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Norman County East First Grade publishes their own book 

First graders at the Norman County East School recently became published authors and illustrators. NCE First Grade Teacher Laurie Stuhaug tells us more about this unique project.  Stuhaug says this project is an excellent way to teach students a multitude of skills all while having a blast.  Stuhaug told us more about the story the…
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April 12, 2024 0

Art Day at the Hawley Elementary School 

It’s Art Day for students at the Hawley Elementary School. Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson tells us more.  For the latest news in the Hawley School District tune into the Hawley School News every Thursday at 1:15 AM on 106.5 KRJB. 


April 12, 2024 0

Halstad Awarding Free Lots

HALSTAD, MN—The Halstad City Council voted Monday to give away a free lot.  Halstad Mayor Darin Johnson: Johnson says Halstad has given away lots before. Johnson says the lots that have been given away are primarily in the new addition on the west side of Halstad.  He adds the City may give away land on…
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April 12, 2024 0

Severe Weather Awareness Week Friday

Friday is the final day of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota.  This day’s focus is on extreme heat.  Jim Kaiser, warning coordinating meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, says severe weather isn’t always associated with thunderstorms. Adults aged 65 and over are most vulnerable to heat related illnesses.  When warmer temperatures…
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April 12, 2024 0

Mahnomen County Veterans Services to start holding monthly socials 

Mahnomen County Veterans Service Officer John Nelson says he is looking to start a monthly program for area veterans to come and bond with other veterans. Nelson tells us why this is something he wants to do and what it would entail.  Nelson says their first get together will be on Wednesday, April 24 at…
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April 11, 2024 0

Hillsboro Business Association Hosting Pancake Breakfast Saturday

The Hillsboro Business Association will be hosting their annual Free Pancake Breakfast this Saturday. HBA Treasurer, Sheila Geray, gives the details. Geray also makes note of the upcoming Hillsboro Days in June. We’ll keep you informed at R & J Broadcasting of the festivities at Hillsboro Days as the summer season gets closer.


April 11, 2024 0

Norman County East Update  

It’s a busy couple weeks for students at the Norman County East School District. Norman County East Principal Raina Askin says Junior and Seniors will be participating in a reality store event tomorrow at the Ada Borup West School.  Askin says Norman County East will be holding their Prom on Saturday as well.  Finally Askin…
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April 11, 2024 0

Suspicious Drone Sighted In Buxton City Limits

The Buxton City Council met in regular session Wednesday evening. During the meeting, a Buxton resident formally informed the council of a suspicious drone sighting recently around his property. Mayor Travis Soderberg describes the incident.  Prior to the regular business, the council held its Tax Equalization Meeting. Traill County Assessor and Deputy Director of Tax…
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April 11, 2024 0

Hawley Art Show Kicks off today 

The 55th Annual Hawley Art Show and Sale kicks off today at the Hawley Community Center. Art Show representative Sandy Maydole tells us what you can expect.  Maydole says they will also have art demonstrations and live music throughout the show as well.  The exhibit is free to attend and requires no ticket to enter.…
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April 11, 2024 0

Norman County Historical Society opening three new exhibits 

The Norman County Historical Society will be opening three new exhibits next month. Historical Society Representative Solvieg Kitchell says their first new exhibit will be about US MIlitary Uniforms and the people who wore them.  Kitchell told us more about the other two exhibits that will be opening as well.  These three exhibits will open…
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