Author: TJ Nelson
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Gov. Dayton Skeptical on Republican Plan for Lower Health Insurance in Minnesota

The bill creates a reinsurance program to help insurance companies cover expensive medical claims
TJ Nelson,

  ST. PAUL, Minn. — Democratic Gov. Dayton says he has concerns about a $542 million Republican plan to lower health insurance costs for Minnesotans but he won’t veto it. Dayton says he’ll let the plan become law without his signature. The bill creates a reinsurance program to help insurance companies cover expensive medical claims. Republicans who support the bill…
Agriculture, Community, Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News

Nearly 20 Years Since Major Blizzard of ’97

April 1997 began with temperatures in the 60s, giving people hope for spring after 10 blizzards that winter
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  NORTH DAKOTA — It’s been nearly 20 years since a devastating April blizzard struck North Dakota. It began as freezing rain or sleet on April 4th. By the time it was done on the 7th, it dumped as much as 2 feet of snow in some areas. April 1997 began with temperatures in the 60s, giving people hope for…
Community, Crime, Local News, News Landing Page

Spearfish Authorities Continue Deadly House Fire Investigation; How You Can Help the Families

Authorities haven't identified the families or children but the account says the fire broke out at the Wilson-Roden and Tate house
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SPEARFISH, S.D. — A GoFundMe account set up for families affected by a Spearfish house fire that killed five children has already raised tens-of-thousands of dollars. The victims are 6-year-old Phibie Moyer, 7-year-old Clinton Johnson, 8-year-old Rhylin Gee, 9-year-old Justice Roden and her 11-year-old sister, Tanlynn Roden. The fire broke out at the Wilson-Roden and Tate house. There is still…
News Landing Page, North Dakota News

Ribfest 2017 Lineup Turns Out To Be Fake

April Fools' Day Joke Punks Many
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It was the social media post that had everyone excited and making plans, until they realized what day it was. Some creative individual created what turned out to be a “fake” ad for the upcoming Ribfest in June. It said this year’s lineup would include Creed, Darius Rucker, Luke Bryan and Nickelback. There is just one problem with this whopper…
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Five Children Killed in House Fire

Spearfish, South Dakota
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Five children are confirmed dead following a house fire early Saturday morning in South Dakota. Spearfish police and fire officials say the victims are between the ages of six and eleven years old. They were believed to be having a sleepover. An unknown number of adults were taken to the hospital to be treated. Authorities say the two-story home at…
News Landing Page, North Dakota News

Man Jailed After Major Meth Bust in Wahpeton

Street Value Estimated at Over $1 Million
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A man has been arrested in Wahpeton after authorities uncovered 13 pounds of meth worth over $1 million on the streets. Louis Douphinais, 29, was arrested in a mobile home at 2104 2nd Street North in Wahpeton on Friday. In addition to the meth, drug task force agents found drug paraphernalia, two handguns and an AK-47. Douphinais is facing charges…
Community, Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News

Rose Creek Golf Course to Open in Time for Weekend

The remaining seven holes and Driving Range will open as soon as conditions permit
TJ Nelson,

  FARGO, N.D. — Golfers will be able to play 11 holes at Rose Creek starting Saturday. The golf course will open at 10 a.m. and play will be available on holes one thru nine, 17 and 18, for walking only. The remaining seven holes and Driving Range will open as soon as conditions permit. Edgewood will open the entire…
Agriculture, Business, Local News, Minnesota News, News Landing Page

Minnesota Based Land O’Lakes Purchases Vermont Creamery

The company will continue to make goat cheese, cultured butter and fresh dairy in Websterville, Vermont
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  ARDEN HILLS, Minn. — Minnesota-based Land O’ Lakes has purchased Vermont Creamery. The company will continue to make goat cheese, cultured butter and fresh dairy in Websterville, Vermont. Co-founders Allison Hooper and Bob Reese said the company has experienced growth and it needs a partner that will help it realize its business potential. The president and CEO of Land…
Agriculture, Business, Community, Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

Sen. Hoeven Wants Quick Vote on President Trump’s Pick for Ag Secretary

Hoeven is a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee and chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee
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WASHINGTON D.C. — The Senate Agriculture Committee has approved President Trump’s pick for agriculture secretary. In his confirmation hearing last week, former Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue stressed that he has worked with Democrats in the past. He sought to reassure farm-state senators in both parties who are fearful about the impact of President Trump’s proposed deep cuts to farm programs….
Business, Crime, Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

Sen. Heitkamp to Vote for President Trump’s Supreme Court Nominee

She said her vote does not diminish how disturbed she was by Republicans refusal to hold a hearing on President Obama's last Supreme Court nominee Judge Garland
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WASHINGTON D.C. — Senator Heidi Heitkamp, a Democrat, says she “will” vote for President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee. She was the target of an ad by the NRA to vote in his favor. “President Trump chose a pro-gun judge for the Supreme Court,” the television ad said. “Tell Heidi Heitkamp, ‘say no to Chuck Schumer and the liberal elites’. Vote…

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