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The Ada Public Library is introducing a new program this month, and all area families are invited to participate. Ada Librarian Asha Osborn tells us more about this program they’re calling “Open Play”. You can see more information about Open Play, and other library programs by going to the Ada Public Library website at larl.org/locations/ada.
The Ada City Council will have further discussions in the coming weeks about the future of the Ada Municipal Liquor Store, after they were approached by Tony’s Foods owner Tony Huotte regarding a potential buyout. Ada Mayor John Hintz recaps the discussion that was had at Tuesday night council meeting. Hintz says the council also…
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The Norman County Commission approved the hiring of a new county coordinator at their meeting on Tuesday morning. Norman County Commission Chair Jesse Lee tells us who the commission decided to hire, and why. Lee says the commission also agreed to move forward with a wage study. Reorganization also took place at Tuesday’s meeting, and…
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Let the speculation begin. Now that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has announced he’s not running for a third term, all sorts of names are popping up as possible DFL nominees for Governor in this November’s election. Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson of East Grand Forks lists some possibilities. State Senator Rob Kupec of Moorhead didn’t…
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The Sugarbeet Research and Education Board will be holding their annual Reporting Session on Tuesday, January 13 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Fargo, and all area producers are invited to attend. Dr Eric Branch of Minnesota and NDSU Extension says the event is an excellent opportunity to learn about all the sugarbeet research being…
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The Norman County East School District has officially chosen their nominees for the 2025/2026 Minnesota State High School League Academics, Arts, and Athletics Award. Norman County East Principal Kelly Kalina tells us who will be representing the Norman County East School later this year. The Triple A Award honors high school seniors throughout the state…
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The snowmobile riding season has arrived, and the Moonshiners Snowmobile Club has been hard at work as of late getting the trails ready for riders. Moonshiners Club representative Dave Jensen says they have been out grooming the trails, but trail conditions vary throughout Norman County. While the trails in Norman County are rideable, Jensen says…
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After a break for the Christmas Holiday, the United States House of Representatives is back in session, and one item that’s expected to garner a lot of attention in the coming months is a new Farm Bill. However, a midterm election is fast approaching, which could slow progress on legislation. President of the Midwest Council…
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The City of Fosston has been in the midst of a dispute with Essentia Health over the last couple years, and despite a quiet couple months, the city is making it clear that they’re still pursuing ways to split from their partnership with the health care provider. Fosston City Administrator Cassie Heide. Heide says the…
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