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Mahnomen Fiber Optic Update

Fiber optic lines are making their way into rural parts of Mahnomen.  Garden Valley Telephone Chief Marketing Officer Heidi Haaven gives us a progress report. Haaven says grants help make it possible to bring fiber optic lines. Haaven says the Naytawaush project alone will cover 115 square miles and require 142 miles of fiber optic…
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June 26, 2025 0

Red River Farm Network’s Randy Koenen retiring at the end of the month

After 17 years of working in Radio, a familiar voice will be retiring from broadcasting at the end of the Month. Randy Koenen of the Red River Farm Network tells us more.  Koenen fills us in on what his next journey in life will look like.  Lastly, Konen looks back at his time with the…
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June 26, 2025 0

Ada Police Department cracking down on speeding 

The Ada Police Department recently wrapped up their Towards Zero Deaths Seatbelt Campaign, which means they have kicked off a new campaign. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says for their new campaign they will be focused on speeding.  More information about Towards Zero Death can be seen on their website at www.towardzerodeaths.org.


June 26, 2025 0

Twin Valley teen teaming up with the Minnesota Gophers 

For the third year in a row Ellie Bekkerus of Twin Valley will be holding a fundraiser for the University of Minnesota Children’s Hospital Facility Dog Program. Ellie’s mom Kaylie is excited to announce that they will be changing some things up this year, and she tells us about the very special event they will…
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June 26, 2025 0

What happens when the power goes out at the Dekko Center?

The City of Ada recently went through some severe weather, and response to this weather differed depending on where you were in the city. If you were at the Ada Dekko Center for example, you may have noticed a lot of activity going on. Dekko Center Manager Brianna Eggen explains what had to be done…
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June 26, 2025 0

Dancin’ with Darcie to 2025 National Finals

Darcie’s Dancers will be preparing to hit the road for Duluth to compete in the 2025 National Finals. Each performance will receive up to 100 points per judge based on the following criteria: Technique, Performance/Showmanship, Costume/Appearance, Choreography/Staging, and Overall Impression. So safe travels to all the dancers from the tappers to the jazzers to the…
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June 25, 2025 0

Mahnomen County Fair Kicks off Thursday 

The Annual Mahnomen County Fair kicks off on Thursday, and all are invited for three days full of fun. Mahnomen County Fair Representative Kelly Klinkhammer previews some of the events they have planned for opening day.  The fun continues into Friday, and Klinkhammer gives us a sneak peak into what they have going on.  It…
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June 25, 2025 0

Ada Event Center Is Open

ADA, MN—Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson had news Wednesday that she couldn’t wait to share. So after being closed for a year and four months because of structural issues, the Ada Event Center is open again.  Larson says to book an event, contact Ada City Hall. The number to call at Ada City Hall is…
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June 25, 2025 0

Traill District Health brings Hidden in Plain Sight to Hillsboro

Parents gathered at the Traill County Courthouse on Wednesday afternoon for an educational exhibit powered by Traill District Health Unit to learn about potential signs of vaping products in their children’s rooms. Tobacco Prevention Coordinator Kelly Radebaugh speaks to the benefits of the event. Traill County Treasurer Carla Swanson found one everyday item to be…
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June 25, 2025 0