Solem Lutheran Church in Hawley is celebrating 150 years of history with a number of activities during the weekend of the 23-25. Solem Church Representative Theresa Olson gives us a brief history of the church. Solem Lutheran Church will also be hosting activities that people are invited to participate in for the celebration. Olson also…
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Hawley, MN – The 6th grade students and 7th grade students will swap spots for a day at the Hawley School, to give the 6th graders a preview of what’s to come next fall. Hawley Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson explains. The day swap will be Tuesday for the students.
ADA, MN—Officials from Ada and Norman County met Wednesday afternoon in Ada to prepare for possible flooding over the next few days. Norman County Emergency Manager Garry Johanson has the latest. Johanson was asked if there are any places in Ada that are vulnerable to flooding. Johanson says there are no current plans to make…
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Hawley, MN – The Hawley School building committee continues to meet as they prepare the remodel and additions following the passing of a referendum vote this fall. Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson share information from the most recent meeting held on Thursday March 30th. R&J News will keep sharing information on the new building plans at…
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Hawley, MN — As the Hawley School District continues to grow, a number of job opportunities have opened up in the district. Some of the career opportunities are new positions and some are replacing existing staff, according to Hawley High School Principal Kelly Anderson. For more information about available positions in the Hawley School District,…
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Hawley, MN — Calling all Hawley-area artists! Hawley has been selected by the Lake Region Arts Council and West Central Initiative to receive an Artists on Main Street Grant. Throughout 2023, local artists, creatives, culture-bearers and makers from the Hawley area will be supported to implement small art projects and experiences that enhance Hawley’s downtown–creating…
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Hawley, MN — The Hawley School District is inviting the community to come enjoy a special presentation of local jazz music tonight (Monday) at the Hawley High School. The very talented FM Kicks Band will join the Hawley Jazz Band for a special concert starting at 7:30pm. In addition to the concert, Hawley High School…
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HAWLEY, MN—Hawley High School is headed to the State Science Olympiad. The Nuggets’ Science Olympiad team won a regional competition last week at Minnesota State-Moorhead to reach the State level. Hawley junior Gavin Klagas talks about the Science Olympiad. Klagas talks about the schedule for the State level of Science Olympiad and how he thinks…
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Hawley, MN — As the Hawley School District continues the planning process for their new Middle School expansion and renovations to their High School & Elementary buildings, a unique problem is arising: How do you plan a major construction project in an already crowded building without any disruptions? Hawley Elementary Principal Chris Ellingson says they…
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Hawley, MN — The Hawley FFA program welcomes all to participate in their 23rd annual Fishing Derby this Saturday from 10am until 2pm on Middle Cormorant Lake. The entry fee is just $5. The largest fish will win $30 and a plaque, followed by $20 and $15 for 2nd and 3rd largest. Highest total weight…
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