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As of yesterday, shoppers in the city of Hillsboro can expect to see an increase in the amount they are paying on sales tax. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont tells us more about the increase, and the reason behind it. Eggermont also gave an update on where things are at in the Hillsboro Fire Hall…
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Over the last decade, animal advocacy groups across the United States have been pushing for families and individuals to adopt, and not shop when looking for a four legged friend. On Tuesday, the House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee heard house file 2627, which is a bill that is looking to ban pet stores across…
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CLEARBROOK, MN—Students at Clearbrook-Gonvick can learn about job opportunities next week during a career fair. Clearbrook-Gonvick Activities Director Scott Schafer says it’s been a few years since they have had a job fair. Schafer says even younger students can get something out of this career fair. Clearbrook-Gonvick’s career fair is Thursday, April 10 from 2…
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With a major snowstorm headed our way, R&J News checked in with the Norman County Highway Department to see if they’re ready for it. County Engineer Keith Berndt says his crew is ready. Berndt was asked if the highway department’s budget can accommodate this expense of this April storm. If you need to drive during…
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Late March to early April is around the timeframe that bears in hibernation awaken from their wintery slumber. So in preparation of what to look out for, we reached out to Stephanie Horner of our local Vince Schute Bear Sanctuary. Stephanie lists off “attractants” that are the usual causes for run-ins between bears and humans.…
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Tickets are now available for the Annual Benedictine Living Community Ada – Exquisite Tables fundraiser event, on Friday, April 11. Benedictine Foundation Director Cassie Visser gives us a preview of this year’s event. Visser aso explained how you can get your seat or table secured for the event. This is a fundraiser event for the…
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There’s a new Police Chief in the City of Hawley. After almost a decade on the job Hawley Police Chief Joe Backlund has retired. Stepping into Backlund’s position is a familiar face, as the City of Hawley decided to promote within, and hired School Resource Officer Scott Steer. Chief Steer tells us more about his…
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Over the weekend the Minnesota House of Representatives released their budget target which calls for an almost $1.16 billion reduction in General Fund spending. During a press conference on Monday, House DFL speaker Melissa Hortman praised house members on reaching a compromise, and she also talked more on what this agreement means for the rest…
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Ada Borup West FCCLA was competing at the State FCCLA Conference this last weekend, and it was a very successful weekend. Ada Borup West FCCLA Advisor Mikki Hennen says over a dozen of her students qualified for Nationals in Orlando Florida. Hennen also tells us which students qualified for Nationals, and the events they competed in. …
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