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Mahnomen School Board Approves 2025 Preliminary Budget 

The Mahnomen School Board approved their 2025 preliminary budget at their meeting on Monday night. Mahnomen Superintendent Jeff Bisek breaks down the budget that was approved.  Bisek says the school board also finalized a filing date for the upcoming school board elections in November.  After a successful first year, Bisek says the Mahnomen School District …
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June 13, 2024 0

Norman County Sheriff K9 & Project Lifesaver Cornhole Tournament a success 

The Norman County Sheriff’s Office held their  K9 & Project Lifesaver cornhole tournament Wednesday night. Norman County Sheriff Chief Deputy Matt Wagner says it was a good turnout and shares the results.  Wagner also thanks everyone in the community for the continued support of the Sheriff’s Office. 


June 13, 2024 0

Hillsboro Days 2024 is Finally Here

Hillsboro’s annual town-wide celebration kicks off today.  Events begin with free hot dogs and root beer floats at Dakota Heritage Bank from 11:30am-1pm. The first Farmers Market of the season will also be from 4:30-7:30pm with food trucks as well all at Railroad Park. Day one concludes with a movie night in Woodland Park beginning…
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June 13, 2024 0

City of Buxton Orders Demolition of New Hardware Store

The Buxton City Council met in regular session Wednesday evening. The Council voted unanimously to order the demolition of the city’s former hardware store. During the meeting, Mayor Travis Soderberg shared with the council that he has seen no measurable progress to clean and secure the property at 307 Broadway, currently owned by Dennis Riedhammer…
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June 13, 2024 0

Clearbrook Pool To Re-Open Friday

CLEARBROOK, MN—Clearbrook residents will be able to use the city’s swimming pool starting on Friday.  Clearbrook City Clerk Lucy Thompson says that news was presented at Monday’s Clearbrook City Council meeting. Thompson explains what led to the pool closing. Also at Monday’s Clearbrook City Council meeting, the Council heard from new Clearwater County Emergency Management…
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June 13, 2024 0

Barnesville Goes To 4-Day Work Week

BARNESVILLE, MN—If you’re planning to visit the Barnesville City offices on Friday, you’d better change your plans. At Monday’s Barnesville City Council meeting, the Council voted to shift from a five-day, eight hour per day work week to a four-day, ten hour per day work week…starting this week.  Barnesville City Administrator Jeremy Cossette talks about…
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June 13, 2024 0

Northern Cass School Election

Voters in the Northern Cass School District have approved a levy increase that would pay for safety and security upgrades.  The vote in Tuesday’s election was close: 221 in favor with 208 against.  The levy increase will be up to 5 mils for a maximum of five years.  This new levy would pay for updating…
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June 13, 2024 0

Lake of the Woods County Fair in full swing!

From June 12th-15th the Lake of the Woods County Fair will be in full swing with many fun activities and foods that Board President Robbie Hruby tells us all about. There will also be extreme motor sports to watch! And paintball too! How long has the County Fair been going on? After hearing about all…
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June 12, 2024 0

Fort Frances Muskies Athletic Banquet Recap

Fort Frances High School held their Athletic Banquet on Tuesday, June 11th where they honored the athletes of the 2023-2024 season. Many Muskie student athletes were recognized for their efforts and accomplishments by coaches and peers alike. For those who couldn’t attend, here are all of the award winners: Golf – Male MVP: AJ Armstrong,…
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June 12, 2024 0

Fairbanks defeats Tibbets in White Earth Chairman Election

The White Earth General Election was yesterday, and White Earth Tribal Chairman Michael Fairbanks defeated Eugene “Umsy” Tibbetts and will serve another 4 year term. According to the unofficial election results released by White Earth Nation the vote total was 56% to 44%.  The District 3 Tribal Council seat was also up for election and…
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June 12, 2024 0