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Ada, MN — The Minnesota State Fair is about a week and a half away from opening the gates and Norman County Extension 4-H Coordinator Linda Houglum is encouraging those taking part to make sure to check out the local exhibitors and support those who are participating. Houglum says they’ll actually be bringing down the…
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Hillsboro, ND — The Hillsboro School Board held their regular monthly meeting on Thursday morning, August 11th. Staffing was a big part of this week’s meeting as the board approved a number of new hires, according to Hillsboro Superintendent Paula Suda. The school board also approved increasing pay for mini bus drivers from $10 per…
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Mahnomen, MN — At the end of July, Mahnomen County announced that it was shutting down their motor vehicle services offices due to staffing. The department is staffed by only one individual and that individual has resigned. However, Mahnomen County Administrator CJ Holl says the closure is only temporary as the county is committed to…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (8/15/22) (Brainerd, MN) — The Lakes Area United Way will be taking a step back in time with a retro Drive-In Movie Night on Friday, August 19th at The Woods in Merrifield. We caught up with Lakes Area United Way Executive Director Jonathan Aga and he spoke about reminiscing with a…
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BAXTER, Minn. – Motorists should plan for heavy traffic volumes and congestion on Highway 371 and other Brainerd Lakes Area roads in Crow Wing County. With some local roads closed for construction and more than 100,000 visitors expected to attend the 40th Annual Lucas Oil National Hot Rod Association Nationals race at the Brainerd International Raceway (BIR)…
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A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. While typically not life-threatening, the effects of a concussion can be serious. To learn more, attend a…
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Once again this year, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center’s Care Center will host a Trick or Treat Parade for youth age 10 and younger on Halloween. Stations will be set up outside of the residents’ windows for social distancing with self-service pre-packaged candy. The Care Center is seeking candy and monetary donations to help support the…
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The community is invited to join one of Central Lakes College’s 11 musical ensembles. Ensembles meet at different times throughout the day and evening hours, and are open to musicians of all levels, from beginner to expert. There will be an audition and meet & greet with Director of Instrumental Music Jonathan Laflamme on Monday, August 22 from 4:30-6pm and 7-8:30 pm. The…
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