It’s the busiest time of year for area 4Hers, as they will be busy with the County Fair this week, and the community is invited to come see what they’ve been working on. Linda Houglum of Norman County 4H tells us what 4Hers will be busy with today during opening day. Houglum also went over…
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The 129th Annual Norman County Fair kicks off today, and the fair board has a ton of fun activities planned for opening night. Norman County Fair Board President Don Merkens, and Fair Board member Jim Birkemeyer previews some of today’s activities. More information, and a full schedule of events for the 129th Annual Norman County…
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Summer events like the Norman County Fair, and Hillsboro Days are in full swing across the region, and a common sight you’ll see at these kinds of events are children running around having fun. One thing that can often be overlooked by parents at these events is hydration, and that could lead to problems. Kelsey…
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ADA, MN—It’s one of the biggest attractions ever at the Norman County Fair. The Legends of Monster Trucks will be at the R&J Broadcasting Grandstand Friday night starting at 7:30. Mike Fonder, the announcer and executive producer for the Legends of Monster Trucks, says 2025 is a milestone year for the Monster Trucks. While the…
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The Norman County Fair kicks off tomorrow, and fair goers may notice some new rides gracing the midway. Norman County Fair Board President Don Merkens is excited to announce that due to some recent shakeups, the Thomas Carnival will be bringing some new rides this year. Merkens says the Norman County Fair will be offering…
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Nashville Recording Artist Jarrod Turner will be taking to the Tommy Roesch Memorial Stage at the Norman County Fair on Wednesday for a free performance. R&J News had the opportunity to catch up with Turner before his performance, and he told us more about himself, and the music he plays. You can learn a lot…
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4H Exhibits are pinnacle at every area county fair, and a face that’s been persistent at the Norman County Fair over the last 40 years is Mary Ann Bell of the Hegne Hustlers 4H Club. Bell talks more about her 40 years in the club, and the unique experiences it has offered. The Hegne Hustlers…
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The Norman County Fair is fast approaching with events kicking off on Wednesday. Norman County Fair Board President Don Merkens says the fair board has been hard at work over the last year, and you may notice some changes at the fairgrounds. Jim Birkmeyer of the Norman County Fair Board says there will also be…
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The Hegne Husters 4H will be celebrating their 90 year anniversary during the Norman County Fair next week. Mary Ann Bell has been involved with the Hegne Hustlers for over 40 years, and she is always one to promote the many opportunities that 4H offers to area youth. Bell tells us more about these opportunities,…
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The Norman County Fair is just over a week away, and one group that’s been getting ready for it is Norman County 4H. Norman County 4H Extension Educator Linda Houglum says her 4Hers have been hard at work, getting ready for one of the most exciting times of the year. Houglum also gives a preview…
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