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The Mahnomen 3rd Grade Class had the opportunity to partake in a very unique program, and adopted a baby calf. Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson tells us more about this program that aims to teach students about the Minnesota dairy industry. Pederson says students are also invited to the school this Saturday for a free…
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On today’s installment of “What’s on My Ballot” R&J News will be breaking down the municipal elections taking place across Mahnomen County this November. City of Bejou: Mayor Vaughn Wibbels City Council (2 Spots) Joshua Bendickson No other filings City of Mahnomen: Mayor No filings City Council (2 Spots) Hunter Boudreau Kelly Phillips Duane Schouveiller…
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Congratulations to Joseph Dunbar who found the Medallion Wednesday afternoon! You can still try to guess where this week’s medallion was hidden. Here’s Clue number four, let’s look some more!
The Bronco Cross Country team hosted one final race of the 2024-2025 season before their Sections where the Muskies of Fort Frances had also come to compete alongside other teams like Chisholm and Warroad. After the girls race I got to speak to some of the Muskie runners. The two Muskies were asked how they…
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Students at the Ada Borup West School may not be in school for the rest of the week, but their parents should be aware about an important date coming up in a few weeks. Elementary Principal Bree Triplett reminds Parents that Parent Teacher Conferences are right around the corner, and that they need to get…
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After having to go a year without an in-house advisor the Norman County East FFA Chapter is growing, and seeing improvement in all their members. The chapter is also under new leadership, as the school hired Laura Keller to advise the group earlier. Keller tells us how things are going for her in her first…
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The Ada Area Promotions Committee (APPC) is currently taking donations for their annual Chocolate Extravaganza. Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson gives us a preview into the event, and what they’re looking for donation wise. Larson says the APPC is also selling a recipe book filled with Chocolate Extravaganza favorite recipes, which people are encouraged to…
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R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier caught up with Colleen Landkamer of USDA Rural Development to discuss grant opportunities offered by the USDA when it comes to rural development. One of the many programs offered through the USDA is a grant for non-profits that provide tech assistance for ag, housing, and financial cooperatives, which Landkamer tells…
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The Minnesota Youth Hunt begins today, and thousands of youth from across the state will be taking to the Minnesota wilderness to make new family memories. MN DNR Northwest Area Wildlife Supervisor Rob Baden goes over some rules and reminders for the four day season. The Youth Deer season is also a great opportunity for…
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A farmer from Ogema has received a grant through the USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program. Kevin Hoban received $208,034 to install an energy efficient grain dryer. The project is expected to save $8600 annually in electricity costs. Hoban was one of ten Minnesotans to receive clean energy grants.