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Doosan Bobcat employees say they will be back at work Sunday night

Union President Wilkinson Says Union Leadership Will Be Doing Everything In Its Power To Keep Employees Protected

April 18, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — In a memo received from a worker at Bobcat, the letter says roughly 500 workers will be going back to work starting Sunday night. Union President Will Wilkinson says the company is providing workers protective gear like masks and gloves, but he has concerns if that will be enough to protect workers. “The Smithfield plant is what…

KFGO Selling New Quarantine Themed Clothing

Station Director Joel Hietkamp Says The Idea Came From Interest From Listeners.

April 17, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — A Fargo radio station is looking to bring smiles and solidarity in the community with some fun new clothes. KFGO is selling community COVID-19 hoodies, t-shirts and sweatshirts. Station director Joel Hietkamp says the idea came from interest from listeners. He says during these hard times its important for people to stick together. He also says with…

Car Dealerships In The F-M Area Deal With New Normal Amid COVID-19

He says that he has seen an increase in sales of less expensive cars.

April 16, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.- Good News Auto Sales in Fargo was used to selling four cars or more a week. Now they are selling next to none. The business mostly wholesales cars to other car dealerships, but it also sells lower priced cars to consumers. They say due to COVID-19, everything has been at a standstill. “The Minnesota ones, they’re shut down,…

Employees test positive for the coronavirus at LM Wind Power in Grand Forks

April 15, 2020

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. – LM Wind Power in Grand Forks has shut down after several employees test positive for the coronavirus. The Department of Health has not confirmed how many workers at the plant that makes wind turbine blades have contracted the virus. However, Grand Forks County confirmed eight new cases. LM Wind Power is closed to disinfect and clean…

U.S. Chamber Answers Questions on Phase III of the CARES Act

One of the main goals of the CARES Act is to ensure workers are employed amid the pandemic.

April 14, 2020

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UNITED STATES – Phase three allocated $350 billion to help small businesses continue to pay their staff while being shut down. $240 billion has already been loaned out. With so many businesses applying for federal help many people are wondering if they can apply at banks elsewhere. “I know some banks have a long queue and you’re getting further behind….

The Shack On Broadway Gives Out Hundreds Of Meals For Easter

The Meals Include Ham, Corn And Scalloped Potatoes.

April 12, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — The Shack On Broadway gets into the spirit of giving out hundreds of meals. The popular Fargo breakfast joint handed out 250 Easter brunch meals to hungry people. The staff made customers stay inside their vehicle for practicing social distancing. The meals include ham, corn and scalloped potatoes. A friend of the manager says they ran out…

Downtown Fargo Bar Switches It’s Easter Sunday Brunch To Curbside Pick Up

They Sold Out Of The Meals In Advance.

April 12, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — A downtown Fargo restaurant is serving Sunday brunch for people to take home. The Boiler Room switched from it’s annual sit down brunch to a curbside meal. Staff bagged up meals that also included free Mimosa’s to-go for people who pre-ordered online. They sold out of the meals in advance. Staff say that it’s great to see…

Fargo Perkins Now Offers Grocery Items For Customers

The Chain Is Selling Bulk Meats, Produce And Items Like Toilet Paper.

April 12, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — Perkins in Fargo may be able to help you with knocking out some items on your grocery list. The breakfast diner is offering meals to go but the restaurant is also selling bulk grocery items for pickup and delivery. The chain is selling bulk meats, produce and items like toilet paper. The district manager for the store…

UND Interm President Hosts Podcast To Talk About COVID-19

"The Actions Of Everyone In Our Community Have Proven That We Are One UND," Wynne said

April 11, 2020

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GRAND FORKS,N.D. — A podcast hosted by UND focuses on how North Dakota is handling COVID-19. Economics and Finance Department Chair David Flynn says the situation in North Dakota is similar to what we’re seeing across the nation. However, he says while we’ve seen impacts on business in the state, some efforts by employers such as reducing hours versus laying…

Fargo Theatre Gets Over $2,000 In Grant Money

Contributors include the Criterion Collection and Oscar-nominated directors Christopher Nolan, and Wes Anderson.

April 10, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Theatre is getting a big helping hand from big name celebrities. The theatre received a $2,500 grant as part of a national fund to support art house cinemas that have closed due to the Coronavirus. Contributors include the Criterion Collection and Oscar-nominated directors Christopher Nolan, and Wes Anderson. Staff say the funds are greatly appreciated…