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Minnesota State Representative Steve Gander spoke with R&J News this week about his work on the House Agriculture Committee. The East Grand Forks Republican spoke about a bill that seems to have been sidelined. Gander says DFL members of the committee insisted that a ban on the herbicide paraquat be included in the bill. Things…
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The Norman County Commission held their second meeting of April on Thursday morning, and received a presentation from the Minnesota DNR. Norman County Coordinator CJ Holl tells us what was presented during the meeting. Holl says the commission also received a report from the county’s assessor Marti Sip, regarding City and Township assessments. Under the…
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Severe Weather Awareness Week wraps up Friday with a talk about extreme heat. It might seem a bit early to think about 90 degree temperatures with high humidity, but Norman Country Emergency Management Director Garry Johanson says you need to use common sense. We have more information on staying safe from extreme heat through this…
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Norman County East will have representation at the Minnesota State FFA Convention in the Twin Cities next week, and for the first time in a while, a NCE Student will also be receiving a state degree. Norman County East Senior Will Woltjer explains what a state degree is, and why it’s a big deal for…
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News and information from the Waubun Ogema White Earth School District.
It’s now been two years since a Ontario Provincial Police investigation began into the disappearance of a Fort Frances woman—and the case remains unsolved.Thirty-five-year-old Melanie Lapish was last seen February 26th, 2024, at a McDonald’s on Kings Highway in Fort Frances. Despite extensive search efforts and ongoing investigation, she has not been located.Police say Lapish…
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The Red River Valley Sugarbeet planting season is fast approaching, and local producers are anxiously waiting to get out in the field. But it’s not just growers who are ready to get out, Dr Eric Branch of NDSU Extension says he and other researchers are also anxious to get out. Once you’re able to get…
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The Minnesota State FFA Convention kicks off on Monday, and Ada Borup West will be well represented at this year’s convention. Ada Borup West FFA Advisor Abbie Savage says they have over a dozen students attending the convention, who will be participating in numerous competitions and ceremonies. Savage says Ada Borup West FFA has two…
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