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MN No Child Left Inside Grants Available

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for grants from its No Child Left Inside program.  Amber Kastner, fish and wildlife outreach grant specialist with the DNR, says the grants are meant to get kids to spend more time outdoors. Kastner lists some projects No Child Left Inside has helped in northwest Minnesota.…
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November 2, 2023 0

Fisher Operating Levy Referendum Coming Tuesday

FISHER, MN—-Next Tuesday, voters in the Fisher School District will decide on raising the operating levy. Fisher Superintendent Evan Hanson tells R&J News about the referendum. Hanson goes on to say why the operating levy needs to be raised. Currently, the Fisher District’s operating levy comes to $161 per pupil.  If passed, the new operating…
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November 2, 2023 0

Operation Green Light

Once again this Veterans Day, the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers (NACVSO) invite the participants of Polk county to join Operation Green Light and show support for veterans by lighting our buildings green from November 6th through the 12th. By shining a green light, county governments and our residents will let veterans know that they…
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November 2, 2023 0

SWAT Team executes search warrant in Hawley 

The Red River Valley SWAT Team executed a search warrant at a Hawley home Wednesday afternoon.Authorities say that raid happened at 2 p.m. at a home in the 700 block of 10th St in Hawley Minnesota.  Authorities also say that SWAT was called to make the arrest  “due to the nature of the original incident…
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November 1, 2023 0

Gully Hunter Supper this Weekend

The Gully Lund Church is hosting their Annual Hunters Supper and Silent Auction on Saturday November 4th from 5 to 8 pm. Pastor Dawn Hanson shares more information: The event is $15 for adults and free will donation for children 12 and under. It will be held at the Gully Hall in downtown Gully. Takeout…
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November 1, 2023 0

Shoppers on the Hunt

Fosston community businesses are excited to announce this years “Shoppers on the Hunt” event this Saturday, November 4th beginning at 10am. Business owner Evan Fonder shares more: Fonder gives us an idea of what to expect when visiting local businesses: Businesses involved are: Theo Rose on Main, Mireaults Home Furnishings, Nords Pharmacy, Ace Hardware, All…
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November 1, 2023 0

Fundraiser Sale at Embassy Center

The Embassy Center in Fosston will be holding a community rummage sale on Friday November 3rd from 9am – noon and 8am – noon on Saturday November 4th. Saturday’s Sale will also offer a Christmas Sale in the upstairs of the Embassy. The Embassy is located on the corner of 3rd Street and North Eaton.


November 1, 2023 0

Aurora Center is Alive and Thriving

The Aurora Center for the Arts in Fosston is looking forward to a winter full of activities. Executive Director Bonnie Stewart shares some of the upcoming events the center has to offer: Stewart encourages listeners to stop by and check out the beautiful art gallery as well: With so many events and opportunities coming up,…
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November 1, 2023 0

Police Chief gives Snow Removal Updates

Fosston Police Chief Jim Juve was in studio to provide some winter updates on parking regulations throughout the city: Juve would like to remind people that parked vehicles become more than just a safety issue: Lastly, Chief Juve encourages community members to check visibility of their house numbers and signage on their homes as the…
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November 1, 2023 0

Johnson Avenue Now Open

Johnson Avenue in Fosston is now open to traffic, just days before the snow. The Johnson Avenue project has been ongoing throughout the summer, creating multiple detours throughout the city of Fosston. All roads are now open for travel.


November 1, 2023 0