Recently the Polk County Sheriff’s Office received reports of a new scam sweeping the area. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman tells us more about this new scam, posing as a member of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. In other news, Tadman says the Polk County Sheriff’s Office recently kicked off their April Toward Zero Deaths…
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A Fosston native is now a North Dakota Highway Patrol Trooper. Trooper Jacob Walker had worked for the Polk County Sheriff’s Office before joining the Patrol. He graduated from the North Dakota Highway Patrol Academy in 2024 and recently completed field training. Trooper Walker will serve North Dakota’s southeast region and is stationed in Wahpeton.
Spring time is a time of travels as many across the state are traveling after being stuck at home due to the winter weather. This traveling however, can leave your home more at risk of a break in. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman shares some things you do as a homeowner to lower the chances…
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Over the next year R&J News will be speaking with area law enforcement officers with the goal of getting to know them better. Next up on our Law Enforcement Spotlight is Sgt. Ben Stout of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Sgt Stout first tells us more about his Law Enforcement Background, and why he went…
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The busy spring and summer months are quickly approaching, and many across the region will be taking advantage of the warm temperatures and spending time away from their homes after being cooped up for the winter. This however can leave your home more exposed to burglaries. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman shares some things you…
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Phones are becoming more and more ingrained into our daily lives, and while this is making things more accessible, it’s also leaving scammers more accessible to you. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman highlights some of the phone scams that have been reported to his office recently, that you should be aware of. Tadman also told…
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There’s a chance of snow this weekend in parts of Northwest Minnesota, and people are once again reminded to follow the proper winter driving safety recommendations. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman shares some things to consider when traveling this weekend. Tadman was a guest on the KKCQ Food For Thought Program which airs weekdays at…
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The Holidays are a time of cheer for many, but for those suffering from depression and other mental health issues the time after the Holidays can be difficult. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman explains why, and he encourages you to keep contact with those who may be dealing with mental health issues. Tadman also shared…
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During his appearance on the KKCQ Food for Thought Program, Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman told us about a Mental Health Call Center that’s available to Polk County residents, and the surrounding communities. During his discussion Tadman told us how the call center differs from calling 911, and what its purpose is. One question Tadman…
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The upcoming holiday season means travel for many of us. Alyssa Lang, a new Polk County Sheriff’s Deputy, reminds us to be prepared for driving in winter weather. Lang is finishing her training as a Polk County Sheriff’s Deputy. She was a guest on Thursday’s Food For Thought program, which airs weekday mornings at 8:45…
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