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New Year’s Eve is today, and millions across the United States will be celebrating, with adult beverages. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager reminds people to use common sense, and not drive drunk. He also says the Ada Police Department will be continuing their Toward Zero Death Champaign on New Years. While on the topic of…
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The Fertile City Council met for the final time of 2024 at their meeting on Monday night. One item on the agenda that required action was a land donation. Fertile City Administrator Lisa Liden explains what was being donated, and why. The City also had to come to a resolution on a cannabis licensing delegation,…
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The Ada Future Leaders wrapped up their annual toy drive. Scott Erickson of the Ada Future Leaders says the event program was a huge success, thanks to help from some area groups and organizations. Erickson also thanked everyone who made a donation or spent time volunteering. You can see more information on the Ada Future…
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After taking a break in programming for the Holidays, programming, and events are set to resume at Lake Bemidji State Park later this week. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake tells us what they have planned program wise this week. People are also invited to the park to visit during the week, but parts…
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The Norman County Historical Society is currently seeking donations for their controlled storage project. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society tells us more about the project they are raising funds for, and why it’s needed. Kitchell says they have been fundraising for this project for over a year, and have already raised a…
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Landfills are a main focus for environmental agencies everywhere, and it’s no different for Norman County Environmental Services. Gary Johanson of Norman County Environmental Services says one thing they will be focusing on throughout the next couple years is the county Demolition Landfill. Johanson says to get re-licensed with the state, the demolition landfill will…
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Despite the Holidays, progress on the Ada Dekko Center has not halted, and work continues to get done as each day goes by. Dekko Center manager Brianna Eggen tells us what work has been going on the last couple of weeks. Eggen also highlighted some of the work that should be wrapping up and/or getting…
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Now that Christmas is over, lakes across Minnesota are expected to get more busy over the next couple weeks. While many know where they will be fishing this year, there’s many who have yet to make a decision. MN DNR Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson highlights some of the best lakes across the NW Minnesota region…
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Scams tend to become more common during the holidays, but the threat of them is prevalent all year round. When it comes to protecting yourself from scams there are a number of things you can do to protect yourself. Kyle Larson of Frandsen Bank and Trust in Ada says the best thing you can do…
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Norman County may be getting renewable energy farms over the next couple years. During his R&J Broadcasting Year and Review, Garry Johanson of Norman County Environmental Services, and Emergency Management told R&J News that Norman County has been receiving phone calls from companies interested in developing solar energy farms. As for future priorities, Johanson says…
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