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April is Safe Digging Month, when homeowners are reminded that before they start digging in their yard, they need to call 811 first. Norman County Engineer Keith Berndt explains. Berndt also tells us utilities aren’t as deep as you might think they are. There’s also more information about digging online at http://Call811.com
It’s Spring Cleaning in the City of Ada, and Ada Residents are encouraged to get rid of their unwanted items. Julie Bitker of Al’s Disposal tells us more about clean up week, and goes over some things that residents will need to know if they’d like to participate. Bitker also went over some items that…
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In Saturday’s softball doubleheader on April 26th, The Rainy River softball team hosted MN North-Itasca in the Voyageurs’s home opener. For game 1 against Itasca, it was a heartbreaker for Rainy River, as they lost the lead late in a 14-12 defeat. The game was tied at 12 in the top of the seventh when…
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Minnesota is becoming less reliant on energy imports to power up homes and businesses. That’s a key finding in the latest summary of contributions from renewable sources. The 2025 fact sheet from Clean Energy Economy Minnesota shows the state imported just 11% of the total electricity it used last year. At the same time, carbon-free sources…
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The Twin Valley American Legion invites you to Twin Valley this weekend, as they will be holding their 2nd Annual Hog Roast. Head chef, and Twin Valley American Legion member Milo Winter gives us a preview of the event. American Legions across the country, including the Twin Valley Legion are always looking for new members…
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The Fosston School Board approved a number of personnel items at their school board meeting last week. Fosston Superintendent Todd Selk tells us more about these changes, and he also clarifies a few things. Selk says the Board also agreed to an MOU with the teachers union, regarding READ Act trainings. Selk says the board…
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April is STI Awareness Month, and Norman Mahnomen public health is participating, by bringing awareness to our communities. Tammy Carlsrud of Norman Mahnomen Public Health tells us more about STI Awareness Month, and what it promotes. Carlsrud also spoke more on the importance of educating young people about STIs, as they can be the ones…
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The Minnesota State FFA Convention kicks off today, and Norman County is well represented at this year’s conference. Ada Borup West FFA members Billy Roesch, Brody Peterson, Kiera Hegreberg, Krystian Visser, Micheal Crompton, Rohin Triplett, and Sarah Arends tell us what they are competing in at this year’s convention. Norman County East will also be…
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Temperatures continue to rise across the Red River Valley, and people have started to get outside, and partake in outdoor recreational activities. MN DNR Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden reminds you to make sure you are checking for wood and deer ticks after a day in the wilderness. Bonfires, and shrub burning are also popular activities…
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