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More MN electricity is clean and homegrown

Minnesota is becoming less reliant on energy imports to power up homes and businesses. That’s a key finding in the latest summary of contributions from renewable sources. The 2025 fact sheet from Clean Energy Economy Minnesota shows the state imported just 11% of the total electricity it used last year. At the same time, carbon-free sources…
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April 28, 2025 0

Twin Valley American Legion holding 2nd Annual Hog Roast 

The Twin Valley American Legion invites you to Twin Valley this weekend, as they will be holding their 2nd Annual Hog Roast. Head chef, and Twin Valley American Legion member Milo Winter gives us a preview of the event.  American Legions across the country, including the Twin Valley Legion are always looking for new members…
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April 28, 2025 0

Fosston School Board meets 

The Fosston School Board approved a number of personnel items at their school board meeting last week. Fosston Superintendent Todd Selk tells us more about these changes, and he also clarifies a few things.  Selk says the Board also agreed to an MOU with the teachers union, regarding READ Act trainings.  Selk says the board…
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April 28, 2025 0

April is STI Awareness Month 

April is STI Awareness Month, and Norman Mahnomen public health is participating, by bringing awareness to our communities. Tammy Carlsrud of Norman Mahnomen Public Health tells us more about STI Awareness Month, and what it promotes.  Carlsrud also spoke more on the importance of educating young people about STIs, as they can be the ones…
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April 28, 2025 0

Norman County Students at State FFA Convention

The Minnesota State FFA Convention kicks off today, and Norman County is well represented at this year’s conference. Ada Borup West FFA members Billy Roesch, Brody Peterson, Kiera Hegreberg, Krystian Visser, Micheal Crompton, Rohin Triplett, and Sarah Arends tell us what they are competing in at this year’s convention.  Norman County East will also be…
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April 28, 2025 0

Beware of ticks this spring 

Temperatures continue to rise across the Red River Valley, and people have started to get outside, and partake in outdoor recreational activities. MN DNR Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden reminds you to make sure you are checking for wood and deer ticks after a day in the wilderness.  Bonfires, and shrub burning are also popular activities…
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April 28, 2025 0

Volunteer talks about experience on Honor Flight 

The Veterans Honor Flight of ND/MN recently took two planes full of Vietnam, and Korean War veterans to Washington DC for the trip of a lifetime. In attendance of the trip was Gail Kjenstad of the Red River Valley Motorcyclists who went as a volunteer. Kjenstad tells us more about his experience being able to…
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April 28, 2025 0

Greenworks Landscaping and Fencing celebrating expansion, and 20 year anniversary 

Greenworks Landscaping and Fencing out of Grand Forks is celebrating 20 years since they opened their doors for the very first time. Greenworks owner, and Ada native Jon Olson tells us more about the history of his company, and the growth it had over the last 20 years.  Olson says the growth for Greenworks Landscaping…
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April 26, 2025 0

2025 Chamber Awards Gala

The Greater International Falls Chamber of Commerce held their 2025 Annual Awards Gala on Thursday night, April 24. This Gala celebrated the people, businesses and organizations that make the community a better place. So we spoke with the Chamber Executive Director JJ McBride. After the guests arrived at the Thunderbird Lodge, and the delicious food…
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April 25, 2025 0