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June 30 marks the end of June, and for those at the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth School District, the end of the month also marks the last day for Superintendent Jordan Spaeth, who will be leading the Hawley School District in 2026/2027. R&J News had a chance to catch up with Spaeth, who thanked the Waubun community…
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McIntosh will host a 3-day celebration for America’s 250th Birthday on July 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Taylor Dierkes previews some of the events going on throughout the celebration. If you want to be a part of the celebration by joining in on the parade on Saturday, there’s still plenty of time to get entered. More…
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R&J News Jim Birkemeyer recaps the 130th Norman County Fair with Fairboard President Don Merkens
6/27/2026 The 2026 People’s Choice Award, presented by the Ada Area Promotions Committee at the Norman County Fair, was a hometown victory for Lupe’s Tacos. It was an incredibly close vote, with the top four finishers separated by just two votes. Jesse Vega tells us what winning the award means to the Vega family. Lupe’s…
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The Norman County Fair will be wrapping up later today, but not before another day jammed packed with fun for the whole family. However, if you are going to be consuming some adult beverages in celebration of the fair this weekend, Kim Myers of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says to do so responsibly. For more…
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This afternoon, Operation Check Six will be taking to the Tommy Roesch Memorial Stage to perform their veterans program. Operation Check Six Founder Dan Hudson explains what Operation Check Six is, and how music ties into their mission. As for what you can expect from the show, Hudson says you can expect to hear some…
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The Norman County 4H Barnes have been very busy throughout the fair, as livestock Shows have been a common sight, and throughout the shows, the 4Hers that have been showing have been noticeably improving. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Livestock Judge Greg Harder, who shares some advice that all 4H show…
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ADA, MN—You can help support the Norman County Fairgrounds and maybe get a golf cart in the process. Jake Bitker of the Norman County Raceway talks about a raffle that’s going on. Once again, these raffle tickets are on sale at the Norman County Raceway and from any Norman County Fair Board member. Only a…
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A day two recap and day three preview from the 130th Norman County Fair with Norman County Fairboard President Don Merkens