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The Norman County Fair is underway, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is sharing some reminders for families before they leave home for the fair. Allie Lisburg of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health encourages families to enjoy the fair and all its offerings, but to not overdue it. Lisburg also reminds families that they have resources available to them…
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Food is the pinnacle of any fair, and for the Norman County Fair, the FFA Malt Wagon has been a consistent member of the fair food lineup. For Norman County FFA, the fair also signals the start of one of their biggest fundraising opportunities of the year. Ada Borup West FFA Advisor Abbie Savage explains. …
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The Norman County Fair had a very special royal visit on Thursday, as Princess Kay of the Milky Way was in Ada for the Norman County Fair Royal Celebration. Malorie Thorson, who is the 72nd woman to hold the title of Princess Kay, tells us more about the role the princess has in the Minnesota…
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ADA, MN—Today is Senior Day at the Norman County Fair, sponsored by Benedictine of Ada. This will be the first Norman County Fair for Jason Carlson, the new executive director of Benedictine Living Community. He invites you to stop by Benedictine Living Community’s booth at the Fair. Other highlights of Senior Day are the MVT…
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4H plays a massive role in the Norman County Fair each year, and this year Norman County 4H had the opportunity to host Minnesota Extension Dean Beverly Durgan for a tour of the fairgrounds. R&J News had the chance to catch up with Durgan, who talks more about her visit. Durgan also talks more about…
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Day two of the Norman County Fair was a big one for Norman County 4H, as the 4Hers kept themselves very busy throughout the day. Linda Houglum of Norman County gives us a recap of Thursday’s festivities. Houglum says things do not slow down on Friday for 4H. For more on Norman County 4H content…
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6-25-26 Ada, MN – R&J News Jim Birkemeyer recaps the first day and previews the second day of the 130th Norman County Fair
It’s a busy week at Norman County Raceway and you’ll be able to watch two big events while the Norman County Fair is in action. Norman County Raceway’s Jake Bitker previews the unique event on Thursday. Then to wrap up the week, another clash that will include some fun prizes. Norman County Raceway will also…
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Coming up this weekend, the Hitterdal Lions Club will be holding their annual Hitterfest Community Celebration. Hitterdal Mayor, and Lions Club President Gayle Holte gives us a sneak peak into Saturday’s festivities. More information and a full schedule of Hitterfest Activities can be seen on the Hitterdal Liquor Store Facebook page.
If you have a delicious pie recipe, you’re encouraged to bake it, and bring it out to the Norman County Fair for the Norman County Farm Bureau Fruit Pie Baking Contest. Adam Visser of the Norman County Farm Bureau tells us more. If you have a pie that you would like to submit, Visser says…
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