Tag: Ada Police Department

Ada Police Chief discusses legislation affecting School Resource Officer programs 

Ada Police Chief Steve Hager was on Tuesday’s Kaleidoscope Program to discuss topics affecting local law enforcement. One of these topics was the recent Minnesota Legislation that has caused law enforcement agencies to pause their SRO programs. Hager discusses these laws and Attorney General Keith Ellison’s interpretation of the laws.  Hager also discussed the reaction…
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September 27, 2023 0

Ada-Borup-West school resource officer update 

A couple months ago the Ada Police Department and Ada-Borup-West School District expressed interest in pursuing the possibility of adding a school resource officer to assist the police department at the school. School Board Chairperson Gretchen Rockstad gives an update on the latest news regarding this potential partnership.  Elementary Principal Bree Triplett also spoke about…
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September 15, 2023 0

Ada Police Chief discusses cannabis ordinance 

Ada Police Chief Steve Hager joined us on the latest installment of the KRJB Kaleidoscope. One of the topics he discussed is an update on an Ada cannabis ordinance.  Hager also talked about the increase in cannabis sales and DUI’s that he saw at this year’s WE Fest celebration.  You can listen to the full…
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August 23, 2023 0

Norman County National Night Out Recap 

Norman County National Night Out held their annual celebration last night and while the weather wasn’t the greatest, Ada Police Chief Steve Hager still felt the turnout was exceptional.  Norman  County Sheriff Ben Fall had similar views on the public turnout.  The Norman County Sheriff’s Office has brought in a few new faces since last…
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August 2, 2023 0

Ada Police Chief reminds residents about golf cart and UTV usage in city limits 

Ada Police Chief Steve Hager joined us on the Kaleidoscope program earlier this week to discuss a number of topics concerning the Ada Police Department. One of those topics was the usage of Golf Carts and UTVs within city limits.  Hager also discussed the importance of following these rules and what can happen if you…
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July 28, 2023 0

Ada Police Department holding Public Safety Meeting about potential school resource officer position 

Ada Police Chief Steve Hager joined us on the latest installment of the Kaleidoscope program to discuss many topics centered around the Ada Police Department. One of those topics was the upcoming public safety meeting happening on Wednesday, July 26. At this public safety meeting Chief Hager will be presenting the possibility of creating a…
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July 25, 2023 0

Ada Fire and Police Department receive funds for new equipment. 

On Tuesday’s edition of the KRJB Kaleidoscope Ada City Administrator Ashley Larson joined us to discuss the Ada Fire Department and the grant they received to purchase new turnout gear for their volunteer firefighters. Ashley Larson shares the details of the grant.  According to Larson the Ada Police Department also received funds that they could…
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July 19, 2023 0

Ada Police Chief Breaks Down New Minnesota Sentencing Laws

Ada Police Chief Steve Hager joined us for the KRJB Kaleidoscope program on Tuesday to discuss a number of topics involving the police department. One of those topics was new sentencing laws that was passed by the Minnesota Legislature earlier this month. Chief Hager breaks down the new law. Chief Hager also encouraged people to contact…
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June 29, 2023 0

Ada Police Chief Reminds Residents About Minnesota Fireworks Laws

Ada Police Chief Steve Hager joined us on the latest Kaleidoscope Program to discuss a number of topics relevant to the area. One of those topics was reminder on the rules regarding the use of fireworks Hager also wants to remind people that fireworks can cause severe injury and damage to property and that the…
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June 27, 2023 0