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Defective Boiler May be Cause of Carbon Monoxide Leak at Fargo Hotel

A 9-year-old girl became sick in the pool area of La Quinta Inn & Suites on Monday

  FARGO, ND — A defective boiler may have caused an apparent carbon monoxide leak at a Fargo hotel. A 9-year-old girl became sick in the pool area of La Quinta Inn & Suites on Monday. Police say at least 10 others also felt sick and sought treatment on their own. Fire officials say the level of carbon monoxide in…

Downtown Fargo Set to Open Parking Ramp

The parking ramp will remain open to cars as construction on the apartment complex and retail space continues around the ramp through next spring

FARGO, ND — The search for a parking space in downtown Fargo may be easier starting this Thursday. A 455 stall ramp is expected to open up at the corner of Roberts Street and 2nd Avenue North as part of the Roberts Commons Complex. The parking ramp will remain open to cars as construction on the apartment complex and retail…

Army Corps of Engineers Taking a Look at Progress on F-M Diversion

FARGO, ND — Leaders with the Army Corps of Engineers came to the metro to get their first look at the F-M Flood Diversion construction. The six and a half year project has already begun near Horace at the southern end of the project’s site. Army Corps leaders say they’re pleased with how it’s shaping up and will work to move…

Memorial Day: “It’s All About the People Who Did Not Come Home”

Many took the day to honor all veterans who had fallen

FARGO, ND — People across the nation and right here at home honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. “We’re honoring those who served and those who died,” said Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney. “It’s all about the people who did not come home,” said Larry Nicholson, a Vietnam War Veteran. “It’s hard to explain, but it’s a…

Fargo Diocese Responds After Placing Pastor on Administrative Leave

Feltman has served as pastor of St. Arnold's Catholic Church in Milnor and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Wyndmere

RICHLAND COUNTY, ND — An area pastor has been placed on administrative leave by the Diocese of Fargo for his interaction with children. A spokesman says there is, quote, “alleged conduct” involving Father Thomas Feltman’s interaction with youth. Feltman has served as pastor of St. Arnold’s Catholic Church in Milnor and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Wyndmere. “The Diocese…

One Person Sent to Hospital After Carbon Monoxide Leak at Local Hotel

Firefighters who responded determined that the hotel did not need to be evacuated

  FARGO, ND — An apparent carbon monoxide scare this morning at a Fargo hotel. Several people at La Quinta Inn and Suites reported being sick and at least one person was taken to the hospital. Firefighters who responded determined that the hotel did not need to be evacuated. Carbon monoxide is a potentially deadly gas. The source of the…

FM RedHawks Home Opener Kicks Off Week of Events

The RedHawks Will Be Hosting A Week Full of Fun Events

FARGO, ND — There are a lot of things to be excited about this week at Newman Outdoor Field. Some of the events that will happen include a Pray for Grey tumor awareness night, a Star Wars themed night, and a chance for the kids to run the bases after Sunday’s game. Fireworks will be a part of the game…

Memorial Day: CrossFit Fargo Breaks a Sweat to Honor Legacies of the Fallen

CrossFit Members Did the "Memorial Day Murph" Workout To Honor Fallen Hero, Lt. Michael P. Murphy

FARGO, ND — One local gym made sure their members broke a sweat to honor those lost in the line of duty. CrossFit Fargo hosted a workout to honor fallen hero, Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy, a Navy Seal killed in action on June 28th, 2005. The workout included a one mile run, 100 pullups, 200 pushups, 300 squats and then…

Memorial Day: Minnesota’s Ft. Snelling Ceremony One of the Largest in the State

Many of the graves have flags placed in front of them

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — People in the Twin Cities came together to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The Memorial Day services at Fort Snelling draws some of the largest crowds in the state. Many of the graves have flags placed in front of them. There are 40,000 flags in all. The services began with a parade through the grounds…

Memorial Day: Veterans Memorial Bridge Hosts Ceremony for the Fallen

Many of us in the metro drive across the bridge that connects the metro every day

FARGO, ND — Many of us in the metro drive across the Veterans Memorial Bridge every day. Veterans groups and local officials gathered to remind us the meaning of the landmark. The public was invited to honor and remember the fallen, on the bridge that connects our communities. The event was just one piece of a full day dedicated to…