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Last month, it was announced that Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman would be retiring at the end of the year, andPolk County Chief Deputy Mike Norland has already thrown his name in the ring to become the next sheriff. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with Norland, who tells us more about himself…
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After being short a member for multiple months due to the resignation and passing of former Commission Chair Mark Holy, the Polk County Commission is at full strength after a special election last month. Polk County Commissioner Joan Lee says she is happy for the commission to be at full strength, and she has confidence…
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Today is township election day in Minnesota, and all residents of local townships are encouraged to participate in their townships election, and annual meetings. Steve Fenske of the Minnesota Association of Townships says it’s important for township residents to participate in their local elections and meetings. Fenske says a lot can go on during these…
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The Twin Valley City Council had further discussions on a renters ordinance at their meeting on Monday night, and heard lots of feedback from city rental property owners. Twin Valley City Clerk Rachel Johnson tells us more. Other items from Monday’s meeting included discussions about advertising, the purchase of a new fryer for the municipal…
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Tickets are now on sale for the return of Power of the Purse, hosted by the United Way of Northeastern Minnesota.The popular fundraiser is coming back after a long break. Organizers say the last time the event was held in Koochiching County was in 2018. The event brings women together for a night of raffles,…
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The Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council (MSRPC) will be holding an election this month for one of their District 1,2 & 3 Director positions. MSRPC Communications Specialist Mark Askelson says the Council will see a new District Director for region 1,2 and 3. Askelson also encourages all area producers to reach out and get…
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Authorities in International Falls are investigating after two people were found dead from apparent gunshot wounds early Friday morning.According to the Koochiching County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy on patrol around 4:40 a.m. noticed a vehicle running in the driveway of a home on the 4100 block of Highway 11. The deputy recognized the vehicle as…
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March is Nutrition Month, and Norman Mahnomen Public Health is sharing ways that you can live a more nutritious lifestyle. If you’re a person who would like to live a more nutritious lifestyle, Kristi Rott of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says healthy eating starts where you shop. If you’re a person who would like to eat…
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With the temperatures getting warmer, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging property owners to take some time to visit their properties, and do walk-throughs. Polk County Patrol Sgt. Ben Stout explains what kind of walk-throughs you should be doing and why. If you notice something missing, you should contact and file a report with…
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Things are starting to ramp up at Lake Bemidji State Park, as the park’s naturalists have a number of different programs and activities planned throughout the next couple of weeks. Lake Bemidji State Park Naturalist Christa Drake tells us more. You can go to the Lake Bemidji State Park webpage on the Minnesota DNR website…
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