The 2025 Fall harvest continues to move along, and with rain in the forecast this week, one thing motorists will need to be aware of is the potential hazard of muddy roads. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall shares some reminders for motorists and producers, when it comes to muddy roads. With the work days expected…
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Starting next Monday, there will be a new Deputy joining the Norman County Sheriff’s Office. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall tells us more. Fall says it’s exciting to be able to fill the position, as police officers have become very hard to find at times. You can learn more, and get updates from the Norman…
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Throughout the year R&J News has been speaking with area law enforcement officers as a way to get to know them better. Next up on our Law Enforcement Spotlight is Norman County Sheriff’s Deputy Matt Nikle, who tells us more about himself, and why he went into law enforcement. Nikle says one interesting role he…
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Recent events like the school shooting at a Catholic School in Minneapolis, have made schools think more about school safety, and one acronym you’re hearing schools mention is a training program called ALICE. This has caused parents and community members to have questions about this training as it’s not well known outside of a school…
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SHELLY, MN—There’s been another fire at the Shelly Grain Elevator. You’ll remember back on August 8, the grain elevator was destroyed after apparently being struck by lightning. The Norman County Sheriff’s Office says a second fire at the grain elevator happened Saturday and was contained by 10pm. R&J News is reaching out for more information…
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It’s no secret that there’s a shortage of law enforcement officers in Minnesota, and most agencies across Minnesota are recruiting for new officers. Fosston Police Chief Phil Juve says he’d definitely recommend a career in law enforcement, and he speaks of some of the benefits of going into the field. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall…
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The Annual Norman County Night to Unite celebration is next week, and agencies across Norman County will be in attendance. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall says the event is not only fun, but also a perfect opportunity to come out and meet the people who serve in your community. Norman County Attorney Elizabeth Brainard says…
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The Norman County Fair kicks off on Wednesday, and with the fair comes increased activity in the City of Ada, and other areas across the county. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall says the county is ready for this, and they will be providing extra law enforcement coverage. With the increase in traffic, Sheriff Fall also…
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Throughout the year R&J News has been speaking with area law enforcement officers as a way to get to know them better. Next up on our Law Enforcement Spotlight is Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall. Sheriff Fall tells us more about his background in law enforcement, and why he pursued a career in law enforcement. …
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Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, and while it signals the start of the fun summer months, it also signals the start of one of the most deadly times of year for motorists. Norman County Sheriff Ben Fall encourages all drives to take extra precaution, and drive safe during this busy time. Sheriff Fall says…
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