Local Radio
On Sunday, September 10, RideMN1 will be starting their yearly journey across Minnesota on bike. Wally Mcfarlane of RideMN1 explains their organization and where they will be starting and ending their journey. Mcfarlane highlighted the ride and all the stops they will be making along the way as well as the things that have to…
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It’s time to sign up for the University of Minnesota Extension Office’s Master Gardener program. Heather Dufault, ag educator for the Norman and Polk County extension offices, talks about the Master Gardener program. Dufault says being a Master Gardener isn’t necessarily about having a green thumb, but having knowledge of gardening. The deadline to sign…
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Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach is now accepting applications from 7th District residents who are interested in attending any of the United States Service Academies. One of the requirements for any of the U.S Service Academies is a Nomination from one of their Congressional Representatives. For more information on how to apply for a nomination go to…
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The Norman County 4-H wrapped up a very successful summer of exhibiting with them wrapping up the summer at the Minnesota State Fair. Norman County 4-H Extension Educator Linda Houglum recaps this year’s General Encampment results. Houglum also recapped Marsh River 4-H’s Club Community Pride Project. A list of the General Encampment results can also…
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Rosemary Gustafson is the Program Coordinator for the Beef Ambassador Program. She explains what the program is about. Applications for the coming year are open. The Beef Ambassador Program isn’t just for those who show cattle. Anyone who has a passion for the beef industry is welcome to apply. Gustafson says there is a bit…
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Norman County 4-H was well represented at this year’s Minnesota State Fair. Norman County 4-H Extension Educator Linda Houglum recaps how Norman County 4-H’ers did at this year’s Livestock Exhibits. The success continued into the week with an exhibitor receiving a call back and two beef exhibitors getting as high as 3rd in some of…
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The Norman County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind us that many of the surrounding counties are in a burn restriction through Sunday, September 3. From now through Sunday open burns in any capacity are not allowed. This is due to extremely high fire weather conditions. Any fires that start could quickly become large and out…
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Solway Bible Chapel is hosting a free outdoor concert event this Saturday, September 2nd. Pastor Bobby Weinert has been hard at work making sure this exciting event is a huge success: This free event will be held at the new Bergamo Campground just east of Solway, 15661 Tom Jefferson Dr NW, Solway, MN 56678. Gates…
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County Executive Director Nathan Peterson checks in with this weeks FSA report. September 30th is the end of the fiscal year, so Nathan encourages producers to check deadlines ASAP: Deadlines for Fall seeded crops are approaching as well. Nathan shares more details about these deadlines: Before concluding, Nathan gives an update on the past Emergency…
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This weekend the Mentor Farmers Market will be hosting their Fall Festival. Mentor Farmers Market Chairwoman Rachel Roggenbuck checks in about this family friendly event. The Fall Festival will certainly have something for everyone! Rachel encourages anyone attending to take in the beautiful park as well and make a day out of this wonderful event.…
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