WEST FARGO, N.D. — If you’ve been in the market for new farming equipment, you’re in luck. AgIron is back in town. “We have three a year and July, this is our biggest one,” said Steffers West Fargo Manager Corina Carroll. As one of the largest consignment auctions in North Dakota, the event gathers sellers, bidders and even just spectators….
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota’s law to curb distracted driving goes into effect in just a few short hours. The entire state goes hands–free on Thursday, meaning drivers will no longer be able to hold their cell phones or GPS devices in hand at any point. You can still use your phone while driving, but only by voice commands. Minnesota…
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The Minnesota Twins made one move before the 3 p.m. MLB trade deadline acquiring relief pitcher Sam Dyson from the San Francisco Giants. In 49 games this year, Dyson has thrown 47 strikeouts, giving up 14 runs amassing a 2.47 ERA. The Twins continue to bolster the back end of their bullpen after also acquiring Sergio Romo…
FESSENDEN, ND — A pilot suffered minor injuries after a helicopter crash south of Fessenden, North Dakota. The North Dakota Highway Patrol reports around 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday they responded to a crash 4.5 miles south of Fessenden along Highway 52. The helicopter, a 2007 Robinson R44, was spraying waterways by Highway 52. When the pilot attempted to go under…
You can find out where your knitted, quilted and crochet goodies come from, and how to make them yourself at the weekend’s Fiber Arts Festival. This year’s event is Saturday and Sunday at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. You can meet plenty of the adorable animals that supply material for yarn, like sheep and even rabbits. We met the adorable…
FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks were in desperate need of a win after dropping seven of their last 10 ball games. They changed that Tuesday night with a 9-8 win over the Chicago Dogs at Newman Outdoor Field. After trailing 4-0 after three innings, the RedHawks scored eight runs over the next two frames to go-ahead for an eventual…
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Fargo Post 2 entered Tuesday’s state championship undefeated through tournament play just needed one win over the Grand Forks Royals to claim their fifth title in the last seven years. They did just that. Post 2 scored off sac flies from Zach Sandy and Brandt Kolpack in the first and second inning. Cole Hage hit an…
FARGO, N.D. — Nine years ago, Darrel Raftevold got a spinal fusion surgery. The operation was successful, “But the only problem was they had to cut into the muscles. And I had a hard time, well, there was pain, let’s put it that way,” said Raftevold. Fast forward a few years, and Darrel’s back pain persisted. He could hardly sit,…
FARGO, N.D. — It’s okay to let yourself indulge in a sweet treat for once. After all, it’s for charity. Sandy’s Donuts is pairing with PATH to support local families. Both of its locations in West Fargo and Fargo are donating 10 percent of their proceeds from the day to the charity. PATH focuses on individualized support for children, crisis…
WASHINGTON, DC – An attorney and former Grand Forks County prosecutor has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve as a federal judge in North Dakota. The Senate voted 68-22 Tuesday to select Peter Welte to fill the vacancy left by former U.S. District Court Judge Ralph Erickson, who was confirmed last year to serve on the 8th U.S….
