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The 2025/2026 snowmobile riding season is fast approaching, but before you can hit the trails a lot of behind the scenes work needs to be done by your local snowmobile clubs. For riders in Norman County, the responsibility falls on the Moonshiners Snowmobile Club, and Club Representative Dave Jensen says they have been busy at work…
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The Holiday shopping season is in full swing, and many people often consider gifting their loved one or significant other a pet without telling them. While this may seem like a thoughtful gift, many animal rescues actually recommend that you avoid doing this. Sydney Williams of Smiley’s Rescue in Fertile explains. If you have come…
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Over the last year, the Twin Valley Boy Scout Chapter has seen multiple scouts receive their Eagle Scout Rank, and they’re about to see another. Tanner Swanson is a senior at Norman County East, and he tells us more about the Eagle Scout project he’s currently working on. Swanson says there’s a lot more to…
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Over a dozen robotics teams from across Northwest Minnesota will be participating in the Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference’s (NMRC) annual FIRST Lego League event later this week in Bemidji. NMRC representative Matt Wendland (When-lend) tells us more about the event. Wendland explains how Lego League differs from other NMRC leagues like FRC. Again, the NMRC…
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HALSTAD, MN—Monday night’s Halstad City Council meeting included a Truth in Taxation hearing and a vote on the City’s 2026 budget. Halstad Mayor Darin Johnson tells us what the Council decided. Johnson says Halstad’s property tax rate compares favorably with other cities in the area. Also at Monday’s Halstad City Council meeting, the Council heard…
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Snowfall was prevalent on Tuesday, and the Hillsboro School District was one of the first area districts to cancel in person classes, and move classes online for an E-Learning Day. Hillsboro High School Principal Carly Thies tells us how they were able to make this decision so early. Thies says Tuesday was also a great…
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Now that we’ve had the biggest snowfall of the winter so far, people will be using their snow blowers for the first time this season. Here are some safety reminders: The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute suggests reviewing your snow blower’s owner’s manual. If you can’t find the manual, you can look it up online. Then…
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The Minnesota Ice Fishing Season is underway, and anglers are reminded to prioritize ice safety, especially as the ice is still in its early stages of development on most lakes. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman reminds anglers about the recommended ice thickness levels for vehicle usage. Tadman also reminds anglers that it’s their responsibility to…
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The Moonshiners Snowmobile Club is gearing up for the upcoming riding season, and they’re encouraging area rides to get prepared for the winter riding season. Dave Jensen of the Moonshiners Snowmobile Club says one thing that all riders should do is get their snowmobile registered, as registration helps all the local snowmobile clubs. While you…
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The City of Fertile will be holding their annual Santa Days celebration this week, and all are invited to join them in celebration. Stacy Erickson of the Fertile Community Club tells us more about this week’s festivities. Erickson says the Community Club is also wrapping up their Fair Meadow Nursing Home Angel Tree program this…
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