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Senator Hoeven Meets with Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Nominee

President Trump nominated James to the Civil Works post earlier this year

November 7, 2017

TJ Nelson,

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator John Hoeven is pushing for flood protection from the nominee for Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works. Hoeven met with R.D. James to introduce him to flood protection efforts in the Red River Valley and in Minot. President Trump nominated James to the Civil Works post earlier this year. If confirmed, James will play…

Tristate Manufacturer’s Association Teaches Networking is the Way to Success

more than 30 companies were at the meeting

November 7, 2017

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FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — The Tristate Manufacturer’s Association says networking is the key to building a successful business. That’s why some of the organization’s leaders say they wanted to help others develop their manufacturing companies at a networking meeting in Fergus Falls. More than 30 companies attended to also hear speakers talk about how they can apply servant leadership to their…

Country Music’s Hottest Couple Returning to North Dakota in 2018

The couple also added stops next year in Sioux Falls and Minneapolis

November 7, 2017

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS, ND — The hottest couple in country music is returning to the valley next summer. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill are bringing their extended Soul2Soul World Tour back to North Dakota. They’ll perform at the Ralph Engelstad Arena on Tuesday July 10. Presale tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m. with general sales starting next Friday…

Moorhead School District Votes for School Board Candidates

The person elected will serve just one year on the board

November 7, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — If you live in Moorhead, it’s time to cast your ballot and vote. The Moorhead School District is holding a special election for an open seat on the school board. Thirteen candidates are vying for the position. The person elected will serve just one year on the board. The seat was vacated by Laurie Johnson in late…

City of Fargo Extends Contract with Longtime City Attorney

The contract is worth between $4 and $5 million

November 7, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — Fargo is extending its contract with longtime City Attorney Erik Johnson and his firm for millions of dollars. Fargo City Commissioner Tony Gehrig cast the only “no” vote on the five-year contract extension. He said the city should have an open process to hear from other law firms interested in the position. Commissioner John Strand says…

Highway 10 Near Detroit Lakes Reopens All Lanes

Crews installed new traffic signals at the intersection of Highways 10 and 59 on Monday

November 7, 2017

TJ Nelson,

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — We have some great news if you’re driving to, through or around Detroit Lakes. After an all summer-long road construction project, all four lanes are once again open on Highway 10 in Detroit Lakes. Crews installed new traffic signals at the intersection of Highways 10 and 59 on Monday. The temporary crossover on Highway 10…

West Fargo Celebrates the Opening of New Sports Arena

The doors are open and the ice is ready for some shredding

November 6, 2017

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WEST FARGO, ND — More than a year ago, construction began on the new West Fargo Sports Arena. Now, teams are finally getting their skates on the ice. The doors are open and the ice is ready for some shredding. “As a whole, I think it’s a beautiful place and it’s going to be a nice place to watch hockey,”…

Grand Forks Community to Vote on Sales Tax Increase

Tuesday, People in Grand Forks Will Vote For or Against an Increase in Sales Tax

November 6, 2017

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GRAND FORKS, ND — People of Grand Forks will be voting for or against a slight increase in sales tax on Tuesday. The city has purposed a half cent increase in sales tax to supply money for water and roads. “It’ll generate $5 million dollars a year starting in 2018,” said Chamber President Barry Wilfhart. “Roughly 40 percent of that…

Popular HBO Show Host Takes on Fargo’s City Commission

A city of about 120,000 was thrust into the national spotlight on HBO

November 6, 2017

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FARGO, ND — A popular HBO show host decided to poke fun at Fargo last night. In an episode about economic development, John Oliver used Fargo as an example, but he wasn’t exactly flattering. A city of about 120,000 was thrust into the national spotlight on HBO. “Take a look at Fargo, North Dakota,” Oliver said in the segment. As…

New Lightsaber Combat Classes Offered in Grand Forks

LudoSport Grand Forks Lightsaber Combat Academy Opens in the Grand Cities Mall

November 6, 2017

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GRAND FORKS, ND — If you’re a Star Wars fan and have always dreamed about going off to Jedi School we have just the place for you! LudoSport Grand Forks Lightsaber Combat Academy opens Tuesday in the Grand Cities Mall. The academy will teach basic lightsaber moves along with sparring techniques to all ages. This is the 5th LudoSport to…