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Clearwater County Ride for the Vets 

The annual Clearwater County Ride for the Vets is set to kick off next Saturday for its 11th year. Event organizer Jeffrey Schemerhorn invites everyone to come out for the ride, and he tells us more about the ride.  Schemerhorn also told us about the route, and the places they will be stopping.  Over the…
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August 22, 2024 0

Benefit for Hillsboro Student Morgan Ptacek is Sunday 

This Hillsboro Community will be coming together this Sunday for a benefit that will help Hillsboro Senior Morgan Ptacek as she continues to battle Kidney Disease. Benefit organizer Cecilia Cotton tells us more about Morgan and the benefit.  Cotton says there are also ways to donate if you are unable to attend, as well as…
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August 22, 2024 0

Norman County 4H well represented at Minnesota State Fair 

Today is opening day of the Minnesota State Fair, and Norman County 4H is well represented in the 4H exhibits. Norman County Extension Educator Linda Houglum tells us how many are competing at the State Fair, and what they will be busy with.  Houglum also gave us a rundown on what 4Hers will be attending,…
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August 22, 2024 0

Veterans encouraged to check on Agent Orange benefits

Area veterans are encouraged to reach out to their veterans service office, to make sure they are getting the benefits they are entitled to concerning Agent Orange. Traill County Veterans Service Officer La Lynda Blotsky tells us more about the benefits you may be entitled to if you were exposed to harmful chemicals while serving. …
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August 22, 2024 0

Laughing Earth Gardens teaming up with Ada Dekko Center 

Laughing Earth Gardens is teaming up with the Ada Dekko Center to raise more funds for the Dekko Center renovation project. Dekko Center Manager Brianna Eggen, and Jessie Heitman of Laughing Earth tell us more about this fundraiser called Fall Mum Basket.  Heitman and Eggen say there will also be a chance to purchase a…
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August 22, 2024 0

Back To School Safety

With school starting, kids–and drivers–need reminders about being safe around school buses.  Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson has this reminder for drivers: Halverson also says kids have to watch out for vehicles, too. Kids who ride the bus aren’t the only ones who need to be careful crossing roads.  So do kids who walk to…
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August 22, 2024 0

White Earth Apple Festival

WHITE EARTH, MN—There’s going to be a new event in White Earth next week which is hoped to become an annual event.  Maria Satz, community extension coordinator for White Earth Tribal and Community College, talks about the White Earth Apple Festival coming up Tuesday, August 27. The White Earth Apple Festival will take place at…
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August 22, 2024 0

Oh Canada 8-21-2024

Good Morning Borderland! Take a listen to everything talked about on the August 21st edition of the Oh Canada Show hosted by Ed Gackley! He began with talking about his trip to Manitou Weather Station. Ed had a lot of praise when talking about Chris. He then talked some more about his Manitou trip. There…
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August 21, 2024 0

Take a stroll at Rydell National Wildlife Refuge 

You’re invited to take a stroll at the Rydell National Wildlife Refuge now until September 13 for the refuge’s first ever Story Stroll. Refuge Manager Gregg Knutsen has the details.  Knutsen also tells us more about the story being told on the walk. He left the door open to future story strolls as well.  For…
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August 21, 2024 0

Mississippi Headwaters Music Festival kicks off Friday 

The 3rd Annual Mississippi Headwaters Music Festival is taking place this Friday, and Saturday one mile north of the Northern Entrance of Itasca State Park. Event organizer Lori Goulet-Reich tells us what we can expect from the event.  Goulet-Reich says they have a diverse roster of music acts set to perform, and she tells us…
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August 21, 2024 0