Surrounding Cities • Jobs • Education • Universities • Healthcare • Airports • More
For many residents we are a bedroom community. Carpools leave each morning and arrive home to smiling neighbors and happy kids in the evening.
County Seat, Ada on Hwy 9 & 200
• Gary is 17 miles (19 minutes) east of the county seat of Ada  For Norman County Government information Link Here
Located in Ada is the hospital, extended care, shops, radio station, movie theater, restaurants, events center, eye care, dental care, office supplies, Norman County Historical Genealogical Society, Norman County Fair Grounds and Raceway, Heart of the Valley Golf Course, auto and implement dealers, an extensive recreational/workout/pool center - the Dekko Center and more. Many retail jobs are available here and a small craft airport is available for those who need it.
     • For more about Norman County Economic Development and to Discover Norman County opportunities and cities Link Here
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Crookston on Hwy 2
• Gary is located 36 miles (40 minutes)  southeast of Crookston
Located in this area are the dynamic U of M Crookston and the U of M Extension working with rural areas to build a stronger Minnesota. A major employer in the city is Newflyer of America bus building division and Crystal Sugar. Overall, Crookston is a fun college town with shops, medical centers, restaurants and entertainment.
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Detroit Lakes on Hwy 94
• Gary is located 55 miles from Detroit Lakes - it is lake country for those who love to swim, fish, enjoy a day on the water or snow ski. If you are looking for a "beach day" - this is it with beachside bars, cafe's, hotels and more! It is also the home of the annual WeFest Country Music Festival, golf and Detroit Mountain Recreation Area.
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Fargo/Moorhead on Hwy 94 & 29
• Gary is 57 miles (1 hour, 5 minutes) from Moorhead, MN / Fargo, ND area. Home of Hector International Airport (FAR).
Located in this area are major medical centers and facilities for all types of healthcare needs. It is a hub of affordabel higher education including NDSU Bison football team, Moorhead State University, Concordia College and more. It is a center of activity for entertainment, arts, sporting events and concerts.
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E. Grand Forks/Grand Forks on Hwy 29 & 2
• Gary is located 60 Miles (1 hour, 7 minutes) from E. Grand Forks, MN/Grand Forks, ND  - Home of Grand Forks International Airport (GFK)
Located in this area are major medical centers and facilities for all types of healthcare needs. It is a center for of affordabel higher education including UND Fighting Hawks hockey.  It is a hub of activity for college students, entertainment, arts, sporting events, concerts and home of the Grand Forks Air Force Base.