Author: TJ Nelson

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More Details Released in Fatal Mobile Home Fire in Alexandria

The deaths have been ruled accidental
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  ALEXANDRIA, Minn. — Investigators have determined that a mobile home fire in Alexandria that killed two people was caused by careless smoking. The state fire marshal and Alexandria police and fire officials say the fire started in the living room near a couch and recliner. Forty-nine-year-old James Chandler and 59-year-old Rose Couillard died in the fire last Friday. The…
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Xcel Energy Sending More Help to Puerto Rico

Around 65 line workers and support staff will help with the ongoing power restoration efforts on the island
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  NATIONAL — Xcel Energy is sending more help for the people of Puerto Rico. Around 65 line workers and support staff will help with the ongoing power restoration efforts on the island. Hundreds of thousands of customers remain without power nearly four months after Hurricane Maria made landfall. Xcel Energy trucks left for Puerto Rico earlier this month and…
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NDSU Police Investigating Death of a Student on Campus

The name of the student has not been released
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  FARGO, ND — A student has been found dead in a private room at Mathew Living Learning Center West at NDSU. A University Relations Vice President said in a statement that officials are investigating, but there is no indication of foul play and no threat to public safety. The name of the student has not been released. Categories: Business,…
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Senators Hoeven and Heitkamp Introduce Celebration Resolution in Congress for NDSU Football

The football team defeated James Madison on January 6 in Frisco for the national title
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A resolution celebrating NDSU Football’s 6th FCS National Championship title in seven years has been introduced in Congress. “We recognize and we congratulate all of these incredible players also Coach Klieman and tremendous coaching staff has put in countless hours of practice and preparation,” Senator John Hoeven said. “They have made Bison Nation and all North Dakota…
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Three More Native American Tribes Join Opioid Lawsuit

Allegations include deceptive marketing and fraud
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  REGIONAL — Three more Native American tribes in the Dakotas are suing opioid manufacturers and distributors. The tribes allege that they concealed and minimized the addiction risk of prescription drugs. The Rosebud Sioux Tribe, Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe and the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate sued 24 opioid industry groups in federal court on Monday. The lawsuit follows more than 70…
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Water Main Break Floods Section of University Drive

Traffic was detoured in the area for much of the day while repairs were made
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FARGO, ND — A large water main break in Fargo early this morning created quite a mess. Water from the break on 7th Avenue North near the intersection with University Drive poured onto University and flooded the underpass with up to 3 feet of water making it impassable. The water main break was reported shortly before 1 a.m. Crews were…
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Santa Village at Rheault Farm Turns Out Big Season of Giving

Visitors donated nearly $4,000 in cash, 6,200 pounds of non-perishable food items and more than 900 new and gently used toys
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  FARGO, ND — People really got into the season of giving at the 31st annual Santa Village at Rheault Farm. More than 15,000 visitors stopped by to have some holiday fun between November 26 and December 23. Visitors donated nearly $4,000 in cash, 6,200 pounds of non-perishable food items and more than 900 new and gently used toys. The…
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Super Bowl Host Committee Hoping to Draw You in with Big Name Acts

It is free and includes live concerts, food and fun
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MINNEAPOLIS — The Super Bowl Host Committee wants to see you attend at least one event during the massive 10 day fan festival. The events begin on Friday, January 26 and lead up to the big game on Sunday, February 4 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Super Bowl LIVE presented by Verizon on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis will…

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Governor Dayton Authorizes National Guard for Protection During Super Bowl LII

The City of Minneapolis made the request to ensure that all Minnesotans and over one million expected visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience
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  MINNEAPOLIS — Governor Mark Dayton has signed an executive order authorizing the Minnesota National Guard to protect people during Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis. Dayton’s Executive Order follows a years-long public safety planning process between local law enforcement agencies and all levels of government. The City of Minneapolis made the request to ensure that all Minnesotans and over one…

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Fish House Catches Fires During Tow on I-29

The cause of the fire wasn't clear
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  GALCHUTT, ND — No injuries were reported when a fish house caught fire while being towed on I-29. The Richland County Sheriff’s Office says the blaze happened early Saturday. The Horace man towing the fish house noticed the smoke, pulled over at the Galchutt exit, about 30 miles south of Fargo, and disconnected the building from his pickup. The…

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