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The White Earth General Election is coming up on June 9, and seats up for election on the Tribal Council include Secretary/Treasurer, as well as the District One and District two Representatives. While the election is still weeks away, White Earth RBC Chairman Michael Fairbanks says you can vote anytime, and he also encourages all…
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The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) recently announced the opening of their new “Great State of Minnesota” exhibit, which is located at Northland Community and Technical College in Thief River Falls. NWMAC Showcase Specialist Trey Everett tells us more about this exhibit. Everett tells us about some of the pieces that are included in this…
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Another Minnesota Legislative Session is in the books, and one item to come out of this year’s session was a bonding bill. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with Red River Watershed Management Board Executive Director Rob Sip, who tells us what he knows about the bill so far, and whether any watershed…
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ULEN, MN—Ulen-Hitterdal High School’s graduating class of 2026 will collect their diplomas Friday night. Ulen-Hitterdal Dean of Students Avery Thompson talks about the graduation ceremony and the Class of 2026. Thompson is wrapping up his first year as Dean of Students at Ulen-Hitterdal. He was asked what grade he would give himself for the school…
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It’s been a busy couple months for the West Central Regional Water District, as they have been hard at work trying to get the establishment of the district approved in the courts, while also pursuing funds for phase one of the project. West Central Regional Water District Chair Lucas Spaeth says they were able to…
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The Norman County East School District will be looking to fill a number of positions this summer after a series of staff resignations. Norman County East Superintendent Rob Nudell tells us more. Nudell says the school also held an open house on Monday afternoon, which was well attended. The Norman County East School Board also…
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MAHNOMEN, MN—After years of asking, the Mahnomen Hospital has been included in the Minnesota Legislature’s bonding bill. That bonding bill was approved at the end of the legislative session Sunday. Mahnomen City Administrator Taylor Guenther was happy with the news. Guenther was asked when work would begin on the project to renovate the city’s hospital…
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Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, and the folks over at Lake Bemidji State Park have a full weekend of fun programs and activities planned for people of all ages. Lake Bemidji State Park Lead Naturalist Christa Drake tells us more. Drake says there’s also a number of other fun outdoor recreational activities you can…
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It’s the last week of School at Norman County East, which means this will be the final time that the Norman County East Senior Class will enter the building as students. Norman County East Principal Kelly Klaina tells us more about their graduating class, and what has stood out about this group of students. Kalina…
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When it comes to bike safety, the most common things discussed are usually bike helmets, and the need for them to be properly fitted. However, did you know that helmets are not the only thing that needs to be properly? Tina Sanders of Safe Kids Grand Forks says the child’s bike itself also needs to…
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