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Fertile City Council Meeting

FERTILE, MN—Last Monday’s Fertile City Council meeting featured routine January business, such as appointing Councilman Mark Sandness as vice mayor.  It also included scheduling a public hearing for February’s meeting, as Mayor Brian Nephew explains. Nephew says a highlight of last week’s meeting was presenting a new city employee to the public. Fair Meadow Nursing…
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January 19, 2026 0

Norman County Fair Board’s Mike Sorenson Honored

BLOOMINGTON, MN—A member of the Norman County Fair Board came home with an award after Friday night’s Minnesota Federation of County Fairs meeting in Bloomington.  Mike Sorenson was named District 9 Fair Person of the Year.  Sorenson tells R&J Broadcasting’s Jim Birkemeyer he wasn’t expecting anything special. But apparently Sorenson was the only one taken…
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January 19, 2026 0

Weather Announcements 1-17-26

Snowflake League Basketball in Fisher and Crookston Cancelled today HCV Burro Buddies Basketball Cancelled today Ada Essentia Health Clinic will be closed today, no walk in clinic. In case of emergency, use the Emergency Room entrance. Twisted Sisters Pub 21 in Ada will open at 4pm today 1-17-26 The City of Ada Public Works will…
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January 17, 2026 0

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January 16, 2026 0

Norman County Historical Society accepting Donations through Norman County One Fund Drive 

The Norman County Historical Society is currently accepting donations through the Norman County One Fund Drive, and they’re asking that you consider making them a donation. Historical Society Representative Solvieg Kitchell tells us how the funds raised through the One Fund Drive will be utilized.  Kitchell also gives us an update on how their building…
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January 16, 2026 0

Crop Rotation on the top of mind for some area producers 

We’re at the time of year where producers are still planning their 2026 planting season, and one thing that’s a discussion for producers each year is their crop rotations. While a change may seem like a good idea, Erick Grafstrom of Performance Ag in Borup says your best option might be to stay on course. …
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January 16, 2026 0

Norman County Commission discusses court house updates, reaches agreement with Sheriff’s Union 

The Norman County Commission had discussions about some making some potential updates to the Norman County Courthouse at their meeting on Thursday morning. Norman County Interim Coordinator David Stene tells us more.  Stene says the commission also signed off on a tentative agreement with the Norman County Sheriff’s Department’s Union.  Stene says the Norman County…
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January 16, 2026 0

January is National Clean Up Your Computer Month

January is National Clean Up Your Computer Month, and the folks at Office Supplies Plus are encouraging people to stay on top of their computer management, and keep their computers clean. Office Supply Plus IT Manager Alex Wright shares some of the best practices you can do to keep your computer working at full capacity. …
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January 16, 2026 0

Ada Borup West and Lake Park Audubon to square off at Target Center 

The Ada Borup West and Lake Park Audubon Varsity Basketball teams will be participating in a very unique double header in early February. Ada Borup West Activities Director Kenley Wahlin says the teams will be playing in a double header at Target Center with more fun activities also planned.  Wahlin tells us what you will…
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January 16, 2026 0

MN Soybean Research & Promotion’s Council seeking new District 1,2 &3 Director 

The Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion’s Council (MSR&PC) is looking for area producers to run for a soon to be vacant position on the council’s Board of Directors. MSR&PC District 1,2, & 3 Director Corey Hanson tells us more.  Hansen explains how you can get the process in filing for the position started.  If you’re…
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January 16, 2026 0