Crookston School District hiring Todd Selk as next Superintendent
The Fosston School District will have a new face leading the district next school year, as Superintendent Todd Selk has accepted the superintendent position at another Polk County School. Selk made the announcement on KKCQ 96.7 FM earlier this morning. Selk says this move back to Crookston brings his career full circle, and he’s looking…
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Local and Regional News, Wednesday 3/25/2026
A road closure notice for motorists in the area this Wednesday.Beginning at 8:00 a.m. on March 25th, the intersection of Mowat Avenue and Church Street will be closed to all traffic due to a watermain repair. Officials say the closure is expected to last for one day.Drivers should also be aware of possible lane width…
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Red River Watershed Management hopeful for bonding bill this year
The 2026 Minnesota Legislative Session is in full swing, and the Red River Watershed Management Board is keeping a close eye on legislation potentially coming out of St Paul. Red River Watershed Management Board Director Rob Sip says of the 2,000 bills implemented during the session, they’ve flagged about 50 of them. Sip says out…
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Activities ramping up at Hillsboro High School
It’s a very busy week for students at Hillsboro High School this week. Not only is it state assessment testing week at the school, but spring activities are also starting to ramp up. Hillsboro High School Principal Carley Theis says many students will be out of the building on Friday, and the ones who are…
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Lengby Improvement Club holding annual Easter Egg Hunt
Easter is fast approaching, and the Lengby Improvement Club is encouraging area residents to mark April 4 on their calendar, as that is the date for their Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Club representative Kayla Heller gives us a sneak peek into this year’s event. Again, that will take place on Saturday, April 4 beginning at…
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Ada Borup West FCCLA attending State Convention this weekend
The Ada Borup West FCCLA Chapter will have over thirty students attending the Minnesota State FCCLA Convention this weekend. Ad Borup West FCCLA Member Kadence Thom says she is one of the many students at Ada Borup West that will be participating in Parliamentary Procedure. Thom says she’s really excited about being able to attend…
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Project Linus Making Blankets Saturday In Gary
GARY, MN—The Norman and Mahnomen County branch of Project Linus is having a “Make A Blanket Day” this Saturday, March 28, at the Good News Church in Gary. Kay Oakland is the coordinator for Norman and Mahnomen Counties. Oakland says she and the many volunteers have made hundreds of blankets over the last 18 years……
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Fertile-Beltrami Junior High Play Saturday
FERTILE, MN—The Fertile-Beltrami School’s Junior High Class Play will be performed on Saturday. Fertile-Beltrami Counselor Amanda Bosman talks about the play. Again, admission is free. “Mystery on 13th Street” will be performed Saturday at 2 and 7pm at the Fertile-Beltrami School.
Ogema Man Charged With Assaulting Deputy
A man from Ogema is facing two felony charges after allegedly assaulting a peace officer and attempting to grab a knife during a struggle. According to court documents filed in Becker County District Court, 21-year-old Dustin Eugene Jack of Ogema is charged with fourth-degree assault of a peace officer causing demonstrable bodily harm, and felony…
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