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In recent years, biodiesel has been used more and more often instead of regular diesel fuel. Soybean oil is a major component of biodiesel fuels for vehicles and heating oil. Paul Freeman, a soybean producer from Starbuck, Minnesota, says it might be time to go all in on biodiesel. Freeman attended last week’s Clean Fuels…
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January is National Bathtub Safety Month, and Safe Kids Grand Forks is raising awareness about the importance of proper bathtub safety practices for parents with young children. Carma Hanson of Safe Kids Grand Forks says bathtub safety is a very important item to talk about, as multiple North Dakota children have died in bathtubs. Hanson…
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Sugarbeet leaf diseases have been a major topic of discussion for producers the last couple of years, and that’s not expected to change in 2026. Dr Ashok Chanda of the University of Minnesota-Crookston explains how leaf diseases affected the Red River Valley last year, and what that could mean for the crop in 2026. For…
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Giving Hearts Day is coming up next month, but early giving is already underway, and hundreds of organizations across the region are now accepting donations. Smiley’s Rescue in Fertile is one of the area organizations who are participating, and rescue founder Sydney Williams tells us more about the rescue, and the mission they are spreading. …
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HILLSBORO, ND—The President of Hillsboro’s City Commission says he’s not running for re-election. Levi Reese is finishing his second term as a city commissioner and his first as commission president, which is the equivalent of mayor. Reese talks about his decision to not run for another term. Reese spoke about what he’s accomplished during his…
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The United States is in a tough period of time financially, and for many with mounting credit card debt it may feel like a helpless time. However, did you know that there are non-profit organizations out there that have resources available to help you? Joanne Lundberg of Lutheran Social Services (LSS) tells us more about…
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Applications are open for nominations for the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council’s (NWMAC) annual “Of the Year Awards”, and they’re currently taking nominations for all types of artists across Northwest Minnesota. NWMAC Director Mara Hanel says there are three different awards that you can nominate someone for. If you would like to nominate someone for an…
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During their board meeting earlier this month, the City of Ada was approached by SuperMarket Foods Owner Tony Huotte, about a potential buyout of the Ada Municipal Liquor Store. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson says the City of Ada has not agreed to anything yet, but there is going to be some big discussions coming…
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CLEARBROOK, MN—This is going to be a fun week at the Clearbrook-Gonvick School. It’s the annual Snow Week. Clearbrook-Gonvick student Joely Olson tells us what’s ahead. Then on Saturday, it’s the big dance. You can hear the latest Clearbrook-Gonvick School News Tuesday afternoons at 2:05pm on KKCQ 96.7 FM.
Temperatures outside may be too cold for outdoor fun, but the Norman County East has some indoor winter fun planned this week. Norman County East Principal Kelly Kalina says they will be holding a Winter Festival on Wednesday, and families are invited to attend. Kalina says students are also excited for the annual Sno Daze…
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