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What to expect when Marcus Theatres reopen

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

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…

Arlette Preston Returns As Fargo City Commissioner

John Strand has also been re-elected to the Fargo City Commission.

FARGO, N.D.- Arlette Preston is no stranger to the Fargo City Commission. She served two terms in the 1990s when things looked a little bit different. “One of the things that I worked on back then was getting a downtown plan, the first downtown plan together, and that along with the renaissance zone has really made a difference so, that…

Grand Forks Fire Department Gives Advice On Safe Battery Storage

Read the safety labels on the products you buy.

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Grand Forks Fire Department is reminding people about how to safely store batteries and chargers. They say it’s important to keep your charging station in one location in your garage or shed and away from combustibles. Read the safety labels on the products you buy. Not properly charging or damaged batteries can overheat and cause problems….

AAA Pledges $1 Million To Fight Racial Injustice

The company wants to create and develop programs that will improve social justice and equality in communities.

FARGO, N.D.- The program is still in the early phases. AAA leaders say they are committed to developing a new division in the organization that will focus on promoting social equity. They will also be supporting initiatives that address socioeconomic disparities and advocate for equal justice for people of color. “We’ve always valued diversity, as a matter of fact we have…

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.

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…

Walz calls special session that begins Friday

SAINT PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz calls a special session beginning Friday with priorities to pass police reform following George Floyd’s death. He also wants to build a stronger economy while fighting Covid-19. Walz has extended the coronavirus peacetime emergency by 30 days. He says it will ensure the state can continue to effectively respond to the pandemic….

Fargo Police respond to suicidal individual with gun

FARGO, N.D.–The Fargo Police Department responded to a mental health call at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The caller reported an individual with a gun was suicidal in the 500 block of 23 Avenue S. When officers arrived they set up a perimeter. The individual in question came out unarmed and followed the officers’ orders. The individual was transported to…

Moorhead Police request public’s help with homicide investigation

Callers have the option to remain anonymous.

MOORHEAD, Minn.–The Moorhead Police Department is asking the public to assist them with the Richard Stephen homicide investigation. Richard Stephen and his girlfriend were assaulted at 1615 20th Street South on June 3. The assault was not reported until early Thursday morning when Stephen became unresponsive and later died at a local hospital. Stephen’s girlfriend, Jessica Meier, told police three…

Churches United to host meeting to discuss Silver Lining Apartments June 18

The meeting will begin at 7 p.m.

MOORHEAD, Minn.–Churches United is partnering with the City of Moorhead to host an informational meeting about the upcoming Silver Linings Apartments project. Silver Linings Apartments will serve seniors 55 and older and include various support housing amenities including a 24-hour front desk support, community rooms, onsite case management, health outreach office, food pantry, library, computer rooms and walking paths. During…