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Ada City Council taking time on Public Works Building project, wants to “get it right” 

Now that the Ada City Council has officially approved a project plan for the Ada Public Works building project, the next step of the project on the City’s side is to flush out the smaller details of the project. Ada City Councilmen Mike Nelson and Jeff Peacock say the council is taking their time on…
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April 13, 2026 0

Severe Weather Awareness Week Begins Monday

Today marks the beginning of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota.  Today’s focus is on alerts and warnings.  A watch is issued when conditions are favorable for tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and flash floods.  If you’re in a watch area, be ready to seek shelter if necessary.  A warning is issued when severe weather has been…
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April 13, 2026 0

Spring burning restrictions to be in place across Northwest Minnesota 

This Spring, most of Northwest Minnesota will be under a Spring Burning Restriction, which means that people will have to get a permit if they need to burn for a number of reasons. Darren Bundy of the Minnesota DNR Forestry Division explains how Minnesota’s Spring Burning restriction works.  Bundy says there are some exceptions that…
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April 13, 2026 0

Bob Zany coming to Norman County for Ada Borup West Booster Bash 

The Ada Borup West Booster Club will be holding their 2nd Annual Booster Bash this Saturday, and this year they will be welcoming a very special guest. Three Time American Comedy Award Nominee, and Stand Up Comedian Bob Zany will be bringing his live show to Norman County. R&J News had the chance to catch…
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April 13, 2026 0

R&J Broadcasting holds annual Good Student Awards Banquet 

R&J Broadcasting Inc, alongside Jacobson Body Shop in Solway held their annual Good Student Award Banquet on Sunday night. Speaking at the banquet was Jacobson Body Shop Co-owner Brooke Pond who shares a message to all area students who may be struggling with something. Jacobson Body Shop has been the presenting sponsor of the Good…
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April 13, 2026 0

Ada Borup West hosts annual Elementary Knowledge Bowl competition 

Ada Borup West Elementary recently hosted their annual Elementary Knowledge Bowl meet, and this year’s event went really well. Ada Borup West Elementary Principal Bree Triplett recaps the event.  Triplett says this is an event that has seen a lot of growth over the years.  For more news and announcements from the Ada Borup West…
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April 11, 2026 0

Hawley Speech to compete in Section’s on Tuesday 

The Hawley Speech Team will be competing in the Section Competition on Tuesday, with the hope to qualify for state. Hawley High School principal Kelly Anderson tells us more.  Every year, the Hawley Senior goes on a trip called the Wisdom retreat. Anderson tells us more about this retreat, and the valuable experience it gives…
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April 11, 2026 0

Local and Regional News, Friday 4/10/2026

Communities along the border are coming together to celebrate the night sky.Voyageurs National Park will mark International Dark Sky Week April 13th through the 20th with special events and a cross-border proclamation ceremony.Leaders from Minnesota and Ontario will gather at the park’s headquarters Wednesday, April 15th at 2 p.m., highlighting a shared commitment to protecting…
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April 10, 2026 0

Traill County Veterans Office shines light on mental health for Veterans

Mental Health Month is approaching in May and while everyone can benefit from healthy habits this spring, La Lynda Blotsky of the Traill County Veterans Office shares resources tailored to the great men and women that serve our country. Blotsky notes that it’s important to be aware not all mental health issue symptoms are the…
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April 10, 2026 0