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Fargo Jet Center Ranks in Top Five Best Aviation Services in the World

The Fargo Jet Center is one of the 913 Fixed Base Operators ranked in this survey

May 17, 2017

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FARGO, ND — A Fargo aviation center is being internationally recognized. The Fargo Jet Center was ranked the third best aviation service in the world by a yearly survey by the Aviation International News trade publication. They were evaluated for their customer service, facilities and the amenities for passengers and pilots. The jet center’s president, Jim Sweeny, says the collaborative…

Clay County Deputy Files Discrimination Lawsuit

Deputy Ryan Carey was fired in 2013 for alleged misconduct

May 17, 2017

Alison Voorhees,

CLAY COUNTY, Minn. — A Clay County deputy has filed a discrimination lawsuit, claiming he’s been unfairly kept out of the running for a patrol assignment. Deputy Ryan Carey was fired in 2013 for alleged misconduct. After an arbitration hearing, Carey was given his job back. Clay County officials claim the issue damaged his credibility to testify in a…

Diesel Fuel Spill in Devils Lake Contained

The lake is not a source of drinking water to any nearby communities

May 17, 2017

Alison Voorhees,

DEVILS LAKE, ND — The North Dakota Health Department is monitoring the cleanup after diesel fuel spilled into Devils Lake. The spill happened at the Army National Guard’s Camp Grafton facility when a diesel fuel dispenser malfunctioned. About 1,300 gallons of fuel was contained, but about 500 gallons made its way through the storm sewer system into the lake….

Tribes Prepare Declaration to Stop Construction on Keystone XL Pipeline

The tribes' declaration points out environmental concerns for the proposed $8 billion pipeline

May 17, 2017

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CALGARY, Alberta — American Indian tribes in both the United States and Canada are signing a declaration against construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. The Blackfoot Confederacy, the Great Sioux Nation and Ponca tribes are planning a ceremony in Calgary, Alberta, where the pipeline developer, TransCanada is located. The tribes’ declaration points out environmental concerns for the proposed $8…

Two Juveniles Among 20 Arrests in Bismarck Prostitution Sting

The suspects range in age from 17-years-old to 56-years-old

May 17, 2017

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BISMARCK, ND — Bismarck Police have arrested at least 18 adults and two juveniles in a prostitution sting at a local motel. The suspects range in age from 17-years-old to 56-years-old. All of the suspects are facing possible misdemeanor charges that have a maximum sentence of 30 days in jail. Police say they posted an advertisement for prostitution on…

American Crystal Sugar Employees Preparing to Vote on New Contract

The contract includes three percent annual increases and nearly three percent hike in the last year of the contract

May 17, 2017

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RED RIVER VALLEY — American Crystal Sugar employees are preparing to vote on a new five year labor contract that will cover 1,300 employees in Moorhead, East Grand Forks, Crookston and other areas. Company officials met with the union at least eight times and are offering base pay increases and a one-time incentive offer pertaining to a signing bonus…

Downtown Fargo Brightens Up the Streets for Spring

Fargo Park District Hangs Flower Baskets Down Broadway Street

May 16, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Although the weather may be dreary outside, the Fargo Park District did their best to brighten up the Downtown Fargo area. The Park District hung 175 colorful flower baskets from lampposts all down Broadway. Greg Haberman of the Fargo Park District said that although it was wet out, the flowers were hung today because they came in…

Grand Forks Police Investigate Burglary at Infinite Vapor

They say a witness heard glass breaking and saw four people running away from the business

May 16, 2017

Site Staff,

GRAND FORKS, ND — Grand Forks Police have arrested four people in connection with a burglary at a vapor store. Nicholas Endersbe, 18, and Jacob Garceau, 18, both of Grand Forks, and two juveniles are in custody. Police say they responded to Infinite Vapor, located at 2655 24th Avenue South. They say a witness heard glass breaking and saw four people…

Dwight Yoakam, Mary Chapin Carpenter Coming to Fargo Theatre

Dwight Yoakam, Mary Chapin Carpenter to perform at the Fargo Theatre

May 16, 2017

Alison Voorhees,

FARGO, ND — Two country star legends are coming to the Fargo Theatre. Dwight Yoakam will be performing on Sunday, June 18 and Mary Chapin Carpenter will be performing on Wednesday October 11th. Yoakam has sold more than 25 million albums worldwide, and he is a 21-time nominated, multiple Grammy Award winner. Carpenter is a five-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter…

Minneapolis Spending Nearly $20,000 to Add Gender Neutral Restrooms in Government Buildings

The buildings affected also include police and fire stations

May 16, 2017

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The city of Minneapolis is spending nearly $20,000 to add gender neutral restrooms to its government buildings. Officials say at least 62 bathrooms in 44 government buildings will be built, including adding locks and signage. The buildings affected also include police and fire stations. Officials say anyone is allowed to use the bathroom and gender specific restrooms…