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Governor Walz extends peacetime emergency

The extended declaration will last until July 13.

June 12, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz has extended the COVID-19 peacetime emergency. The peacetime emergency declaration allows the state to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic strategically. According to Gov. Walz, the declaration will protect Minnesotans against evictions and wage garnishments, provide expedited PPE shipments and will protect workers from unsafe conditions. “Minnesotans’ health and safety is our top priority, and the…

North Dakota reports 36 new COVID-19 cases Friday

June 12, 2020

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CASS COUNTY, N.D.–The North Dakota Department of Health reports 36 new COVID-19 cases and no new deaths on Friday. Eight counties report new cases including Burleigh, Cass, Grand Forks, LaMoure, McLean, Morton, Richland and Sioux Counties. North Dakota’s COVID-19 numbers: 3,016 positive cases, 35 current hospitalizations, 2,573 people recovered and 74 deaths. Cass County accounts for 2,006 of the total…

Panda Express Donates over 16,000 KN95 Masks To Sanford Health

The company is among many across the country that has decided to step-up and do their part to give back to the community.

June 12, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.- Healthcare workers across the country continue to work around the clock to care for COVID-19 patients. The co-founders of Panda Express wanted to provide them with essential medical supplies, so they decided to start a COVID-19 relief to help supply healthcare workers with personal protective equipment. “Thanks to the donations that we have been receiving from guests as…

Red River Valley Fairgrounds Hosts Fair Food Thursdays

June 11, 2020

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WEST FARGO, N.D. – The pandemic may have cancelled the fair, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get fair food. Every Thursday during the summer, from 11 AM to 7 PM, people can get their favorite fair foods at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. Each week, different vendors will be at the grounds to give you a taste of all…

Mass COVID-19 testing continues Friday at Fargodome

The pop-up testing site is open to the general public Thursday and Friday

June 11, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — The first of a two-day COVID-19 mass testing event has wrapped up at the Fargodome. The testing site was a collaboration between Fargo Cass Public Health, North Dakota Public Health and the North Dakota National Guard. It began Thursday morning at 10:00. According to Fargo Cass Public Health, an unlimited number of oral swab testing kits were…

North Dakota reports 39 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death Thursday

June 11, 2020

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CASS COUNTY, N.D.–The North Dakota Department of Health reports 39 new COVID-19 cases and one new death on Thursday. Ten counties report new cases including Burleigh, Cass, Dickey, McKenzie, Morton, Ransom, Richland, Traill, Ward and Williams Counties. A woman in her 70s from Cass County died. She had underlying health conditions. North Dakota’s COVID-19 numbers: 2,980 positive cases, 32 current…

What to expect when Marcus Theatres reopen

Reopening dates for West Acres Cinema and Century Cinema have not been announced yet.

June 11, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–Marcus Theatres has released its reopening guidelines for theatres across the Midwest including West Acres and Century Cinemas in Fargo. Anyone feeling ill is asked to remain home. Refunds may be provided if necessary. Social distancing is required and face masks are encouraged. Theatres will be equipped with plexiglass in certain areas as well as hand sanitizer throughout the…

Moorhead bars and restaurants reopen for indoor seating

As a part of phase three of Governor Tim Walz's reopening plan, bars and restaurants are able to open indoors at 50% capacity.

June 10, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Wednesday was a reunion of sorts for staff and customers at Vic’s Bar & Grill in Moorhead. “We have been telling everybody welcome back all day,” said manager, Cassie Verdi. After three long months, the business, like every other bar and restaurant in Minnesota, was able to open for indoor seating. “It is just different to be…

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Burgum to hold COVID-19 press briefing

June 10, 2020

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BISMARCK, N.D.–Gov. Doug Burgum is holding a press briefing to provide an update on the COVID-19 pandemic. Burgum will be joined by North Dakota Department of Health Field Medical Officer Dr. Joan Connell. The North Dakota Department of Health reports a total of 2,941 positive cases, 33 current hospitalizations, 2, 482 people recovered and 73 deaths. Categories: Coronavirus, Coronavirus-ND, Health,…

LIVE: Fargo Police LGBTQ Liaison

It's Pride Month nationwide. Here's what the region's biggest law enforcement agencies wants you to know.

June 10, 2020

Emily Welker,

The Fargo Police Department is reminding the community this morning this Pride Month there’s a liaison officer available for the local LGTBQ community. Pride Month is celebrated in June nationwide. Pride Week is celebrated locally in August, as well. The Pride Collective of Fargo-Moorhead announced back in May the cancellation of all in-person summer pride events due to the threat…