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Area Youth Encouraged to Join 4H 

The New Year is fast approaching, which means that now’s a perfect time for area youth to get involved with your local 4H chapter. Linda Houglum of Norman County 4H says that 4H is an organization that can help your child find their passion in life.  For more information about 4H, or to get registered,…
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December 23, 2025 0

Winter Recreation Opportunities at Lake Bemidji State Park 

The trail conditions might be poor now due to recent weather trends, but Lake Bemidji State Park will be offering many different recreational activities to visitors. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake tells us some of the things you’ll be able to do in the park, once the snow allows it.  More information about…
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December 23, 2025 0

Marvin Windows Meeting

WARROAD, MN—Late last week, Marvin Windows held their annual meeting in Warroad. Despite severe weather advisories and subzero temperatures, approximately 1900 employees attended the meeting at the Gardens Arena, with thousands more across the nation streaming the event live. While much of the meeting focused on the company’s continued commitment to higher safety and quality…
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December 23, 2025 0

Car accident deaths declining in Minnesota 

Car accidents continue to be one the highest causes of accidental deaths across the entire country, but the number is trending in the right direction. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says that vehicular deaths in Minnesota have taken a huge drop.  The year is not over however, and Hager says area agencies will be continuing…
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December 23, 2025 0

Norman County One Fund Drive now underway 

The Norman County One Fund Drive is now underway, and dozens of organizations across the county are participating. Wendy Bennefeld of Gary Cares says they are excited to kick off another One Fund Drive after last year’s success, and she explains the many ways you could make a donation.  Bennefeld explains what kind of organizations…
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December 23, 2025 0

R&J Broadcasting, Inc Holiday Programming

Tune in for the Sounds of Christmas on KRJB, KRJM and KKCQ all day on Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th. On Friday, December 26th, you can hear the area school holiday concerts. KRJB1pm Ada-Borup-West Elementary2pm Ada-Borup-West HS3pm Hillsboro School 4pm Norman County East School KRJM9am – Mahnomen Band/Choir High School10am – Fertile Beltrami…
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December 22, 2025 0

Two Facing Charges In Frazee Fatal Shooting

Here’s an update to a story R&J News has been following.  Two people are still in custody in connection with a fatal shooting early Saturday in Frazee.  21-year-old Arthur Deshun Campbell of New York Mills is being held in the Becker County Jail and a 16-year-old male is being held in juvenile detention while both…
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December 22, 2025 0

Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation wrapping up successful 10th Year 

This year marks 10 years since the founding of the Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation (BOLF), and in celebration the foundation had set big goals for the year. BOLF Executive Director Tracy Dunham is excited to announce that they have met their goal, which was to host a foundation record number of veterans retreats.  Speaking of…
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December 22, 2025 0

Holiday illness prevention 

We’re in the midst of flu season, and with the increase in family and community gatherings due to the holiday season, people are reminded to make sure they are taking the proper steps when it comes to illness prevention. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says consistent hand washing and staying up to date…
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December 22, 2025 0

Hawley Staff spreading Christmas Cheer later this week 

Holiday Cheer is in the air at the Hawley School District, and the schools staff will be spreading it to their community later this week. Hawley Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson says the Hawley staff will be doing all sorts of Holiday activities across the community after school on Tuesday.  The Hawley School’s schedule for this…
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December 22, 2025 0