Jon Dryburgh:


April 23, 2025 0

Hawley City Council seeking public feedback for tobacco and cannabis ordinances 

The Hawley City Council had a lengthy discussion about a tobacco and cannabis ordinance at their meeting on Monday. Hawley City Administrator Lonnie Neuner tells us more about the discussion, and what’s next in the ordinance adoption process.  Neuner says the city council also had a discussion about the school resource officer position, which was…
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April 23, 2025 0

Ada Police Department cracking down on distracted driving 

As cell phones become more ingrained in our everyday life, the amount of distracted driving cases continue to rise. The Ada Police Department is attempting to crack down on distracted driving through their Toward Zero Deaths campaign, so that our streets and roads stay safer for everyone. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager tells us more. …
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April 23, 2025 0

Area Watersheds seeking federal funding for water projects 

The Red River Watershed Management Board (RRWMB) held a special meeting in Ada on Tuesday, to have a discussion with Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach about Federal Funding for projects in the Red River Basin. RRWMB Executive Director Rob Sip tells us more about what they’re asking from the Federal Government.  Sip also talked about some of…
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April 23, 2025 0

Regal’s Run Saturday At UM-Crookston

CROOKSTON, MN—There’s going to be a 5K Run/Walk Saturday in Crookston to raise money for a scholarship.  It’s called Regal’s Run and it’s a first ever event.  UMC project management class instructor Megan Pederson says Regal’s Run was organized by her students. Pederson has details on Saturday’s Regal’s Run. It’s also possible to take part…
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April 23, 2025 0

Suicide Prevention Training In Twin Valley

When a suicide makes the news, people wonder if they could have done something to prevent it. On Thursday in Twin Valley, there will be a free training on how you can reach out to someone in crisis.  Monica McConkey is a rural behavioral health counselor and consultant who will be hosting this safeTalk training. …
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April 23, 2025 0

Michelle Fischbach visits Ada 

Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach was in Ada on Tuesday morning, to visit with the Red River Watershed Management Board, about federal funding for water projects across the Red River Basin. The current political environment in Washington DC is centering around federal spending cuts, and Congresswoman Fischbach tells us whether the RRWMB  can expect to be considered…
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April 22, 2025 0