Author: TJ Nelson
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Grandson Convicted Of Killing Grandparents In Paynesville In March

Gregory Scheel pleaded guilty in Stearns County District Court
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Gloria & Willie Scheel, Gregory ScheelSTEARNS COUNTY, Minn. — A man has been convicted of killing his grandparents at a home he shared with them in central Minnesota. 33-year-old Gregory Scheel pleaded guilty in Stearns County District Court to two counts of first-degree murder. Scheel cried when he admitted to assaulting and murdering 93-year-old Willie and 80-year-old Gloria Scheel on…
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Uber, Lyft And Taxi Drivers Get Designated Spots In Downtown Grand Forks

There is also a designated area for party buses on 1st Avenue North next to United Valley Bank
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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Grand Forks now has designated ride share pick-up and drop-off locations in the downtown area. “We’re trying to do our part to help the citizens of Grand Forks enjoy the opportunities that our downtown nightlife has to offer”, said Cpl. Jon Lampi on Facebook. “Please use these areas to get you home safely.” Uber and Lyft…
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“Comps” Changes And Drug Free Workforce Enforcement At White Earth Casinos

The policy change includes hotel and dining requests at Shooting Star facilities
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MAHNOMEN, Minn. — Sweeping changes are being ordered by the White Earth Reservation Business Committee. White Earth elected officials will no longer be administering constituent service needs utilizing casino ledger accounts, more commonly known as “comps.” The policy change includes hotel and dining requests at Shooting Star facilities. Shooting Star will also implement a Drug Free Workforce Initiative effective immediately…
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Fargo’s Happy Hooligans To Welcome New Commander

Col. Darrin Anderson's change of command ceremony is Saturday
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Col. Darrin AndersonFARGO, N.D. — The 119th Wing, North Dakota Air National Guard, is getting a new commander. The Happy Hooligans will welcome Col. Darrin Anderson during a change of command ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday. The ceremony will take place in the aircraft maintenance hangar in front of the 119th Wing. They will also bid farewell to Col. Britt…
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Grand Forks Man Dies After Crashing Vehicle Into Tree

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. – A man is dead after leading Grand Forks police on a short pursuit and then crashing into a tree Thursday morning. Police say an officer tried to pull the driver over around 5:15. A short pursuit ensued but the officer ended it for safety reasons after the driver turned off his headlights. The officer later found the…
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Thief River Falls Man Accused of Attempted Murder

Shane Williams Allegedly choked and stabbed A woman in an apartment
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THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn. — A Thief River Falls man is charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a woman on Sunday. Police say two children were present when 32-year-old Shane Williams choked and stabbed their aunt in an apartment. The woman and children were rescued by neighbors. She was taken to the hospital. Her condition is not known. Williams…
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Thief River Falls Chiropractor Indicted For Insurance Fraud

Steven Wiseth faces six counts of wire fraud and two counts of aggravated identity theft
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THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn. — A chiropractor in Thief River Falls has been indicted for an insurance fraud scheme. 35-year-old Steven Wiseth faces six counts of wire fraud and two counts of aggravated identity theft. Federal prosecutors say Wiseth billed insurance companies over $3.1 million for hundreds of treatments that were never done or were overbilled. He is accused of…
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United Way Reaches Backpack Goal And Sets Distribution Times

20th Annual United Way School Supply Drive
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FARGO, N.D. — The United Way of Cass-Clay has reached its goal of collecting 6,000 backpacks to give away. The backpacks for the 20th Annual United Way School Supply Drive are being packed by volunteers right now at the Fargodome. Last year, 5,800 backpacks were collected and donated to local K through 12th grade students. This year’s 6,000 backpacks will…
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Sen. John Hoeven Endorses Judge Kavanaugh, Supports Bipartisan Defense Spending Bill

Senators Hoeven and Heidi Heitkamp Both Voted For Military Spending Bill
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Sen. John Hoeven (R-ND) & Judge Brett KavanaughWASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator John Hoeven says Judge Brett Kavanaugh is highly qualified to serve on the Supreme Court. He gave his endorsement shortly after meeting with President Trump’s latest nominee. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp is scheduled to meet Kavanaugh on August 15th. Both senators also announced that they voted for the bipartisan National…
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North Dakota State Fair Ends With Announcement Of Acts For 2019

The nine-day event drew 318,348 people, the second-highest total in the 53 years of the fair
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Tim McGraw & Rascal FlattsMINOT, N.D. — The North Dakota State Fair in Minot just ended over the weekend, but two big acts for next summer have already been announced. Tim McGraw and Rascal Flatts will headline the 2019 North Dakota State Fair in Minot. Minot Mayor Shaun Sipma announced the acts during the Dierks Bentley concert on Friday night….

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