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No Mashed Potato Wrestling In Barnesville At Potato Days

BARNESVILLE, MN—One of the popular events at Barnesville’s Potato Days won’t be taking place this weekend.  Potato Days executive director Missie Goheen tells us why there won’t be mashed potato wrestling this year. Even with mashed potato wrestling off the schedule, there are still many fun events involving spuds at Barnesville’s Potato Days.  There’s a…
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August 24, 2023 0

Norman County 4 H at the Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair Kicked off this week and there are many members of the Norman County 4-H who are representing the community throughout the State Fair. Norman County 4-H Extension Educator Linda Houglum lists all the Norman County 4-H’ers competing in the State Fair livestock events. There are also many Norman County 4-H’ers participating…
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August 23, 2023 0

McIntosh Tractor Day this Weekend

This Saturday, August 26th is the 16th Annual McIntosh Tractor Day. Roy Ostenaa checks in with information about the days schedule of events: The day starts off with breakfast followed by the Antique Tractor Parade. The Tractor Pull will be at the old football field and is sponsored by The Northern Puller with registration at…
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August 23, 2023 0

Fargo Police Department looking for missing child 

The Fargo Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in the search for a missing child. On June 24 14 year old Kayden Kinney ran away from home and hasn’t been located since.  According to the Fargo Police Department they have received reports involving Kinney but they have not been able to locate him. …
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August 23, 2023 0

Minnesota Department of Education Conducting Survey 

The Minnesota Department of Education is asking Minnesotans to participate in a survey to determine the resources necessary to implement “Indigenous Education for All” across the state of Minnesota.  Indigenous Education for All is part of the latest legislation that will educate all students in the State of Minnesota about the 11 Federally Recognized Tribal…
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August 23, 2023 0

All Paws Up for Customer Appreciation

3 local businesses are joining forces for a Customer Appreciation Fundraiser at the East Polk Canine Kennel. Sidney William from Smiley’s Rescues, Ashley Peterson from AP Grooming, and Shelby Fritsch from East Polk Canine Kennel joined us in studio to share about their business endeavors and their upcoming event. Ashley starts us off by introducing…
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August 23, 2023 0

Basketball Injury May Sideline Burgum From GOP Presidential Debate

MILWAUKEE, WI—North Dakota Governor and presidential hopeful Doug Burgum was rushed to an emergency room in Milwaukee, the night before the first GOP presidential debate. Gov. Burgum was taken to the hospital Tuesday for an injured leg suffered during a pick-up game of basketball with staff. His campaign manager says it’s unclear if the governor…
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August 23, 2023 0

Fargo voters to decide on Fargodome expansion 

Fargo residents will have the chance to vote for an upcoming $131 million expansion project to the Fargodome. Residents will have the opportunity to either approve or disapprove a tax increase that would be used to fund the potential project.  The renovation plan includes an increase to the number of women’s and men’s bathrooms, more…
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August 23, 2023 0

Minnesota DNR reminds waterfowl hunters to watch for wild ricers during early teal season 

The Minnesota DNR wants to remind teal hunters that they need to be aware and cautious of wild rice harvesters with wild rice ripening during the teal hunting season.  The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe reservation has special state regulations in place that prohibit the hunters from hunting within one half mile of posted wild…
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August 23, 2023 0

Win-E-Mac School looking for community feedback 

The Win-E-Mac School district is in the initial stage of developing an updated strategic plan for the school district and is asking for feedback from people within their school district. Win-E-Mac Superintendent Randy Bruer explains how they are collecting feedback.  The Win-E-Mac School District is currently looking for students, parents, community and staff members to…
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August 23, 2023 0