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Winter programming at Lake Bemidji State Park 

The staff at Lake Bemidji State Park have multiple events and programming planned throughout the rest of the month. Lake Bemidji State Park Lead Naturalist Christa Drake has the details.  Drake says they have also introduced a new activity at the park called Naturalist in a Nook.  More information about events and programs at Itasca…
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December 15, 2025 0

2026 Weather forecast with NDAWN’s Daryl Ritchison

2025 is just about in the books, and it’s been a very interesting year when it comes. North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network (NDAWN) Director Daryl Ritchison reflects on 2025, which he describes as “funky”.  Ritchison also gives us a look into what he thinks the weather forecast may look like for the region in 2026. …
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December 15, 2025 0

Essentia Fosston Grief Support Tuesday

FOSSTON, MN—Essentia Health in Fosston is holding a holiday grief support group Tuesday afternoon.  Shannon Nordine, the home care and hospice manager at Essentia Health-Fosston, has details. For more information, contact the Essentia Health-Fosston hospice office at 218-435-7670.


December 15, 2025 0

ABW Comprehensive & Civic Readiness

ADA, MN—One item at Wednesday’s Ada-Borup-West School Board meeting was the comprehensive and civil readiness presentation.  This used to be known as the “World’s Best Workforce.”  Ada-Borup-West Superintendent Aaron Cook talks about the presentation. Cook spoke to R&J Broadcasting’s Jim Birkemeyer following Wednesday’s Ada-Borup-West School Board meeting. 


December 15, 2025 0

United Valley Parish’s Christmas in the Barn is this Sunday 

The United Valley Parish will be holding their annual Christmas in the Barn event this Sunday. Faye DeLong of United Valley Parish tells us more about this year’s event.  DeLong says there will also be Live Music, as well as a Children’s Storytime during the event as well.  Delong says Christmas in the Barn has…
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December 13, 2025 0

Halstad Dog Problem

HALSTAD, MN—The Halstad City Council has in the past dealt with concerns about animals….from dogs to wild turkeys.  At this past Monday’s City Council meeting, Halstad Mayor Darin Johnson says there was another complaint about a dog. Did that dog bite anyone? Johnson reminds pet owners to keep their animals under control.


December 13, 2025 0

Heather Keeler Runs For US House

Moving from the Minnesota State House to the US House.  That’s what District 4A Representative Heather Keeler wants to do, as she’s running for the Minnesota District 7 seat in the US House currently held by Michelle Fischbach.  Keeler talks about what she would bring to Washington. Keeler was in Ada recently to speak at…
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December 12, 2025 0

5 Arrested In Naytahwaush On Drug Charges

NAYTAHWAUSH, MN—Five people were arrested Thursday after White Earth Tribal Police executed a narcotics search warrant in Naytahwaush.  Police say 25-year-old Bradley Auginaush and 22-year-old Daniah Goodwin were both taken into custody on charges of drug possession and outstanding warrants.  Also, 25-year-old Shayna King and 28-year-old David Roy were both arrested on allegations of child…
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December 12, 2025 0

Littlefork Community Theatre Give us “10 Ways to Survive the Holidays”

Looking for a fun way to get into the holiday spirit? The Littlefork Community Theatre is inviting the community to laugh their way through the season with “10 Ways to Survive the Holidays.” The comedy play, written by Don Zolidis, is presented in ten mini-acts and will be performed at the Littlefork–Big Falls High School…
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December 12, 2025 0

Hillsboro School Board approves District Calendar 

The Hillsboro School Board met in regular session on Thursday morning. Hillsboro Superintendent Jon Dryburgh says the biggest item on this month’s agenda was the approval of the 2026/2027 District Calendar.  Dryburgh says the board also approved a few staffing items on Thursday, and that the district is also looking to fill some staffing positions. …
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December 12, 2025 0