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Hatton Honors Eielson’s Historic Flight to Alaska

Hatton, North Dakota honored their most famous resident over the weekend. On Sunday, the Hatton-Eielson Museum celebrated the 100th anniversary of Carl Ben Eielson’s famous first airmail expedition to Alaska. The expedition took place February 21st, 1924. The program featured several theatrical and musical presentations. Museum Board Co-President, Linda Reinhart, says the community needs to…
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June 10, 2024 0

Several Contested Races, Both Statewide and Local, For 2024 ND Primary

Traill County residents will make their voices heard in determining the outcome of several contested races in Tuesday’s North Dakota primary elections.  At the top level, contested races include Governor and US House. Current US Congressman, Kelly Armstrong, challenges Lieutenant Governor, Tammy Miller, for the Republican nomination for governor. The winner of this primary would…
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June 10, 2024 0

Two Regional Farms Cited For Superior Cow Care

Two farms in Northwest Minnesota have been recognized by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture for superior herd management.  The Waukon Dairy and Walter Brothers Dairy of Plummer are among 90 herds that have low somatic cell counts.  Somatic cell count, or SCC, is a key indicator of milk quality.  A low SCC is better for…
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June 10, 2024 0

Wild Rice Conservation Club Heiberg Fishing Derby sees record numbers 

The 16th Annual Wild Rice Conservation Club Heiberg Fishing Derby went off without a hitch on Saturday. WRCC member Nicole Nogowski says the derby was a massive success and that they had a record turnout.  Nogowski shared the results of the derby as well.  For more information on the Wild Rice Conservation and photos from…
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June 8, 2024 0

More Water Safety Reminders

Life jackets and car safety seats have two things in common: they’re meant to help keep you safe and they have to fit properly.  Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman talks about this. Tadman also suggests it might be better if really young children stayed away from the water. Tadman points out that Just as there…
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June 8, 2024 0

Ada Borup West SRO Golf Scramble a Success 

The Ada Police Department and Ada Borup West School held their School Resource Officer Golf Scramble Friday afternoon. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says the event was a huge success.  Ada Borup West Superintendent Aaron Cook shared similar sentiments.  Hager says the SRO was positioned at the Ada Borup West School the final month of…
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June 7, 2024 0

Ada Public Library June Programs 

With the 2024 school year wrapped up the Ada Public Library is ramping up their summer programing for area youth. Ada librarian Asha Osborn tells us what youth programs the Ada Library has in store for the rest of June.  Osborn says they are also offering summer programs for adults as well.  As always library…
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June 7, 2024 0

Take a Kid Fishing Safety Reminders 

This weekend is Take a Kid Fishing Weekend across Minnesota and thousands of families will be taking to Minnesota’s waters to participate. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department reminds everyone to be safe this weekend and he shares some safety reminders you should follow.  Olson also reminds everyone to have fun, even if…
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June 7, 2024 0

Shakespeare in the Park in Hendrum 

Members of the Hendrum community are looking to bring Shakespeare to Norman County. Hendrum City Park will be hosting the inaugural Shakespeare in the Park on Wednesday, June 12 starting at 6:00. Event organizer Maria Tommerdahl tells us more.  Tommerdahl explains how you can get signed up to perform, and what you will need for…
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June 7, 2024 0

Traill County Achievement Days 

Traill County 4H will be holding their Annual Achievement Days Celebration on Friday, June 14 starting at 9:00 AM. Katie Mueller of Traill County Extension tells us what they have planned for the day.  Muller says Achievement Days is a perfect opportunity for the community to come in and see all the great work being…
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June 7, 2024 0