Mahnomen Hospital Update
MAHNOMEN, MN—With the Minnesota Legislative session over, R&J News checked in with Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther about whether the City will get money to pay for improvements at the Mahnomen Hospital. Guenther says the City and its lobbyists have been looking for a “Plan B” to find some funding. Guenther says that wasn’t the…
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Norman County East School Board signs pairing agreement with Ulen Hitterdal
The Norman County East School Board agreed to an extension of their pairing agreement with Ulen Hitterdal at their meeting on Monday night, in front of a crowd of over 20 community members. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell tells us what was discussed at the meeting, and how the board came to its decision. …
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Last week of school at Ulen Hitterdal
It’s the last week of school at the Ulen Hitterdal School District, but before students leave for the summer, there’s still plenty to do. Ulen Hitterdal Dean of Students Ted Critchley says one activity happening today is the 4th through 6th grade Musical. Critchely also shares some information pertaining to graduation, which is set to…
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People reminded to not blow lawn clipping into street
Rain is expected to be in the forecast over the next couple days, and this means that homeowners will likely be breaking their lawnmowers out for the remainder of the spring and summer months. However, residents are reminded to make sure their grass clippings aren’t blown into the street. Ada Public Works Director Brian Rasmussen…
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Beware of ticks and mosquitos
Mosquito season is fast approaching, and people are reminded that there are things they can do to lower the mosquito population on their property. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health explains what you can do to lower the mosquito population in your yard. Mosquitos aren’t the only pests you have to worry about this…
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Perley Grade Raises project progressing well
Construction is currently underway in Perley, as phase one of the Perley Grade Raises Project resumed earlier this Spring. Tara Jensen of the Wild Rice Watershed District says things are “progressing well”, and she gives an update on the project. Jensen also reminds travelers about some upcoming detours that will be going into effect soon. …
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Senate leaders Murphy & Johnson discuss lack of movement in Minnesota House
Last week, it was announced that Senate and House leaders in the Minnesota Legislature reached an agreement on the framework for a state budget bill, but since then talks seem to have broken down. During a press conference on Monday, Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy voiced her frustration with the lack of progress being made…
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Buckets For Boyle!
In International Falls, Saturday and Sunday were filled with fun local basketball in FHS Gymnasium as the Buckets For Boyle fundraiser basketball tournament was taking place. The winning team would be the MN Goats who pulled a 20-point comeback in the second half to win 76-70. Along with the basketball tournament, there was the spaghetti…
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