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Itasca State Park wrapping up September Programming 

Itasca State Park will be wrapping up their September programming this week. Park Naturalist Connie Cox says they will be holding a pair of hikes on Thursday, and Friday, which will be a perfect time to see the changing fall colors.  Cox says programming continues into Saturday, which includes a pair of events for kids. …
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September 24, 2024 0

Fuel prices unlikely to spike in coming months 

The fuel market was a topic of discussion at Ag Fest last week, especially when it came to future prices. Dave Bloomseth of Lakes Community Co-op gives his outlook into the fuel market, and tells us where he sees fuel prices being over the coming year.  R&J News will be bringing you more highlights from…
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September 24, 2024 0

Flu season reminders

October is just about here, and that means that you’re encouraged to start taking measures in preventing yourself from sickness. Tammy Carlsrud of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says one step you can take is getting your flu shot.  With the fall harvest among us, and an increased likelihood of outdoor mold Carlsrud also encourages you to…
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September 24, 2024 0

Char Reinpold Benefit is Sunday 

The Hillsboro Community is coming together once again to help a community member in need. This Sunday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM there will be a benefit for longtime community member Char Reinpold at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Benefit Organizer Cecelia Cotton tells us more.  If you are unable to attend the…
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September 24, 2024 0

Recovery Engaged Communities looking to expand services into Norman County 

Recovery Engaged Communities (REC), a harm reduction recovery community organization out of Moorhead are looking to expand their services to Norman County, and are encouraging people going through recovery to connect with them. REC Representatives Jackie Kroll, and Brett Wegter tell us more about the organization’s mission.  Kroll and Wegter say the REC offers many…
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September 24, 2024 0

Destiny Piekarski Named First Ever Women’s HOF Inductee for Rainy River

Call it her destiny, or just call her Destiny. The Littlefork alumni and Rainy River Basketball All-American recently was delivered the news that Destiny Piekarski is the first ever Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame inductee for the Voyageurs. So, should we expect a ceremony or even a parade for the Hall of Famer? Leading up…
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September 23, 2024 0

RLMC 2024 Health & Wellness Fair

On Wednesday, September 25th from 11am-1:30pm be sure to stop by the Rainy River Campus to see the Rainy Lake Medical Center’s Community Health & Wellness Fair. This is an event where the department’s at RLMC, alongside numerous partner programs, will have tables presenting the services they have to offer to give the public a…
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September 23, 2024 0

Tuesday Presentation At Ulen-Hitterdal School

Students at Ulen-Hitterdal will hear from a guest speaker Tuesday afternoon….and so can you. Ulen-Hitterdal Dean of Students Ted Critchley has details. You can hear the latest school news from Ulen-Hitterdal Monday afternoons at 1:05 on 106.5 FM KRJB.


September 23, 2024 0

Fort Frances 35 – Kenora 0 (Friday September 20)

Friday the Fort Frances Muskies stayed undefeated with 35 – nothing victory over the Kenora Beaver Brae Broncos at the 75th annual Homecoming game. The Muskie defense pitched their 2nd shutout in a row. The defense forced several Kenora fumbles and got 2 interceptions from Chase Whitecrow and one each from Griffin Webb and Peyton Cousineau. Webb…
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September 23, 2024 0