Warroad Public Schools, Mar. 19 Precautionary Lockdown Lifted

By Mani Souphom – R & J Broadcasting, Inc. | Thursday, March 19 , 2026

WARROAD, Minn. – This morning, Warroad Public Schools was placed on a precautionary lockdown after a threat was called into the school. The lockdown began around 8:45 a.m. and was lifted shortly after 10:10 a.m.

The Warroad Police Department, along with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Roseau County Sheriff’s Office, responded immediately. Warroad Police Chief Wade Steinbring led the response.

Steinbring says authorities were able to quickly assess the situation after the threat was reported, and provided more details:

He praised school staff and administration for following safety procedures, and thanked first responders and parents for their cooperation and patience.

Steinbring says the department will review the incident and continue working to keep the community safe:

The lockdown was lifted after authorities determined there was no ongoing threat, and classes resumed as normal.

Minnesota DNR Conservation Prep Program Opens

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for its Conservation Officer Prep Program. The paid trainee position helps candidates earn their Peace Officer license, with tuition and books covered. Participants train for a career protecting Minnesota’s natural resources and public safety. Applicants must have a two- or four-year degree by June 2026. The deadline to apply is March 31st. Learn more and apply at mndnr.gov/careers

Badger School Music Revue this Week

By: Graham Scher | R&J Broadcasting Inc.

Badger, Minn — Badger School’s music revue “Live From the Living Room” is happening today and Friday at Badger school for their annual Music Revue. Superintendent Dan Carpenter stopped by during Badger School news to tell us more about the event and the theme for the night.

Carpenter also told us what those attending can expect from the theme “Live from the Living Room”

Again that’s the Badger School District music revue today and Friday at Badger Schools. Tickets are available by contacting Badger School at 218-528-3201.