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Students at the Ada Borup West School may not be in school for the rest of the week, but their parents should be aware about an important date coming up in a few weeks. Elementary Principal Bree Triplett reminds Parents that Parent Teacher Conferences are right around the corner, and that they need to get…
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The Ada Area Promotions Committee (APPC) is currently taking donations for their annual Chocolate Extravaganza. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson gives us a preview into the event, and what they’re looking for donation wise. Larson says the APPC is also selling a recipe book filled with Chocolate Extravaganza favorite recipes, which people are encouraged to…
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After having to go a year without an in-house advisor the Norman County East FFA Chapter is growing, and seeing improvement in all their members. The chapter is also under new leadership, as the school hired Laura Keller to advise the group earlier. Keller tells us how things are going for her in her first…
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R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier caught up with Colleen Landkamer of USDA Rural Development to discuss grant opportunities offered by the USDA when it comes to rural development. One of the many programs offered through the USDA is a grant for non-profits that provide tech assistance for ag, housing, and financial cooperatives, which Landkamer tells…
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The Minnesota Youth Hunt begins today, and thousands of youth from across the state will be taking to the Minnesota wilderness to make new family memories. MN DNR Northwest Area Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden goes over some rules and reminders for the four day season. The Youth Deer season is also a great opportunity for…
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A farmer from Ogema has received a grant through the USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program. Kevin Hoban received $208,034 to install an energy efficient grain dryer. The project is expected to save $8600 annually in electricity costs. Hoban was one of ten Minnesotans to receive clean energy grants.
October is national co-op month, and people are encouraged to celebrate the work, and their area cooperatives do for the community every day. Colleen Landkamer of the USDA tells us more about national co-op month and explains why co-ops are worth celebrating. Landkamer also spoke on the importance of co-ops when it comes to providing…
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The Mahnomen School Board took their next step in finding a new Superintendent at their meeting on Monday night. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek tells us more. Bisek says the school board also had a review of their audit. The Mahnomen School is currently undergoing a substantial construction project, which Bisek updated the board on. Lastly…
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Hospice of the Red River Valley will be hosting a Grief Support for Adults Group once every month in Mayville. Hospice of the Red River Valley Grief Support Specialist Lisa Ochsner (ox-ner) tells us more about this new group. Grief can be a difficult topic for people to talk about, and Ochsner explains why a…
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Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson was a guest on the KRJB Kaleidoscope Program on Tuesday, and gave an update on the latest happenings in the City of Ada. One topic that has been the center of attention the last few months is the Dekko Community Center which is undergoing a big renovation project. Larson gives…
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