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Dogs Hate Loud Noises–Like Fireworks

If you’re going to watch fireworks tonight, don’t bring your pets along.  Erin Wilson, manager of Scruffy Tails in Crookston, explains why. Wilson says if there’s a fireworks display nearby, keep your pet indoors. She also says if you’re going to light fireworks in your neighborhood, tell your neighbors so that they can bring their…
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July 3, 2024 0

Hillsboro Vets Club Independence Day Observance 

The Hillsboro Vets Club will be having their Annual Independence Day Observance on Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Vets Club representative Terry Whal tells us what they have planned.  Wahl says the meal is free will offered and he tells us what money raised from the meal will go to. Again that’s Thursday, July…
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July 3, 2024 0

Attorney General Ellison moves to recover $58M in Big Tobacco underpayments under Minnesota’s historic tobacco settlement

Alleges Philip Morris misrepresented settlement requirements to payment administrator; moves to recover underpayments, interest, and civil penalties, and prevent future underpayments Attorney General Ellison has filed a motion to enforce Minnesota’s historic 1998 settlement agreement with tobacco manufacturers, alleging that the manufacturers have underpaid Minnesota in their annual settlement payments since 2019. The motion asks the Court to order…
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July 3, 2024 0

Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery ‘Shark Week,’ where women shine

Imagine stepping into a life-sized whale carcass decoy and steering it into deep water. You’re looking — yes, looking — for a group of hungry sharks to spark a feeding frenzy. To attract them, you shoot out hundreds of gallons of synthetic blood and chum. Then watch them lose it. That’s what marine biologist Liv…
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July 3, 2024 0

Independence Day Reminders 

It’s Independence Day week and many people will be celebrating the United States’ Birthday with fireworks. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager tells us to be safe this week and reminds us about Minnesota’s fireworks law.  Hager says the 4th of July is one of the deadliest days for Minnesota drivers and he reminds people to…
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July 3, 2024 0

REACH gearing up for 2024/2025 School Year

The Rural Enrichment And Counseling Headquarters (REACH) is gearing up for the 2024/2025 school year  and is taking donations for their School Supply Distribution and Backpack Program. Reach Executive Director Stephanie Schneck tells us more about the school supply program and the kind of items they are looking for.  Schneck also highlighted some items that…
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July 3, 2024 0

Norman County Historical Society July Coffee Conversations 

The First Norman County Historical Society July Coffee Conversation is today starting at 10:00 AM at the Norman County Museum near the fairgrounds. Solvieg Kitchell of the Norman County Historical Society tells us what today’s topic is and goes over the schedule for the rest of the month.  All coffee conversations are also live streamed…
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July 3, 2024 0

Mahnomen County Fair kicks off tomorrow 

The Mahnomen County Fair Kicks off tomorrow! (July 4) Mahnomen County Fair board members Joe and Gerri Swiers give us a rundown of Thursday’s events and attractions, which includes some new events.  There will also be a free firework show at dusk at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen. A full schedule of events can…
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July 3, 2024 0