Day two of the Norman County Fair was a big one for Norman County 4H, as the 4Hers kept themselves very busy throughout the day. Linda Houglum of Norman County gives us a recap of Thursday’s festivities. Houglum says things do not slow down on Friday for 4H. For more on Norman County 4H content…
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It’s a busy week at Norman County Raceway and you’ll be able to watch two big events while the Norman County Fair is in action. Norman County Raceway’s Jake Bitker previews the unique event on Thursday. Then to wrap up the week, another clash that will include some fun prizes. Norman County Raceway will also…
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If you have a delicious pie recipe, you’re encouraged to bake it, and bring it out to the Norman County Fair for the Norman County Farm Bureau Fruit Pie Baking Contest. Adam Visser of the Norman County Farm Bureau tells us more. If you have a pie that you would like to submit, Visser says…
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Fair Food is one of the pinnacles of the Norman County Fair, and Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is sharing reminders for those who will be indulging in their fair favorites. Kim Myers of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health encourages everyone to enjoy their time at the fair, but to also be mindful of the food they’re consuming. When…
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Yesterday, R&J News told you about the history of County Fairs in the United States, and their ties to agriculture, but did you know the first fairs in world history can be traced back to the Roman Empire? R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier tells us more about the early history of fairs, and how they…
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ADA, MN—Saturday night’s feature attraction at the Norman County Fairgrounds in Ada will be one of the most amazing things you’ve seen. It’s called the ATV Big Air Tour. Derek Guetter says it’s the kind of thing that kids shouldn’t try at home. Guetter describes how the ATV Big Air Tour came about. There will…
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ADA, MN—There’s going to be musical entertainment Wednesday night at the Norman County Fair in Ada. The Mooncats will play from 6:30 until 9pm at the TRM Stage. Jordan Eslinger of the Mooncats describes his band’s music. The Mooncats are a three piece acoustic group based out of Bismarck. Again, the Mooncats will play from…
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The Norman County Fair will kick off today, which means that it is officially one of the busiest times of year for Norman County Law Enforcement. Ada Police Chief Steve Hager says his department is ready for the fair, and that they will be patrolling the fairgrounds all week. When it comes to the fair,…
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After months of hard work by the Norman County Fairboard, the 130th Annual Norman County County Fair is here, and set to kick off this afternoon. Norman County Fairboard representatives Don Merkens and Amy Germolus says Wednesday’s schedule includes a free musical performance by the Mooncats among other fun activities. Over the last few years,…
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Today marks the start of the 130th Annual Norman County Fair, and while that may be a long standing tradition in our history, did you know that the origin of county fairs in the United States goes back far further than 130 years? R&J Ag Reporter Nick Revier tells us more. Revier says as the…
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