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NMRC announced 2025 Scholarship Winners 

Late last week, the Northern Minnesota Robotics Conference (NMRC) announced their scholarship winners for the 2025 season.  NMRC Representative Jason Lee tells us more about the scholarship opportunities available through the NMRC, and what they look for in applicants.  Lee also tells us more about the two individual scholarship funds, and he announces this years…
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May 27, 2025 0

Ada Memorial Day Ceremony

ADA, MN—Ada’s American Legion and VFW Posts sponsored the annual Memorial Day ceremony Monday at the Ada Municipal Cemetery.  Outgoing VFW Post 7557 Commander Craig Larson reminded us that Memorial Day is to honor those who died while serving their country. Lori Pladson placed the wreath on the tomb at the Ada Municipal Cemetery.


May 27, 2025 0

Clearbrook-Gonvick Concerns

During a recent appearance on KKCQ’s Food For Thought program, Clearbook-Gonvick Police Chief Ryan Solee expressed concern over a couple of incidents involving young people. Solee says the second incident involved vandalism. Food For Thought airs weekday mornings at 8:45 on KKCQ  96.7 FM.


May 27, 2025 0

Waubun Superintendent reflects on another successful school year 

Another school year is in the books at the Waubun Ogema White Earth School District, and the end of the school year brings a good time for reflection. Waubun Ogema White Earth Superintendent Jordan Spaeth reflects back on the school year, and its many successes.  You can listen to the full conversation with Jordan Spaeth…
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May 26, 2025 0

ATVs & Dirt Bikes

With the nice weather this weekend, you might start to see people riding ATVs and dirt bikes. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson reminds us about requirements for someone to legally drive an ATV or dirt bike. Halverson recommends checking the Minnesota DNR website for more information on ATVs and dirt bikes.


May 24, 2025 0

Family of Cody Holte visits Fallen Officers Memorial in Washington DC 

Earlier this week, Family members of fallen Grand Forks Police Officer and Halstad Native Cody Holte were in Washington DC to visit the Fallen Officers Memorial. Cody’s aunt Steph Okroi talks about the experience.  Every year in May during National Police Week, the Memorial Fund hosts a candlelight vigil to formally dedicate the names added…
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May 24, 2025 0

Twin Valley Legion holding Memorial Day Services 

Memorial Day is on Monday, and the Twin Valley Legion will be honoring those who have lost their lives defending our country. Twin Valley Legion Commander Preston Halvorson shares more information about their plans for Monday.  Halvorson spoke more on the importance of being able to offer this service, and he also spoke about the…
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May 24, 2025 0

Senate Minority Leader Johnson talks end of session 

The Minnesota Legislative Session came to an end last Monday, and legislators in St Paul are gearing up for a special session, once it’s called by Governor Tim Walz. Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson (R-East Grand Forks) talks about how things unfolded at the end of the session, and what’s being done in St Paul…
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May 24, 2025 0

Fosston School Board approves over $600,000 in budget reductions 

The Fosston School Board approved over $600,000 in budget reductions at their meeting earlier this week. Fosston Superintendent Todd Selk tells us what will be affected by these reductions, and why they needed to happen.  Selk says the board also approved a number of staff changes and assignments.  Selk was a guest on the KKCQ…
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May 24, 2025 0

Longtime Grace Lutheran Church Pastor retiring after Sunday Service 

This Sunday, Grace Lutheran Church in Ada will be saying goodbye to their longtime Pastor Jack Carlson, who is retiring after 11 years of service to the church. R&J News had the opportunity to talk with Pastor Jack, who talks more about his upcoming retirement, and next journey in life.  Over the 11 years Pastor…
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May 23, 2025 0