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Coming up on Thursday, there will be another planning meeting for the Ada 150th Celebration, which is set to take place this July. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson says all are invited to the meeting, and she highlights some of the events that had been added to the 150th celebration schedule. One event that’s expected…
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The Clearwater County Sheriff’s Office held a pancake fundraiser for their Sheriff’s Reserve program on Sunday. Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson says the event was a success, as they were able to raise some funds for the program. Halverson says the Sheriff’s Reserve Program is a massive asset to the sheriff’s office, and he explains…
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The Twin Valley American Legion welcomed a very special guest to their post on Sunday, as the National Legion Commander was in town for a quick visit. Twin Valley Legion Commander Preston Halvorson recaps the visit. Halvorson says being a place where veterans can gather and meet with other veterans is one of the many…
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The Minnesota Legislative Session is continuing to move along, and a number of agricultural bills are being considered by the legislature. Minnesota Ag Secretary Thom Peterson says one bill that has been discussed is an ag financing bill which stalled recently, and he’s hoping that it will be brought forward again. Peterson says his office…
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On the April 21st edition of the Oh Canada Show, Ed Gackley was joined by his first guest, Nancy Steinberg of Ducks Unlimited. His second guest was David Burnsy Burns from McTaggarts and Taggs Sports. They talked about the Fort Frances Lakers Player of the Week. Then, Stacey and Kristen from the Flint House would…
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In northern Minnesota, a new home-building approach could reshape how affordable housing is constructed.A partnership between Fresh Energy and Itasca County Habitat for Humanity has created a home in Cohasset that’s both energy efficient and cost-effective.The home includes thicker walls, better insulation, and an all-electric heating system—helping reduce energy costs while improving indoor air quality.Organizers…
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SAFE KIds Grand Forks invites you to their annual Hands on Learning Fair this weekend at the Purpur Arena in Grand Forks. Jasmine Wangen of SAFE Kids Grand Forks tells us more about the fair, and how it’s different from other health fairs. To give you a better idea of what you can expect from…
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A bonding bill is expected to come out of the legislative session this year, and one project under consideration for funding through the bill is the Northwest Minnesota Rural Water Project. R&J News had the chance to visit with Senate Minority leader Mark Johnson, who explains the benefit of rural water and how it’s gaining…
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Minnesota FFA inducted MN Ag Commissioner Thom Petersen into the Minnesota FFA Hall of Fame at their State Convention earlier this week. Commissioner Petersen says he is honored to be inducted. Despite not being a member of FFA in his youth, Petersen says FFA is a very valuable organization. Peterson says FFA teaches students numerous…
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The Norman County East School District received some good news regarding their athletic trainer program at their meeting on Monday evening. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell tells us more. The board also had an update on their ongoing building project, which Nudell says still has some work to be completed, including beautification. If you…
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