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131st Aitkin County Fair opens this week

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (7/5/22) (Aitkin, MN) — The 131st Aitkin County Fair gets underway this week with a few added attractions that come off adjustments to longstanding features of the Fairgrounds that were damaged in spring storms. Aitkin County Fair Board member Kirk Peysar about making the necessary adjustments of moving exhibitors to other…
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July 5, 2022 0

Lakes Area Music Festival Gears Up for Annual Events

The Lakes Area Music Festival’s Prelude Series will feature rising stars and award-winning talent in a tour of Central Minnesota. Over three weekends, July 9-24, LAMF artists will give free concerts in Aitkin, Nisswa, Brainerd, Crosslake, and Deerwood. On July 9 at Aitkin’s Butler Building, and July 10 at Lutheran Church of the Cross in…
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July 4, 2022 0

Bill Engel-Race Across the West-7/4/22

Bill Engel talks about his experience in the cycling race called the Race Across the West.


July 4, 2022 0

Sara Wendt-LBF All School Reunion-Let’s Talk About It- 7/4/22

Sara Wendt discusses the LBF All School reunion coming up this weekend.


July 4, 2022 0

Aitkin Police Chief Ryan talks Fireworks Safety for 4th of July

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (7/4/22) (Aitkin, MN) — Safety on the 4th of July was mentioned in our recent conversation with Aitkin Police Chief Paul Ryan for people that will be lighting off fireworks in or around town. Chief Ryan talked about proper fireworks that can be lit in town and keep everyone safe. Fire-starting…
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July 4, 2022 0

Aitkin All Class Reunion one month away, still plenty to accomplish

By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (7/4/22) (Aitkin, MN) — 11 years of planning and one month of preparation are still ahead of the Aitkin All Class Reunion, August 6-9th in Aitkin. We chatted recently with All Class Reunion Committee members Wendi Johnson and Gary Tibbitts about the first step of getting ready for the big weekend…
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July 4, 2022 0

Bernick Family Foundation Opens Grant Round

St. Cloud, Minn. – Organizations that support youth in building their career skills or support activities that address active lifestyles and well-being, are encouraged to apply for a Bernick Family Foundation grant. Applications are now being accepted through August 31, 2022. The Bernick Family Foundation supports two key focus areas through their grant round; youth…
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July 3, 2022 0