Author: TJ Nelson
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Horizon Middle School Has Late Thursday Start Due to Water Concerns

Officials say there is a concern after they believe kids became sick after drinking from a water fountain
TJ Nelson,

There is a concern with the drinking water at Horizon Middle School in Moorhead. Several kids got sick from possible copper poisoning after drinking from a water fountain. Moorhead Public Service is working with the school district to identify the source of the contamination. It is believed to be an isolated plumbing issue on the premises. In order to finish…
Business, Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News

Fargo’s King Leo’s Closes its Doors

The restaurant announced their closing on their Facebook page on New Year's Eve
TJ Nelson,

It appears not enough people were excited by the re-opening of a once popular local restaurant chain. King Leo’s announced on Facebook on New Year’s Eve that it was closing that night. King Leo’s wrote: “We want to thank all of our wonderful customers for the opportunity to serve them.” The fast food burger restaurant on 42nd Street South across…
Business, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead, News Landing Page, Politics / Elections

Will Moorhead Get Their $42 Million Railroad Underpass?

A long sought after railroad underpass for Moorhead worth $42 million is included in Governor Dayton's infrastructure wish list for the House and Senate
TJ Nelson,

  Gov. Dayton is asking the Minnesota Legislature to pony up for public construction projects. He has unveiled his $1.5 billion wish list of infrastructure upgrades, new buildings and early learning centers. A long sought after railroad underpass for Moorhead worth $42 million is included. The wish list is slightly larger than the proposal Dayton had last year and likely…
Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News

Authorities Release Details of West Fargo Man’s Death in “Unusual” Snowmobile Accident

Authorities say the accident is "unusual" because of the nature of the man's injuries and that no one witnessed the accident
TJ Nelson,

Authorities have determined that the unusual snowmobile wreck in northwest Wyoming that killed a West Fargo man was an accident. A preliminary autopsy shows 33-year-old Andrew Grossnickle died December 30 from blunt force trauma to the left chest. Investigators were perplexed initially because his snowmobile was not damaged. They believe Grossnickle fell off the machine or hit a tree while…
Crime, Local News, Minnesota News, News Landing Page

Man Accused in Breckenridge Shooting is Charged

Witnesses say Matthew Allard threatened to shoot everyone as he was leaving the Breckenridge house
TJ Nelson,

A Breckenridge man has been charged with attempted murder for a shooting last Thursday night at a home in Breckenridge. Matthew Allard, 27, is accused of shooting Issac Herrera during an argument. Herrera was shot in the stomach and remains in a Fargo hospital. Witnesses told police that Allard said he “might as well shoot everyone” as he was leaving…
Community, Local News, News Landing Page

ND Game and Fish Gives Warning to Snowmobilers

They want to warn drivers to be aware of wildlife crossing their paths
TJ Nelson,

North Dakota Game and Fish is reminding snowmobile enthusiasts to stay clear of wildlife and its habitat. They say the wildlife population has already suffered significantly this winter due to the cold and near-record snowfall. Snowmobiles cannot be used to flush, chase or pursue wildlife. Running snowmobiles near, through or around winter habitat such as thickets, cattails and wooded areas…

Crime, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead, News Landing Page

Moorhead Snowplow Driver Cited in Injury Crash

The driver was cited after police say he crossed the centerline and caused the accident
TJ Nelson,

One person was hurt and the driver of a Moorhead city snow plow was cited following a crash. It happened shortly after 6 a.m. on Highway 75 near the 15th Avenue North intersection. Police say the snowplow was southbound when it crossed the highway centerline, forcing the northbound car to take evasive action to avoid a head-on crash. The two…
Local News, News Landing Page

Travel Alert Still in Effect for North Dakota, Minnesota Roads

ND-DOT, MN-DOT says drivers need to be cautious as they travel throughout the state
TJ Nelson,

A Travel Alert remains in effect for northeastern North Dakota due to blowing snow and reduced visibility. In northwest Minnesota between East Grand Forks and Crookston, roads are partially covered with snow. There is drifting snow around the Donaldson and Greenbush areas. The road is slippery. Between US 75 near Hendrum and MN 32 near Twin Valley, there is blowing…
Business, Local News, Minnesota News

Minnesota Based Company, MyPillow, Loses BBB Accreditation

The company has received an 'F' grade for its business practices
TJ Nelson,

Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota is losing faith in Minnesota-based MyPillow. The BBB has lowered MyPillow’s rating to an “F”, based on a pattern of complaints from consumers. The BBB has attempted to persuade MyPillow to discontinue their “buy one get one free” and other discount offers without success. Advertising rules state the offers need to be…

UPDATE: Blizzard Shuts Down Many ND Highways; No Travel Advised in MN

Road Maps Updated as of 11:30 a.m. 12/26
TJ Nelson,

UPDATE:  I-94 is closed from Fargo to the Montana border.  I-29 is closed from Grand Forks to the Canadian border.  Highway 2 is closed from Grand Forks to Minot.  Highways 52 and 281 are closed north and west of Carrington.  Highway 5 is also closed. Travel is NOT ADVISED in much of Northwest Minnesota. I-94 is open but reported to…

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