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The Holidays are a time of cheer for many, but for those suffering from depression and other mental health issues the time after the Holidays can be difficult. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman explains why, and he encourages you to keep contact with those who may be dealing with mental health issues. Tadman also shared…
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Norman County Ag Day is on Wednesday in Halstad, and all area producers are invited to attend. Heather Dufault of Norman County Extension gives us a preview of the event, and who will be presenting. Ag Day also gives a chance for area youth to get involved, and Linda Houglum of Norman County Extension tells…
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The Bronco Basketball Boosters are holding a fundraiser that’s going on from now through Wed January 8, 2025. We brought a local Rec player into the studio to tell us all about, so here is Stevie. He was also joined by his mom who is helping him with his sales. The two are proving to…
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Yesterday it was announced that an 11 year old student at Magelssen Elementary was detained after bringing a handgun to school. Earlier this morning R&J News had a discussion with Fosston Superintendent Todd Selk about the incident. Selk gives a brief overview of the situation, and praises a staff member for their actions that led…
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Click link to hear full audio Kris Lassila, Exalted Ruler of Elks Lodge #1599 on a bit of history of the Elks, it’s members, the past 2024 events and what’s to come for the New Year 2025.
About 100 people attended Thursday night’s Hillsboro Public School Board special meeting. The district, faced with around $500,000 in budget cuts for the next school year, has multiple options on the table. The board fielded public comments, questions, concerns, and ideas from over 20 students, staff, and community members. Superintendent Jon Dryburgh was pleased with…
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Coming up with a New Years Resolution can be hard, and many have a hard time committing to a long term goal, or plan. Kim Myers of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says if you’re one of these people, you could always set small goals as your resolution. Myers shares some things you could do as…
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Area students and parents are reminded about the upcoming registration opening for the new Ada Bio Girls organization on January 14.Chapter Director Tera Johnson tells us more about Bio Girls, and the upcoming registration period. To give you a better understanding of the organization, Johnson also told us the kinds of activities they will be…
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During his appearance on the KKCQ Food for Thought Program, Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman told us about a Mental Health Call Center that’s available to Polk County residents, and the surrounding communities. During his discussion Tadman told us how the call center differs from calling 911, and what its purpose is. One question Tadman…
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2024 was a big year at the Mahnomen School District, as they were able to break dirt on a sizable school renovation, and expansion project. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek reminds residents what’s being done, and included in the construction project. Bisek also gave an update on construction and where things are at, as well as…
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