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Twin Valley Community Club seeking new members and volunteers 

The Twin Valley Community Club is currently looking for new members and volunteers. Twin Valley Community Club President Mark Askelson tells us more about the community club, and the different ways you can get involved.  Speaking of Town and Country Days, Askelson also gives us a sneak peak into this year’s festivities.  For more information…
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July 1, 2025 0

Stars and Stripes to fly in Hillsboro

This Independence Day, Hillsboro will be red, white, and blue courtesy of Stars and Stripes. An idea born in 2020 is flying higher than ever this year. Stars and Stripes director Paul Geray describes the evolution and growth five years later. Stars and Stripes helps not only to raise flags but also raise money as…
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June 30, 2025 0

Fourth of July Firework Safety

With the 4th of July just around the corner, the town of International Falls and other surrounding areas prepare for all the festive fun that’s planned for next week’s celebration. In the spirit of fun, we at KSDM/KGHS remind you that you can’t spell fun without first spelling safety. One of the main focuses for…
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June 30, 2025 0

Fort Frances and International Falls to Sign Declaration of Friendship, July 2nd

Towns Across International Bridge Celebrate Friendship and Unity with Flag Raising Fort Frances, ON: July 2 2025, Between the two national holidays, the towns of Fort Frances and International Falls will celebrate their decades long friendship by signing a Declaration of Friendship to promote unity between the neighbours across the bridge. Fort Frances will be…
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June 30, 2025 0

Big Falls Pavilion Open and Operational

For Let’s Talk About It, the Mayor of Big Falls Dick Ferguson along with City Clerk Veronica Bistadeau came into the studio to talk with Dawn about the exciting news of the new Riverside Pavilion built in Big Falls Campground. This project has been broken down to two phases or steps. The second step being.…
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June 30, 2025 0

Sugarbeet Update 

The sugarbeet growing season continues to move along, and one thing that’s at the top of sugarbeet producers’ minds this time of year is Cercospora Leaf Spot. During his visit on the KRJB Farm and Field Show, Dr Ashok Chanda of the University of Minnesota said that producers need to remain vigilant as conditions have…
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June 30, 2025 0

Norman Mahnomen Public Health seeking volunteers 

Norman Mahnomen Public Health is seeking community volunteers for their Minnesota Responds program. Tammy Carlsrud of Norman Mahnomen Public Health explains what this program is.  Carlsrud also explains what kind of people they’re looking for, as well as what volunteers will be asked to do, and how they can get registered.  People with questions about…
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June 30, 2025 0

Itasca State Park Update 

It’s 4th of July week at Itasca State Park, which means the park staff will be busy holding events and programs all week long. Itasca Park Naturalist Connie Cox highlights some of the programs happening through Thursday.  For more information about Itasca State Park and a full schedule of events go to the park’s webpage…
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June 30, 2025 0

4th of July Travel Reminders 

Independence Day is fast approaching, which means the busy independence day travel season is here. Carma Hansen of Safe Kids Grand Forks reminds drivers that just because you’re going on vacation, does not mean that you can take a vacation from safety.  Hansen says if you have guests coming in for Independence Day, you could…
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June 30, 2025 0

Dekko Center Update 

The Hot tub has been a major discussion at the Dekko Community Center, and a completion might finally be on the horizon. Dekko Manager Brianna Eggen gives us an update on the progress of the hot tub.  In other Dekko news, Eggen says she is still looking for people to be lifeguards, and she encourages…
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June 30, 2025 0