Author: TJ Nelson
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Drug Investigation On White Earth Reservation Results In Charges

Multiple Agencies Seized Heroin, Cash and Vehicles
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Four people have been charged in a massive drug investigation in west central Minnesota. 34-year-old Steven Gant of Plymouth, 29-year-old Dylan Warren of Ogema, 32-year-old Jameson Jackson of Mahnomen and 30-year-old Joni Bush of Mahnomen all face drug charges. Multiple agencies investigated the flow of heroin to the White Earth Reservation, Becker and Mahnomen counties. They seized $5,200 in heroin,…
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Man Shot And Killed During Pursuit Identified

Chase Happened Wednesday In Stutsman County, North Dakota
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STUTSMAN CO., N.D. — Authorities have identified the man killed by an officer yesterday near Medina. He is 27-year-old Michael Schieffer of Jamestown. Authorities say Schieffer fired at officers Wednesday during a pursuit on Highway 281 north of Jamestown. When his vehicle got stuck and he fled, he fired at officers again and they fired back killing him. No officers…
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Dates Set For Racing at North Dakota Horse Park This Summer

Racing will take place over three weekends in July
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BISMARCK, N.D. — Horse racing is returning to the North Dakota Horse Park this summer. The park will host six days of racing on July 14th and 15th, 21st and 22nd and 27th and 28th. Funding has been approved by the North Dakota Racing Commission. Horse Park GM Mike Schmitz says you can expect new promotions, entertainment as well as…
Local News, Minnesota News, News Landing Page, Politics / Elections

Clay County Sheriff Makes Endorsement For His Replacement

Sheriff Bill Bergquist has endorsed Mark Empting to become the next Clay County Sheriff
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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Clay County Sheriff Bill Bergquist has endorsed Mark Empting to take his job. In a statement, Bergquist said Empting has the experience and enthusiasm desired to be sheriff. Empting has been with the sheriff’s office nearly 16 years and has risen to the rank of lieutenant. Other declared candidates for sheriff include Mark Hendrickson, Scott Steffes and…
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Former Home Remodeling Contractor Likely to be Sued by the State

Attorneys say Tim Rosene, former owner of Studs to Rugs, has not worked towards a settlement
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FARGO, N.D. — A former Fargo home remodeling contractor will likely be sued by North Dakota. Assistant Attorney General Parrell Grossman says Studs to Rugs owner Tim Rosene has refused to work toward a settlement. He says a lawsuit appears to be the only option. Ten customers have filed complaints claiming losses of $324,000 for projects that were never completed….
Crime, Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News

Man Cited for Jaywalking After Being Struck By Pickup

Wilbur Gillespie, 54, was struck as he crossed South Washington Street in Grand Forks
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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — A man was cited for jaywalking after getting hit by a pickup in Grand Forks. This morning around 8:45, a pickup driven by 79–year–old Francis Leiran ran into 54–year–old Wilbur Gillespie. Gillespie was walking across South Washington Street at 13th Avenue at the time. Police say Leiran did not see the man as she was turning….
Community, Entertainment, Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News

Fargo-Native Grammy Winner Set For Performance at Fargo Theatre

Jonny Lang will perform at the Fargo Theatre on June 28
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FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo boy who made it big and won a Grammy is returning home. Jonny Lang will appear at Fargo Theatre on Thursday, June 28. The 36–year–old was born in Fargo and had his first million–selling record at the age of 15. He is known as one of the best live performers and guitarists of his generation….
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Petition to Provide Special License Plates to Volunteer First Responders Approved

The petition requires over 13,000 signatures by July 9
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BISMARCK, N.D. — Supporters of providing specialized vehicle license plates at no charge for volunteer firefighters and other emergency responders can begin circulating petitions to try to bring the issue to voters. Secretary of State Al Jaeger just approved the format of the petition. Supporters need to gather and submit at least 13,452 valid signatures by July 9 to get…
Agriculture, Business, Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News

North Dakota Exports Last Year Worth $2 Billion

This amount was an increase of 5.6% over 2016
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BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota exported more than $2 billion worth of products last year, excluding oil, which is a 5.6 percent increase over 2016. The state’s export growth was led by soybeans and machinery, including bulldozers, tractors, combines and farm implements. The value of machinery exports grew from almost $687 million to $757 million. Canada, Australia and Ukraine increased…
Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

State Democratic Chair Kylie Oversen Running for ND Tax Commissioner

Oversen is looking to win the seat from incumbent Ryan Rauschenberger
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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — The chairwoman of North Dakota’s Democratic party is running for state tax commissioner. Kylie Oversen of Grand Forks will face Republican Tax Commissioner Ryan Rauschenberger who is seeking re–election for a second full term. The 28–year–old Oversen is a lawyer and former one–term state representative, who lost her seat in 2016. The 35–year–old Rauschenberger was appointed…

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