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Every year, the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) gives out three awards to recognize artists and arts advocates who stand out in terms of artistry or volunteerism, and this year’s winners have been announced. NWMAC Director Mara Hanel tells us who will be taking home their Northwest Artist of the Year for Visual Art. Hanel…
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Benedictine Living Community – Ada was recently chosen as the winner of the LeadingAge Minnesota Photo Contest for a photo that was taken at their National Grandparents Day celebration last year. Morgan Hviding of Benedictine Living Community in Ada tells us more. Hviding says the photo is a perfect representation of their mission at Benedictine…
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Minnesota State Representative Michelle Fischbach has been named a Small Business Deduction Champion by the National Federation of Independent Business, a group that advocates for small businesses. The award recognizes members of Congress who were instrumental in securing the permanent 20% Small Business Deduction. This tax provision prevents a significant tax hike on over 33…
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The Fosston School District will have a new face leading the district next school year, as Superintendent Todd Selk has accepted the superintendent position at another Polk County School. Selk made the announcement on KKCQ 96.7 FM earlier this morning. Selk says this move back to Crookston brings his career full circle, and he’s looking…
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A road closure notice for motorists in the area this Wednesday.Beginning at 8:00 a.m. on March 25th, the intersection of Mowat Avenue and Church Street will be closed to all traffic due to a watermain repair. Officials say the closure is expected to last for one day.Drivers should also be aware of possible lane width…
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The 2026 Minnesota Legislative Session is in full swing, and the Red River Watershed Management Board is keeping a close eye on legislation potentially coming out of St Paul. Red River Watershed Management Board Director Rob Sip says of the 2,000 bills implemented during the session, they’ve flagged about 50 of them. Sip says out…
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It’s a very busy week for students at Hillsboro High School this week. Not only is it state assessment testing week at the school, but spring activities are also starting to ramp up. Hillsboro High School Principal Carley Theis says many students will be out of the building on Friday, and the ones who are…
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Easter is fast approaching, and the Lengby Improvement Club is encouraging area residents to mark April 4 on their calendar, as that is the date for their Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Club representative Kayla Heller gives us a sneak peek into this year’s event. Again, that will take place on Saturday, April 4 beginning at…
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The Ada Borup West FCCLA Chapter will have over thirty students attending the Minnesota State FCCLA Convention this weekend. Ad Borup West FCCLA Member Kadence Thom says she is one of the many students at Ada Borup West that will be participating in Parliamentary Procedure. Thom says she’s really excited about being able to attend…
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