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Best Buy Geek Squad Cutting Jobs

The Geek Squad is responsible for in-home product installations and repairs for appliances and electronics

July 31, 2017

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NATIONAL — Nearly 400 Best Buy Geeks will be losing their jobs in the squad. The company announced it is laying off 399 Geek Squad employees from across the country. The Geek Squad is responsible for in-home product installations and repairs for appliances and electronics. Best Buy officials say the layoffs will begin in September. If those affected choose…

Health Insurance for Some Minnesotans on the Rise

July 31, 2017

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesotans who buy health insurance on their own may see slight premium hikes or even some price drops next year. State regulators announced preliminary rates for next year that range from a 15 percent decrease to an 11 percent bump compared to premiums in 2017. Those rates vary widely by insurer and may change by…

Weathering The Perfect Storm: What’s To Come In The Ag Industry Economy

Is this the new normal? And if you're not in agriculture, why should you care?

July 31, 2017

Emily Welker,

Looking for predictions on how the region’s economy is going to fare in the not–too–faraway future? You might want to talk to an agricultural economics specialist. North Dakota’s growers and ranchers are weathering a perfect storm of rough conditions for turning a profit. The western half of the state is suffering under a serious drought that’s slowly creeping eastward. And…

Laws Going Into Effect on August 1st in North Dakota and Minnesota

In both North Dakota and Minnesota, numerous bills were passed throughout the 2017 legislative session and it's important for you to know what to look out for

July 30, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — August 1st is just around the corner and that means new laws are being enforced. In both North Dakota and Minnesota, numerous bills were passed throughout the 2017 legislative session and it’s important for you to know what to look out for. Both North Dakota and Minnesota will implement new laws on Tuesday. North Dakota passed the…

Dilworth Family Sets Up Lemonade Stand to Help Kids Buy School Supplies

After a Dilworth family became inspired by a philanthropic lemonade stand, they decided to set up their own

July 29, 2017

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DILWORTH, Minn. — After a Dilworth family became inspired by a philanthropic lemonade stand, they decided to set up their own. Giggles and Wiggles held their fifth annual lemonade stand this morning. Kevin and Brooke Spaulding decided to continue the tradition at the Loco Daze Parade with their three kids. Family and friends decked out in United Way shirts, set…

Facebook Posts on Alleged Stalking at Sioux Falls Mall Go Viral

The posts describe encounters with what appears to be the same man hanging out in and around the Empire Mall. From our sister station, KDLT Reporter Jill Johnson has more from Sioux Falls

July 28, 2017

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SIOUX FALLS, SD — We’ve dealt with this the metro area and now several people are sharing a warning in the Sioux Falls area on Facebook. The posts describe encounters with what appears to be the same man hanging out in and around the Empire Mall. “I had a really, really bad feeling about it,” said Taelyn Phillips. Phillips said…

Michigan Man Stops in Fargo to Break His Own World Record

Julian Ruck will be playing the ukulele for 30 hours straight to break a second world record doing so

July 28, 2017

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FARGO, ND — One Michigan man is breaking world records one ukulele chord at a time. Julian Ruck headed to the Red Raven Tavern to break one of his world records for a second time, which is having the longest ukulele performance in the world. His performance will last for 30 hours, with five minute intervals each hour. Prior to…

Golden Drive Homeless Kids to Hold Annual Community Event Sunday

Organizer Sue Baron said the biggest benefit is raising awareness about homelessness in our backyards

July 28, 2017

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WEST FARGO, ND — People are coming together to shine a light on what they call an overlooked problem in our community, child homelessness. Golden Drive Homeless Kids is hosting its 5TH annual community event and bike run in the parking lot of Sandy’s Donuts in West Fargo. The group will be collecting donations and supplies for homeless children and…

Fargo Blues Festival is Back in Town

The weekend is filled with performances by 12 blues bands from different parts of the country

July 28, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The Fargo Blues Festival is back for its two day extravaganza at Newman Outdoor Field. The weekend is filled with performances by 12 blues bands from different parts of the country. BBQ ribs, cheese curds, clothing, and hair beading are just a few of the vendors that will be there all weekend. The organizers say more than…

Mall of America Shuts Down Similar Ride that Malfunctioned at Ohio State Fair

Although both rides swing back and forth like a pendulum, they are made by different manufacturers

July 28, 2017

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BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — A ride in the Mall of America was shut down after a similar ride at the Ohio State Fair malfunctioned, leaving one person dead and seven others hurt. A statement from the mall says Shredder’s Mutant Masher will stay closed until being fully inspected by its manufacturer, Chance Rides Inc. The ride is similar to the…