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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/12/22) (Brainerd, MN) — As part of the numerous activities for the Northland Arboretum’s Arbor Day Celebration, individuals and families can get some exercise at a non-competitive 1-mile and 5K hikes on April 30th. The easy hikes through the Arb’s natural beauty will begin at 10am. Prizes will be awarded to…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/12/22) (Minnesota) — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is extending a reminder to prospective bear hunters they have until Friday, May 6th to apply for a bear hunting license. Application for the 2022 season can be submitted online at any license agent or via telephone at 888-665-4236. The number of…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/11/22) (Aitkin, MN) — Aitkin High School Prom is coming April 23rd and serves as another yearly reminder to keep an eye out for pedestrians and for parents to speak with children on making safe, smart decisions. In a chat we had with Aitkin Police Chief Paul Ryan, he noted the…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/11/22) (McGregor, MN) — Projects lie ahead but the additions to the McGregor School District building are starting to take shape after hearing from McGregor Elementary Principal and Superintendent Brad Johnson. Outer work is nearing the tail end of the project with concrete being laid and bricks being put in place.…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/11/22) (Hill City, MN) — The City of Hill City Council is set to meet for their first regular council meeting of the month of April on Tuesday from the City Hall Community Room at 6pm. The Council will hear from guest speakers from Bob Beaver on CIP and Woodland Insurance’s…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/11/22) (Aitkin, MN) — The Aitkin County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing concerning Commissioner Districts and review Department requests during their first regular meeting Tuesday, April 12th from the Government Center Board Room. The Board will review items including 2021 MN federal Boating Safety Supplemental Equipment Grant, Search…
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(BRAINERD, MN) — The nationwide Washington Youth Tour is back. After a two year hiatus, Crow Wing Power is now able to send three high school juniors to Washington, DC. Amber Gardner from Backus, Bryce Tennier from Jenkins, and Emily Holtti from Pine River are this year’s essay winners. They will join approximately 900 other…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/8/22) (McGregor, MN) — The McGregor City Council reviewed the 2021 Audit, Consultation Services for repairs to the Community Center, and noted a groundbreaking ceremony for the new fire hall on Tuesday, April 5th from the McGregor Fire Hall. In our conversation with McGregor Mayor Dake Olson, the review of the…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/8/22) (Mora, MN) — Still over a week away from Tax Day, the Seven County Senior Federation is coming to the home stretch in tax preparation services for their clients while keeping tabs on Medicare changes. We recently spoke with Seven County Senior Federation Executive Director Lisa Krahn about those final…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/8/22) (Aitkin, MN) — East Central Regional Library announced their first ‘Spring for Libraries’ fundraising campaign through the month of April in order to help their 14 branches fulfill their ‘wish list’ items. During April, 100-percent of donations are kept within the ECRL branch of the donor’s choosing to be used…
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