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Two men are in custody and facing several drug charges after allegedly selling fentanyl pills to an undercover officer in Halstad last Friday. According to Norman County court records, Charlee Joseph Douglas Fugleberg traveled from Fargo to a gas station in Halstad, where he allegedly sold 75 “M30″ fentanyl pills to the undercover officer. Round,…
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Fosston Superintendent Todd Selk was in studio to talk about the April 15th School Board meeting, beginning with a report from the Principals and Elementary Student Leaders: Other bullet points on the agenda included approval of network updates and the purchasing of adjacent land: Lastly, the Board Approved of some new purchases for the Elementary…
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There’s new information about a Minnesota State Senator who was arrested in Detroit Lakes early Monday morning. According to court documents filed Tuesday, Detroit Lakes Police were called around 4:45am Monday to a home near Granger Road and Long Avenue when the homeowner reported an intruder in the home and that the intruder had run…
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The Fertile Fire Department’s new fire truck has been delivered and is ready for use. Fertile Fire Chief Jeff Haaven tells us more about this new piece of equipment. Haaven says this purchase wouldn’t have been possible without the help of the community and thanks everyone for their support. The Fertile Fire Department serves 9…
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MAYVILLE, ND—R&J News is following up on the alleged threat of a school shooting in the MayPort-CG School District. The threat was reported Sunday and investigations from law enforcement and the school district have not turned up anything that could be substantiated. MayPort-CG Superintendent Mike Bradner would not speak on air to R&J News, but…
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Spring is here, the weather is warmer, and with this comes a better opportunity to get outside and enjoy the weather. Kim Myers of Norman Mahnomen Public Health encourages everyone who’s able to bike or walk to your destination if possible. Myers says just getting outside and enjoying the weather also has its benefits, especially…
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During his legislative update Minnesota District 1 Senator Mark Johnson says that focus in the Minnesota Senate will soon be turning toward the Bonding Bill. Johnson says he and his colleagues are eyeing a bill in the $800 to $850 million range and tells us what he’d like to see investments in. For the full…
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During their most recent meeting last Thursday the Norman County Commission decided to open up a sheriff’s deputy position in the Norman County Sheriff’s Office. Commission Chair LeAnn Hall tells us more. Hall says the commission will be going through some rebranding as they will be making changes to their website and possibly the county…
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The Norman County East School District will be hosting two more referendum information meetings today and tomorrow before their referendum vote this May. Norman County East Principal Raina Askin says these meetings are a good way for you to get your questions about the referendum answered. Askin also reminds residents of the Norman County East…
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Ada Borup West FFA member Billy Roesch has qualified for the National FFA Convention. Roesch says he has not only qualified for the National Convention but also finished first in the entire state for Swine Production Placement Proficiency. Roesch says being recognized for his hard work is great and thanks everyone for the support over…
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