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Cause of Minot Recycling Plant Fire Still Unknown

It produced heavy smoke that could be seen for miles

May 31, 2017

TJ Nelson,

MINOT, ND — Authorities say they will never know what started a large fire at a Minot recycling business, though they have some theories. The blaze at Earth Recycling broke out around noon on May 18. It produced heavy smoke that could be seen for miles. Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal Ken Sisk says he couldn’t pinpoint the exact…

Former Wells County Sheriff Released from Custody

He abruptly resigned from office last month

May 31, 2017

TJ Nelson,

WELLS COUNTY, ND — The former Wells County Sheriff has been released from jail after being arrested on drug charges. Johnny Lawson, 41, was arrested Friday and released from jail on Tuesday on a promise to appear in court. Lawson is charged with conspiracy to deliver meth, bribery, providing false information to a law enforcement officer, neglect of duty by…

More Charges Possible in Alleged Genital Mutilation of Minnesota Girls

The disclosure was made during a hearing about the sharing of evidence

May 31, 2017

TJ Nelson,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — More charges could be coming in an investigation of alleged genital mutilation on Minnesota girls by members of a Muslim sect. An assistant U.S. attorney told a judge that she’s meeting with a grand jury next week. She didn’t elaborate. The disclosure was made during a hearing about the sharing of evidence. Three people, including two…

Governor Dayton Reverses Decision on Minnesota’s Tax Bill

Some Republicans say Dayton exceeded his constitutional authority

May 31, 2017

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Governor Dayton has reversed course on his decision not to sign the Tax Bill and allow it to become law without his signature. He issued a statement around 11 o’clock last night saying he “did” sign the bill to fulfill the requirements to protect the funding for the Department of Revenue. There is still…

Police Investigating Body Found in Dilworth Walmart Parking Lot

Sharpe says there were no signs of foul play

May 31, 2017

TJ Nelson,

DILWORTH, Minn. — The body of a man was found inside a vehicle in the parking lot of Walmart in Dilworth. Police Chief Ty Sharpe says the store called a towing company to remove the vehicle which had been in the parking lot for several days. As the operator attempted to move the vehicle, he discovered the body covered…

Dayton Eliminates Funding for House and Senate, Said Republicans Launched “Sneak Attack”

Governor Dayton has signed nine so-called "Budget Bills" to avoid a government shutdown

May 30, 2017

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Governor Dayton has signed nine so-called “Budget Bills” to avoid a government shutdown. But he said he considers some of the Republicans actions a “sneak attack.” He is allowing the Tax Bill to become law without his signature. He used the line-item veto to strip funding for the House and Senate for four years saying the job…

Bismarck Police Searching for Suspect in Target Recording Case

An arrest warrant has been issued and a complaint has been signed for Izac Krous

May 30, 2017

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, ND — Bismarck police are looking for a 22-year-old man they suspect placed a cell phone in a women’s fitting room at Target in Bismarck. An arrest warrant has been issued and a complaint has been signed for Izac Krous. The woman told police she was trying on clothes May 3rd when she found a phone had been placed…

Secretary of Transportation to Visit for Drone Conference, Doosan Bobcat

Also on tap to speak at the private event are Gov. Burgum and Senator Hoeven

May 30, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — President Trump’s secretary of transportation is coming to the metro tomorrow. Elaine Chao will attend the Drone Focus Conference and attend a grand opening event to celebrate the completion of the expansion of the headquarters of Doosan Bobcat North America. Also on tap to speak at the private event are Gov. Burgum and Senator Hoeven. The…

Update: BioLife Centers in F-M Area To Re-open

The West Fargo and Moorhead BioLife Centers will be open Thursday, June 1 at 2pm. The Fargo BioLife is scheduled to open on June 5th.

May 30, 2017

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The West Fargo and Moorhead BioLife Centers will be open Thursday, June 1 at 2pm. The Fargo BioLife is scheduled to open on June 5th. —– NATIONAL — BioLife Centers in Moorhead, Fargo, West Fargo and Grand Forks are closed after the company announces there is a lack of availability of anticoagulant, which is necessary for the plasma collection process….

Defective Boiler May be Cause of Carbon Monoxide Leak at Fargo Hotel

A 9-year-old girl became sick in the pool area of La Quinta Inn & Suites on Monday

May 30, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — A defective boiler may have caused an apparent carbon monoxide leak at a Fargo hotel. A 9-year-old girl became sick in the pool area of La Quinta Inn & Suites on Monday. Police say at least 10 others also felt sick and sought treatment on their own. Fire officials say the level of carbon monoxide in…