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On May 16, around 11:37 p.m., a Todd County Sheriff’s Office deputy was on routine patrol in the city of Staples when he observed a vehicle committing a traffic violation. The deputy conducted a traffic stop and contacted the driver. During the traffic stop, the deputy observed signs of criminal activity. The deputy requested the Wadena County Sheriff’s Office K9 Nitro and his handler respond to the scene for assistance. Ultimately, K9 Nitro indicated the odor of narcotic

by Coach Kenny Miller The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale Raiders girls track and field team traveled to Concordia College in Moorhead on Thursday, May 28, to compete in the Section 6A Track & Field Championships. Athletes faced challenging conditions throughout the day, with temperatures climbing into the mid-90s, creating a demanding and physically taxing environment for competition. Despite the intense heat, the Raiders turned in several strong performances. The highlight of the

by Coach Greg Johnson The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale Raider boys track and field team competed in the MSHSL Section 6A Meet on Thursday, May 28, at Concordia College in Moorhead. The Raiders finished seventh out of 23 teams with 42 points. Osakis claimed the team championship with 79 points. The highlight of the day for the Raiders was qualifying five athletes for the MSHSL State Track and Field Championships. Brady Rach earned a Section 6A championship in the 800-meter run, s

by Coach Greg Johnson The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale Raider boys track and field team competed in the MSHSL Section 6A East Sub-Section Meet on Thursday, May 21. The Raiders finished sixth out of 13 teams with 58 points. Sauk Centre claimed the team title with 120 points. The Raiders were led by several strong performances in both individual and relay events. In the distance races, Brady Rach captured a sub-section championship in the 800-meter run, while Gunnar Barthel added

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