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Moose In Mahnomen

MAHNOMEN, MN—There was an interesting visitor in downtown Mahnomen Monday night.  Mahnomen County Sheriff Josh Guenther tells R&J News: Guenther says there have been more sightings of moose in the area in recent years.  This moose didn’t cause any damage Monday night.


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REACH Hosting Free Community Connections event 

REACH will be hosting a free Community Connections event at their Headquarters in Hawley on Wednesday, October 11. REACH Executive Director Stephanie Schneck fills us in on the details and schedule of events.   Reach will also be supplying a light lunch for all attendees and no pre registration is required. More information on REACH and…
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Norman County East School recognizing World Mental Health Day

The Norman County East School District will be participating and spreading awareness on mental health for World Mental Health Day which is today. Norman County East Principal Raina Askin explains what students and staff are doing to bring awareness to the growing issue that is mental health.  For the latest news involving the Norman County…
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Clearwater County Coats for the Community Distribution

The United Way of Bemidji Area is holding their Clearwater County Coats for the Community Distribution Day at the Bagley American Legion on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm. United Way of Bemidji Area Executive Director Denae Alamano has more details.  Despite the program being called Coats for the Community coats…
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October 10, 2023 0

Area Politicians React to Hamas attacks in Israel 

On Saturday, October 7 Palestinian Militant Group called the Hamas unleashed a surprise attack on Israel that led to the deaths of over 1,000 Israelis most being civilians with the number growing every day. This conflict has caused many worldwide, nationwide and local politicians to voice their opinions.  Minnesota Governor Tim Waltz took to X…
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Sugarbeet Harvest Update 

R&J Broadcasting Ag Reporter Nick Revier gives an update on the ongoing sugar beet harvest. As always, remember to keep safety in mind on the roadways and working with the equipment.


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Halstad Fire Department Open House Wednesday

HALSTAD, MN—To commemorate Fire Prevention Week, the Halstad Fire Department will have an open house on Wednesday.  Jeff Schmidt, a customer service specialist with Halstad Utilities, has details.  The Halstad Fire Department’s open house is Wednesday from 5:30 to 7pm at the Halstad Fire Hall.


October 10, 2023 0

Fertile City Council Meets

FERTILE, MN—The Fair Meadow Nursing Home was brought up again at Monday night’s Fertile City Council meeting.  The nursing home, which is owned by the City of Fertile, has been on the minds of residents since Angie Leiting’s dismissal as nursing home administrator in June.  Audience members asked the Council who would make up the…
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Gully Guide to Texas Etiquette

The Gully Guide to Texas Etiquette will be performed at Gullys WPA Hall on Saturday October 14th. Playwright Doug Robbins has been putting on shows for the Gully area for many years and is looking forward to sharing his new show with the public: Robbins has had his fair share of conflict throughout his years…
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Twin Valley City Council Meets 

The Twin Valley City Council met for their October meeting on Monday night. Some agenda items included discussion about a cannabis policy, sewer rate increases and more. Twin Valley Mayor Mike Bolton recaps what was discussed and what was decided.  The city of Twin Valley also created an ordinance regarding golf cart usage, including age…
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