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MPCA Commissioner Talks Permitting Reform 

Earlier this month Minnesota Governor Tim Walz highlighted the need for permitting reform in his budget proposal, as something that needs to be addressed in St Paul this year during the legislative session. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Administrator Katrina Kessler tells us more about their goals with permitting reform in 2025.  Commissioner Kessler also breaks…
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January 28, 2025 0

Access Health Preview

It seems like toxins are everywhere…even in what we eat.  We tend to eat foods that are heavily processed and that processing puts things into our bodies that take away nutrients.  Dr. Julie Gatza is with the Florida Wellness Institute. Dr. Julie will talk about making healthier food choices on Access Health, which airs Saturday…
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January 28, 2025 0

Snow Removal Reminders

During an appearance on Monday’s Food For Thought program on KKCQ-FM, Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve reminded people of what they must do after a snowstorm. Juve says there’s something else people need to do after a snowfall. Juve also says that if you have an icehouse or snowmobile trailer on the street, that also…
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January 28, 2025 0

VA Asking Vets to sign up for new Health Portal ID.ME 

The Department of Veteran Affairs is getting a new health portal, and they’re asking all veterans who receive medical assistance and benefits  through the VA to make the switch. Traill County Veterans Service Officer La Lynda Blotsky tells us more about the changes being made, and how area veterans can get assistance with the change. …
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January 28, 2025 0

Arrowhead Ultra 135 Kicks Off 

183 bikers, skiers, and runners from across the globe are braving the Minnesota elements for one of the toughest endurance challenges in the world. The Arrowhead Ultra 135 kicked off in International Falls yesterday, and of those over 183 athletes only about half are expected to finish the race which spans 135 miles. Arrowhead Co-Director…
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January 28, 2025 0

Ada-Borup-West Choir Contest Solo Results

The Ada-Borup-West Choir students took part in the Sub-Section Solo Contest last week. There were five Superior (state medal) ratings:Jessica Williams “Homeward Bound”Emily Johnson “Wind of the Western Sea”Zara Bakke “All the Pretty Little Horses”Amelya Hyde “Angels Through the Night” (Best Of Day designation) Nellie Todd “I Dreamed a Dream” (Best Of Day designation) There…
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January 27, 2025 0

Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School Board approves Impact Aid Application 

The Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School Board approved their annual Impact Aid Application at their regular meeting last Wednesday. Waubun Superintendent Jordan Spaeth explains what Impact Aid is, and how important it is for the district.  Spaeth says the board also approved an overnight field trip for their senior band.   Spaeth says the final thing discussed by…
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January 27, 2025 0

Big year for the Hillsboro Fire Department

There’s a new leader in the Hillsboro Fire Department. At the beginning of the year Jake Rust was elected as the new fire chief of the Hillsboro Fire Department, and he’s looking forward to a big year for the department. Rust tells us more about his background with the fire department and moving into the…
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January 27, 2025 0

Win-E-Mac’s Jessica Strom named recipient of Presidential Award for Excellence 

Win-E-Mac Math teacher Jessica Strom has been named as a recipient of a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, which is a prestigious award that recognizes K-12 teachers committed to engaging students in mathematics. R&J News had the opportunity to talk with Strom about the honor, but first she told us more…
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January 27, 2025 0

Veteran Affairs Expanding Access to GI Bill Benefits 

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced earlier this month that they will be expanding access to GI Bill benefits for those looking to further their education after their time in the military. Norman County Veterans Service Officer John Rosenberger tells us more. Rosenberger says with this expansion of access the VA is also extending the…
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January 27, 2025 0