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City and Business Leaders Share Ideas to Improve Downtown Areas in North Dakota

The seventh annual North Dakota Downtown Conference began Tuesday at the Sanctuary Events Center

October 17, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — City and business leaders from across North Dakota arrived in Fargo for a conference aimed at improving downtown areas across the state. Organizers hope that the conference will lead to economic development for all towns in the state – both big and small. The seventh annual North Dakota Downtown Conference has begun at the Sanctuary Events Center…

“Native Voices” Exhibit Comes to NDSU Campus

"Native Voices" explores illnesses and cultural life for Native Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Alaska natives

October 17, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — A traveling art exhibit has made its way to NDSU’s campus. It’s called “Native Voices” and explores illnesses and cultural life for Native Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Alaskan Natives. Oral storytelling was one of the most prominent ways these Indigenous Americans preserved and continued their history. What better way to further that tradition than through an exhibit…

Competitive Curling with HOPE Inc.

Families showed support and cheered the players on at the F–M Curling Club in Fargo as they focused on pushing their stones across the ice.

October 17, 2017

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FARGO, ND — HOPE Inc. is giving kids and adults a chance to get competitive on the ice. Families showed support and cheered the players on at the F-M Curling Club in Fargo as they focused on pushing their stones across the ice. The night is offered to anyone with mobility challenges, even those who are not in a wheelchair….

Medicare Enrollment Counselors Available for North Dakota Seniors

North Dakotans can choose their best coverage option with assistance from trained, volunteer counselors from now until December 5

October 17, 2017

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NORTH DAKOTA — Anyone 65 and over can review, plan or shop their Medicare Part D insurance with a little help. North Dakotans can choose their best coverage option with assistance from trained, volunteer counselors from now until December 5. People must bring a list of their medications, a Medicare card and their Medicare Plan D prescription drug plan card….

32nd Avenue Project Nearing Completion

The orange cones should all be removed from the I-29 bridge work zone by the end of the week, weather permitting

October 17, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — A major months-long traffic disruption in south Fargo is nearly over. Most driving lanes on 32nd Avenue South will be reopened by the end of the day Wednesday. The orange cones should all be removed from the I-29 bridge work zone by the end of the week, weather permitting. Final project work will start on Thursday and…

Fargo Fire Department Teaching Students About Fire Safety

Fargo Fire Department Teaches Students at Lincoln Elementary School About Fire Safety

October 17, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Firefighters talked to elementary students to remind them that when it comes to an emergency, you can never be too prepared. As part of the Fargo Fire Department’s “Learn Not to Burn” education program, Lincoln Elementary School had firefighters talk to grades K-2 about how to prepare for an emergency. The fire department emphasized the importance of…

Senator Hoeven Explains Vital Roles North Dakota’s Air Bases Play in National Security

He says leaders need to ensure funding for nuclear bomber and missile missions at Minot Air Force Base

October 17, 2017

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS, ND — North Dakota U.S. Senator John Hoeven is talking up the work done at our bases in Grand Forks and Minot. During the bipartisan Air Force Caucus, Hoeven outlined the vital role the bases play to Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson and Vice Chief of Staff General Stephen Wilson. He says leaders need to ensure funding for…

Lieutenant B.J. Maxson Announces Candidacy for Grand Forks County Sheriff

primary elections begin in June and the general election will be held in November 2018

October 17, 2017

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GRAND FORKS, ND — Grand Forks County Lieutenant B.J. Maxson is the fourth person to announce his candidacy for sheriff. Other candidates include UND police officer Danny Weigel, former deputy Mike Lee and Grand Forks County Sgt. Andy Schneider. Maxson has been in law enforcement for 23 years and says one of the main reasons he wants to run is because…

Newest Addition to Fargo Fitness Center Takes Inspiration from TV Show

Courts Plus in Fargo unveiled "Big Blue," a functional fitness training device with workouts inspired by "American Ninja Warrior"

October 17, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — A Fargo fitness center shows off a new addition. Courts Plus on University Drive South unveils Big Blue. It is a functional training space that includes climbing rope, a cliff hanger, salmon ladder and kickboxing equipment. Employees with Big Blue say the addition is scalable for all age groups and fitness levels. They also say the addition…

ND Insurance Commissioner Not Allowing Rate Increases Under Affordable Care Act

He said the issue is between insurance carriers and the federal government, and it's his duty to look out for consumers

October 17, 2017

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, ND — North Dakota’s Insurance Commissioner will deny any additional rate increases under Obamacare. Jon Godfread says President Trump’s plan to halt payments to insurers could potentially raise health insurance costs another 10 percent for up to 42,000 North Dakotans. He said the issue is between insurance carriers and the federal government, and it’s his duty to look…