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Rep. Gander On Safe Schools Bill

Here’s an update to a story R&J News told you Wednesday.  A bill that would address school safety, House File 3493, failed to advance in the House Education Finance Committee on Tuesday.  State Representative Steve Gander of East Grand Forks, who serves on that committee, says the bill would not have provided protection for non-public…
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April 16, 2026 0

Bagley School conducting District Wide facility study 

The Bagley School District is currently undergoing a school wide facility study, with the hope to get a better understanding of what will need to be addressed by the district in the future. Bagley Superintendent Erich Heise tells us more about this study.  Heise says it will be nice to have this data, as district…
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April 16, 2026 0

Mahnomen School News 4/15/26

News and information from the Mahnomen School District.


April 15, 2026 0

Local and Regional News, Wednesday 4/15/2026

I had the chance yesterday to visit a Career Exploration class and talk about my work as a sports and news broadcaster with RJ Broadcasting in International Falls. I shared my path through the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and how hands-on experience helped me get started in broadcasting. I also explained that the…
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April 15, 2026 0

Ada Just For Kix holding annual Spring Dance Show 

The Ada Just for Kix will be holding their annual Spring Show this Sunday at the Ada Borup West School, and the community is invited to come and show their support. Ada Just For Kix Director Rachel Brandt gives us a preview of the show.  Brandt says they are also excited to be joined on…
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April 15, 2026 0

What to do in a downed powerline situation

During his appearance on the KKCQ Food for Thought Program, Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman had a discussion about the danger of downed power lines in the event of a vehicular accident or weather event. Tadman tells us more about the dangers of downed power lines, and how you should respond to one if you’re…
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April 15, 2026 0

Ada Bio Girls gearing up for Annual 5K 

The Ada Bio Girls recently passed the halfway point of their 2026, which means that they’re gearing up for their annual Chapter Service Project and 5K. Ada Bio Girls site director Tera Johnson says her girls have been working very hard this year, and that this season has been a huge success.  Johnson tells us…
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April 15, 2026 0

Plenty to do at Itasca State Park this Spring 

The Spring season is officially underway at Itasca State Park, which means that now’s a great time to see what the park has to offer. Itasca State Park Naturalist Sandra Lichter says spring is a great time to visit the park, as there’s something new to see each week. More information about amenities and services…
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April 15, 2026 0

Fosston Knowledge Bowl defends state championship 

After months of hard work, the Fosston Knowledge Bowl team is officially back to back state champions. R&J News’ Tom Lano talks with Fosston Knowledge Bowl coaches Ron Berntson and Holly O’Shea about the competition this past weekend.  Team member Micah Malmanger says there was a lot of pressure on them this time around.  Caleb…
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