Waubun Ogema White Earth School News 5/7/26
News and information from the Waubun Ogema White Earth School District.
Local and Regional News, Thursday 5/7/2026
Minnesota is preparing to ban cryptocurrency kiosks statewide amid growing concerns about scams targeting consumers. Governor Tim Walz signed the law this week, requiring crypto kiosks to go offline by August first and removed completely by the end of the year.State officials say Minnesota has seen more than 130 reported crypto kiosk scam complaints since…
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New regulations in place for 2026 Fishing Opener
The Minnesota Fishing Opener is this weekend, and area anglers are reminded that some things may be different this year, as new regulations are in place. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department says one of the biggest changes from last year is that Minnesota now has a year round catch and release bass…
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Sugar policy update
For the first time in eight years the passage of a new farm bill seems imminent after a new bill passed in the House earlier this week. While not guaranteed to pass in the Senate, Harrison Weber of the Red River Valley Sugarbeet Growers Association says its exciting to see progress, and he highlights some…
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Field Trip Season at Ada Borup West
With the arrival of spring, students at the Ada Borup West School have had the opportunity to get out of the classroom and have some hands-on learning experiences in the form of field trips. Ada Borup West Elementary Principal Bree Triplett tells us about some recent outdoor learning opportunities students go to partake in. Triplett…
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Farm raised beef or grocery store beef? What’s the difference?
In a time where misinformation is at an all time high trying to decide between store-bought beef and locally farm raised beef can often feel overwhelming and difficult, especially as there is a very noticeable difference between the two. R&J Ag Reporter and local cattle producer Nick Revier talks about the differences between the two…
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Norman County Historical Society gets new exhibits, seeking volunteers
The Norman County Historical will have two new exhibits on display once they open for the summer season. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society tells us more about these exhibits. Kitchell says their Coffee and Conversation program is back for another year, and they have some really fun plans for this season. Kitchell…
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Norman County Commission meets
The Norman County Commission met in regular session on Tuesday morning and approved a number of engineering items. Norman County Coordinator CJ Holl tells us what was discussed and approved. Holl says the commission also had a discussion about the courthouse’s HVAC system. Holl says the commission also took action on a number of items…
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Rep. Fischbach On Farm Bill
Last Week, the US House passed a farm bill for the first time in several years. Minnesota 7th District Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach says she’s happy with the farm bill. The farm bill now goes to the US Senate. Senate Ag Committee Chairman John Boozman says there will need to be broad support across party lines…
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