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Norman County East to open referendum project bids

The Norman County East School will be taking the next step in their referendum project soon. NCE Superintendent Rob Nudell says bids for the project will be going out before their next board meeting in November.  Nudell says that he and the school board have come to an agreement on a new superintendent contract for…
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October 22, 2024 0

Ada Borup West FFA Leaving for National Convention today 

Members of the Ada Borup West FFA chapter will have the opportunity to represent the community at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis this week. Ada Borup West FFA Advisor Abbie Savage tells us who will be attending, and when they depart.  Savage tells us more about this years National FFA Convention, and some of…
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October 22, 2024 0

Firefly Center Update

FOSSTON, MN—The Firefly Center for Art and Wellbeing in Fosson has a couple of interesting programs next week.  Heidi Danos of the Firefly Center has details. You can sign up for these courses online and get more information at http://FireflyCenter.org


October 22, 2024 0

Norman County Commission Hears Cannabis Business Ordinance

ADA, MN—Minnesota law requires each county to have in place a policy on cannabis oriented businesses by January 1st.  On Monday, the Norman County Commission held its second reading of its proposed ordinance.  State law requires that each county have at least one cannabis business. Norman County Emergency Management Director Garry Johanson says Norman County…
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October 21, 2024 0

RRCC Men’s Basketball First Home Court Experience With New Squad

Last night, on the Rainy River campus the Voyageurs Men’s Basketball team was on the court for their preseason Scrimmage against the Norse of Mesabi Range. In the Scrimmage, the Voyageurs would pull off a huge comeback after falling by as much as 16 points. They would finish the comeback by winning 82-81. I got…
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October 21, 2024 0

VA establishes grant program to expand access to VA benefits 

The US Department of Veterans Affairs has established a new grant with the aims of getting veterans access to the benefits they deserve. Norman County Veterans Service Officer John Rosenberger tells us more.  Rosenberger also explained where this money will be dispersed, and how veterans will be able to take advantage of it.  The full…
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October 21, 2024 0

With the weather cooling make sure your kids are dressed appropriately 

It may not feel like it today, but temperatures across the Red River Valley are expected to drop this week, and Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson reminds parents to make sure their children are dressed to appropriately face the cooler morning temps.  Peelable layers are always a good option, as kids can always drop layers…
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October 21, 2024 0

City of Ada Election Preview 

Election Day is fast approaching, and the City of Ada has four spots up for election this November. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson gives us a preview on what voters can expect to see on this year’s ballot for the city elections.  Larson says the Mayor is currently looking for people to appoint to committees,…
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October 21, 2024 0

Hunting opportunities at Itasca State Park 

If you’re an area hunter and you’re looking for a place to hunt this November, Itasca State Park may be a place to consider. Itasca State Park Naturalist Connie Cox tells us more about the hunting opportunities at Itasca State Park.  Cox says a unique aspect of the Itasca State Park deer hunt is that…
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October 21, 2024 0

Fargo VA raising awareness for intimate partner violence 

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the Fargo VA is raising awareness for this issue that affects many veterans and their families. Intimate Partner Violence Program Coordinator with the Fargo VA Jaime Wenner-Windahl says intimate partner violence is an issue that affects both female and male veterans at a rate that’s almost double than…
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October 21, 2024 0