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Last week, President Trump signed an executive order encouraging states to allow highway vehicles to use red dye diesel. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz isn’t going along with the President’s advice. That led Minnesota 7th District Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach to write a letter to Governor Walz. The letter calls on Walz to rethink his decision and…
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HILLSBORO, ND—There’s still Halloween candy on the shelf, but in Hillsboro, they’re starting to think about Christmas. The Hillsboro Business Association has begun its 39th Christmas Cash promotion, which allows people to borrow money for holiday spending. Hillsboro Business Association President Tiffany Findlay tells us more. Findlay says the Hillsboro Economic Development Corporation is adding…
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Flu Season has arrived, which means that people need to be taking extra precaution when it comes to flu prevention. Kelsey Merkens of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says it’s important that people remember the basics of flu prevention. Merkens says keeping your home clean, and sanitized and clean can also help you fight the flu at…
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FERTILE, MN—Principal Natty Messick talks about a short week and dressing properly for colder temperatures.
A Hawley man is facing felony charges for alleged sexual assault of a teenage girl in 2024 and 2025. 20-year-old Harrison Heath Hinz has been charged in Clay County District Court with two counts of first degree criminal sexual contact, two counts of third degree criminal sexual contact and three counts of fourth degree criminal…
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Many people donate blood regularly, while others find the idea a little intimidating. Kimberly Vosseteig, executive director of the American Red Cross of Eastern North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota, says giving blood is simple and painless. And if you donate blood now through October 18th, you can get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant…
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FERTILE, MN—On Monday, the Fertile City Council voted to look into interim financing to pay for upcoming repairs to the City’s water system. Fertile Mayor Brian Nephew explains. The Council also approved a health insurance plan for Fair Meadow Nursing Home employees. The new plan calls for an increase of nearly 16 percent in premiums.
The Honor Flight of ND/MN had their most recent honor flight last month, and one of the many area veterans who had the opportunity to attend was Hillsboro’s Dave Thomas. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with Thomas, who says the experience was amazing and worth the two year wait. Destinations apart the…
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Northern Exposure to Lifelong Learning (NELL) has announced its upcoming Fall Day Trip, inviting area residents to enjoy a day of fellowship, discovery, and local culture on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The community outing offers participants the chance to explore three prominent Bemidji landmarks together while connecting with friends and neighbors. The day begins with…
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Northern Exposure to Lifelong Learning (NELL) will host author Joni DeSchane on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, for a presentation centered on her memoir, “Out of Fire and Into Light: A Life Born in Flame”. The event takes place from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Bagley American Legion, with doors opening at 9:00 a.m. Described…
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