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The staff at Itasca State Park are gearing up for the cool weather, and will be shutting down much of the park’s campgrounds for the year. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox tells us what is shutting down, and what will remain open. Cox says some of their cabins will also be shutting down for…
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The White Earth Police Department is investigating the death of an infant in Rice Lake. On Wednesday, October 16, the White Earth Police Department responded to a call in Rice Lake for an infant who was not breathing. Law enforcement says they performed life-saving measures on the one-and-a-half month old child, but were unsuccessful. In…
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Essentia Health-Ada will be hosting their annual Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, October 26 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 Am at the Ada Clinic. Angie Skyberg of the Ada Clinic says the Health and Wellness Fair is a good opportunity for you to get your health screening. Skyberg says there will also be many…
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Technology continues to become more ingrained in our daily lives. While this has made some aspects of our lives easier, it has also led to an increased risk of cyber attacks. With it being Cyber Security Month Kody Krier of Office Supplies Plus is sharing some tips that you can do to protect yourself. Krier…
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Traffic stops aren’t pleasant for both the driver, and the cops doing them. Traffic stops are also one of the most dangerous times for a police officer. Norman County Sheriff’s Deputy Brett Fetting explains why. The best thing you can do after getting pulled over by a police officer, is doing what you can to…
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The Mahnomen 3rd Grade Class had the opportunity to partake in a very unique program, and adopted a baby calf. Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson tells us more about this program that aims to teach students about the Minnesota dairy industry. Pederson says students are also invited to the school this Saturday for a free…
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Residents across the Hillsboro Community may be seeing some work being done around town over the coming weeks. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont tells us more about the work being done, and what residents can expect. Eggermont says she is continuing to work on the City’s 2025 budget, and that the city commission will be…
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On today’s installment of “What’s on My Ballot” R&J News will be breaking down the municipal elections taking place across Mahnomen County this November. City of Bejou: Mayor Vaughn Wibbels City Council (2 Spots) Joshua Bendickson No other filings City of Mahnomen: Mayor No filings City Council (2 Spots) Hunter Boudreau Kelly Phillips Duane Schouveiller…
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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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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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