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Hillsboro, ND — Goose River Brewing is planning on opening its doors to the public for the first time this weekend. Community members can get a glimpse of the Brew Pub during a soft opening scheduled for this Sunday, May 1st in downtown Hillsboro. Owner Terry Sando says they have obtained the necessary licensing to…
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Hawley, MN — Due to the continued growth over the last several years, the Hawley School Board has agreed to move forward with planning for a building referendum this November. However, the scope of the potential project remains to be seen. Hawley Superintendent Phil Jensen says that could mean expansion or it could mean constructing…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/29/22) (Aitkin, MN) — The Aitkin County Board of Commissioner held their second regular meeting of April on Tuesday from the Government Center Board Room and held discussions on Economic Development, the annual Assessment Summary, Environmental Services, and the 1st Quarter Budget Review. Economic Development Coordinator Mark Jeffers spoke to the…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/29/22) (Aitkin, MN) — Closing out the month of April and looking forward to May has the Aitkin County Soil and Water Conservation District getting the materials together for the annual Native Plants and Trees distribution at the Aitkin County Fairgrounds. We chatted with Aitkin County SWCD Manager Steve Hughes about…
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By Paul Vold kkin@rjbroadcasting.com (4/29/22) (Deerwood, MN) — To usher in better feelings for the Spring season, The Great River Strings Orchestra will make their early year return with “An Appalachian Spring” concerts this weekend in Deerwood and Aitkin. We spoke to Great River Strings conductor Rich Aulie about the group that spans all over…
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Betsy Zaren stopped into the studio to give us a more in depth look into what transpired into the re-vote that will allow the International Falls Area Chamber of Commerce to reopen.
Twin Valley, MN — The Norman County East School was packed full of families on Wednesday night for the return of biennial NCE Community & Family Fair, the first since 2018. The Family Fair provided games and activities for kids, informational booths from local businesses and organizations, entertainment, and a meal. Sarah Kjono, school board…
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Mahnomen, MN — The St. Michael’s Parish in Mahnomen are proud to welcome Hollywood daytime actor Frank Runyeon for a special mission with four unique programs this Friday, April 29th through, Sunday May 1st. Runyeon over the years has starred in various Soap Operas including As the World Turns and guest starred on several prime-time…
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Mahnomen, MN — The City of Mahnomen is continuing on the process of updating their City Comprehensive Plan and will be hosting a community meeting next week to discuss their progress and what’s next. Mahnomen City Administrator Kari Kirschbaum says it’s a great way for community members to provide input on the direction of the…
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Fosston, MN — The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is continuing their increased enforcement efforts to curb distracted driving as part of Districted Driving Awareness Month. Distracted driving has become a deadly epidemic on our roads. While drivers texting behind the wheel tops what seems like an endless list of distractions, other risky actions include talking…
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