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FOSSTON, MN—The Fosston School Board held its June meeting last week. Superintendent Todd Selk says the Board approved the district’s budget for the upcoming school year. Selk also thanked donors to the Fosston School District for making several events possible during the last school year. Selk also reminds Fosston residents of the school’s summer hours. …
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Recent weather trends across the Red River Valley have caused delays in agriculture. These delays can cause farmers across the region to rush and become more reckless which can lead to a farm accident or tragedy. Dawn Chisholm of If Only LLC reminds farmers across the region to slow down and take precaution when on…
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During his Kaleidoscope appearance on Thursday, Ada Police Chief Steve Hager said the Ada Police Department along with the City of Ada may start discussions on a potential Body Camera Ordinance. Hager says the Ada Police Department is also excited to welcome a new Reserve Officer as well. For the full conversation with Steve Hager…
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The City of Ada is seeking donations in order to meet a fundraising requirement through the Dekko Foundation for the Dekko Community Center renovation project. Dekko Center manager Brianna Eggen tells us more. Engen says they will also be planning different kinds of fundraisers to help meet their fundraising goal, and she also encourages people…
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The Norman County Raceway is hard at work in what might be the biggest week in its 100 plus year history. The World of Outlaw Late Models are set to take center stage on Saturday, and Norman County Raceway owner Jake Bitker says many hours have been spent to get the “greatest show on dirt”…
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With it being summer vacation season for people across the region, R & J News alongside Twin Valley Police Chief Jason Douville is sharing things you can do to lower your chances of being a victim of theft while you’re away. Chief Douville says one of the biggest things a person can do is to…
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On Monday night, the Lake Park-Audubon School Board held its monthly meeting. Superintendent Dr. Tim Godfrey says one school board member will be leaving earlier than expected. Lynn Kaiser’s seat will remain vacant after the July 18 board meeting. Also on Monday, Godfrey says the budget for 2024-25 was approved. Godfrey talked about where the…
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Clearbrook is getting ready for its annual Summerfest, which starts Thursday. Clearbrook City Clerk Lucie Thompson tells us about Thursday and Friday’s events. There’s plenty to do on Saturday, too. There’s more information on Clearbrook Summerfest through this link: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1004225104684555
In the third part of R&J News’ interview with Minnesota 7th District Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach, she was asked about the farm bill and how it’s progressing in Congress. Then we asked where’s the holdup in passing a farm bill? In Thursday’s installment, Fischbach talks about investing in rural America.
The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced that they will be adding three more diseases to their coverage through the PACT Act, which is a law that provides health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to toxic substances. Norman County Veterans Service Officer John Rosenberger tells us more. Rosenberger says the PACT Act just hit…
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