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Veterans Honor Flight Van Stolen

A trailer belonging to the Veterans Honor Flight of North Dakota and Minnesota has been stolen.  The Veterans Honor Flight posted on social media Wednesday that its trailer was stolen.  The trailer had apparel inside.  Comments on the post say the trailer was stolen from the American Legion in Moorhead.  “Donated by Visto’s Trailer Sales…
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August 6, 2026 0

Benedictine Living Community Block Party

ADA, MN—Wednesday was a great day for a outdoor party.  Benedictine Living Community of Ada had its annual block party outside.  There were inflatables, live music from Blind Joe and great food.  Eliza Messerschmidt, director of nursing at Benedictine, talks about the party. We have photos from Benedictine Living Community’s block party on the KRJB…
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August 5, 2026 0

Sugar Market Update 

Like many other ag markets, the US Sugar Market is going through hardship. However, unlike many other markets, sugar producers and processors can point to unfair trade practices as a big reason for these issues. Former American Sugarbeet Growers Association President Neil Rockstad talks more about these struggles facing the sugar industry, and what’s being…
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August 5, 2026 0

Northwest Minnesota Tillage Expo set for September 1st 

University of Minnesota Extension & Northwest Research and Outreach Center will be hosting the Northwest Minnesota Tillage Expo on September 1, and all area producers are encouraged to attend. Heather Dufault of Norman & Polk County Extension tells us more.  Dufault also gives us a preview of some of the presenters for next month’s expo. …
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August 5, 2026 0

Hillsboro City Commission Meets 

The Hillsboro City Commission met in regular session on Monday night. Hillsboro City Auditor Casey Eggermont told R&J News that their agenda was light, but they still discussed a few items, including a safety grant they recently received.  Eggermont also reminds Hillsboro residents that changes are coming to their billing system.  People with questions or…
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August 5, 2026 0

Ada Girl Scouts Update 

The Ada Girl Scouts had the experience of a lifetime this past July, as the girls had the opportunity to get involved with the Minnesota Lynx at one of their games. Ada Girl Scout leader Bonnie Ballard tells us more.  Ballard says the girls have also been busy at work this summer, doing some service…
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August 5, 2026 0

Last Chance to donate to Essentia Health “Stuff the Bus” School Supply Drive 

The Essentia Health-Ada “Stuff the Bus” School Supply Drive is currently underway, but time to donate is running out fast. Latonya Bitker of Essentia Health-Ada tells us more about  their ongoing school supply drive, and the type of items they’re looking for.  Bitker explains why this is something that Essentia Health-Ada wanted to do.  Donations…
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August 5, 2026 0

Ada City Council Reviews 150th; E-Bike Ordinance

ADA, MN—Ada’s 150th celebration got plenty of good reviews.  Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson told the City Council about the late July celebration at Monday night’s City Council meeting. Also on Monday, the Council voted to look more into a proposed ordinance on motorized bikes and scooters. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager has noticed higher…
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August 5, 2026 0

Ryan Pacheco Update

MAHNOMEN, MN—White Earth Police are now offering a $5000 reward for information leading to a person of interest in a recent shooting in Mahnomen.  White Earth Police and the Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office have been looking for 24-year-old Ryan Pacheco in connection with a shooting late last Friday night in Mahnomen.  On Tuesday, the law…
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August 4, 2026 0

Farm Markets Remain Strong

Agricultural commodity markets may be going through a rough patch, but farmland markets remain strong in the Red River Valley, according to the  latest farm real estate benchmarking study from AgCountry Farm Credit Services. AgCountry Executive Vice President of Business Development Mark Vetter talks more about this report, and some of his key takeaways.  Despite…
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August 4, 2026 0