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Rydell National Wildlife Refuge hosting Night Hike 

Staff from the Rydell National Wildlife Refuge will be hosting their 2nd Annual Night Hike on Tuesday June 11  starting at 9:15. Rydell Refuge Manager Gregg Knutsen tells us what we can expect from the event.  Knutsen says there will be two different hikes offered that night and he also goes over some equipment you…
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June 4, 2024 0

White Earth Nation and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Celebrate Signing of MOA for Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge

Leaders from the White Earth Nation (WEN) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) celebrated the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for the Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge at the Shooting Star Casino, in Mahnomen on Tuesday.  The historic agreement strengthens the enduring conservation partnership between the White Earth Nation and the Tamarac National…
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June 4, 2024 0

Ada Man Dies In Crash Near Glyndon

A man from Ada has died after a two vehicle crash near Glyndon last Friday.  The Clay County Sheriff’s Office says 73-year-old Harold Myers died after his vehicle collided with an SUV at the intersection of 28th Avenue North and 110th Street North.  Myers was airlifted to a local hospital, where he died from his…
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June 4, 2024 0

New Hiking Trail in Twin Valley now open 

Earlier this year the Twin Valley City Council approved plans to build a new hiking trail West of Heiberg Park, and the trail is now open for use. Twin Valley City Councilman Mark Askelson tells us more about this new trail system and what it offers to the Twin Valley Community.  Askelson says this trail…
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June 4, 2024 0

City of Hillsboro Public Works Position Finalized, Pool Opening Not Quite There Yet

A months-long process seems to have finally come to an end as the City of Hillsboro has selected its next Public Works Superintendent. During Monday’s commission meeting, the board approved the hiring of Sheena Schmeets of Grafton. Commission President, Levi Reese, says he’s pleased with the experience and attitude Schmeets will bring to the community.…
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June 4, 2024 0

City of Mayville Summer Attractions 

R&J News is highlighting what area towns have to offer throughout the summer, and today’s City being highlighted is the City of Mayville North Dakota. Mayport Community Club Member Cassy Braaten highlights some programs, activities, and events offered around the City of Mayville throughout the Summer.  Braaten also told us some of her favorite summer…
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June 4, 2024 0

Cedar Crest Resort’s Take a Kid Fishing Day is Saturday 

Cedar Crest in Waubun will be hosting their Annual Take a Kid Fishing Day this Saturday starting at 10:00 AM. Cedar Crest Resort Owner Brian Schneck has the details.  Schneck also explained the importance of promoting outdoor activities like fishing to the younger generation and why an event like Take a Kid Fishing is perfect…
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June 4, 2024 0

Norman County Fair to host inaugural FFA Day

The Norman County Fair is right around the corner and there will be some new events at this year’s celebration. One event making its debut at the Norman County Fair this year is FFA Day. Norman County Fair President Don Merkens tells us more about this event.  Again FFA Day will be on Wednesday, June…
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June 4, 2024 0

Last Chance for KCHS Gala Tickets!

This is the last week to get your tickets! We only have a few open seats left, so make sure you purchase them before 11:59 p.m. Thursday evening to join us on Friday night! We look forward to seeing you all there! Use this link to go to their website and order tickets: KCHS 2024…
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June 4, 2024 0

DNR to conduct 3 year study on northeastern Minnesota deer population

By Izabella Zadra Published on Northern News Now: Jun. 3, 2024 at 3:17 PM CDT DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) – The Minnesota DNR is beginning a three-year research project in the northeastern area of the state to gather data on deer populations. According to DNR officials, the study comes after Northland hunters reported lower deer harvests…
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