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Fargo Marathon Cancelled

July 27, 2020

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND — The 2020 Fargo Marathon has been cancelled. Race Director Mark Knutson said the decision to move from a postponed race in late August to cancelling for the year was a difficult decision. Knutson said rising cases of coronavirus are to blame in the region and parts of the country. Knutson, who sold the marathon to “Rugged Races,”…

Cass County Electric Cooperative grants $2,500 to Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch

July 27, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–Cass County Electric Cooperative has awarded Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch a $2,500 grant. The grant will help with remodeling the Dakota Memorial School by adding classrooms and other learning spaces. The Dakota Memorial School provides in-class trauma-sensitive education for at-risk kids. Children in the psychiatric residential treatment facilities as well as students from local public schools attend the…

LIVE: 30 Looks Good on You: The Anniversary of the ADA

A milestone weekend under our belts leaves the Americans with Disabilities Act with much more to look forward to.

July 27, 2020

Emily Welker,

Hard to believe, but only thirty years ago this Sunday, America’s biggest minority group had very little in the way of protection when it came to being discriminated against. We’re talking about people with disabilities. Not the minority you expected to hear about, right? Even today, people with disabilities are often seen as a sort of invisible minority. But a…

Moorhead Businesses Making Changes For Mask Mandate

A manager at Junkyard Brewing says she hasn't seen any trouble on the first couples days with the new policy.

July 26, 2020

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MOORHEAD, MINN. — Businesses across Minnesota are adjusting after Saturday’s start of mandatory masks for all customers. At Junkyard Brewing Company in Moorhead, a sign is at the front door asking people to either walk in with a mask on or call in for curbside pick up. A manager at the brewery says she hasn’t seen any trouble on the…

Black Lives Matter Fargo-Moorhead leads downtown Fargo protest

Members of the local Black Lives Matter chapter say some city leaders are reluctant to act on systemic change

July 26, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — A rally seeking justice and accountability from those in power began with a prayer at Fargo City Hall. “Lord, we say lord, we ask you for justice in the land,” said Pastor Gloria Shields with Latter Rain Ministries. “We ask you for justice in Fargo-Moorhead and the surrounding regions, and yes, in this country.” Led by Black…

Motorcoach Industry Asking For Help From Washington, D.C. Due To Pandemic

In Congress, the CERTS Act is being debated that would give out 10 billion dollars in relief money towards busing companies.

July 26, 2020

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MOORHEAD, MINN. –“It’s tough to have to sit here and not do anything you know; it’s just not having any income coming in,” Triangle Coach Service Owner Dave Helms said. Minnesota motorcoach companies are demanding action from Washington as business continues to be at a standstill since March. In Congress, the CERTS Act is being debated that would give out…

“Joyfest” aims to spread joy, provide mental health resources

July 25, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — The community came together in Island Park for Joyfest on Saturday. Organized by Faith Dixon of Faith-4-Hope Scholarship Fund and Frederick Edwards, the event focused on mental health. It provided resources to connect community members with therapists and opportunities to better their mental health during difficult times. Live music, poetry, arts and crafts, and dancing were all…

FMWF Chamber Of Commerce To Distribute Masks From Minnesota Government

The masks will only be given to Clay County businesses

July 24, 2020

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MOORHEAD, MINN. — The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber Of Commerce will distributing masks at a day to be determined. The organization will be putting together a form for businesses to request masks. The masks will only be given to Clay County businesses. It’s first come, first serve and they must pick them up at the office. There is going…

New Fargo City Budget For 2021 Includes New Staff, Vehicles and Taxes

The proposal would increase the general expense fund by 4 million dollars.

July 24, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — The city of Fargo has released its newest budget proposal for 2021. The budget includes increasing staff, including the public works department and adding a community outreach coordinator. It also asks the city for a new fire truck, to replace old police vehicles and purchase new construction equipment to combat potholes and snow removal. The proposal would…

Cooling Off During Hot Weather While Staying Safe From COVID-19

Medical experts are reminding people you need to be extra careful when you go outside

July 24, 2020

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Public pools are a hot spot for people to come cool off. COVID-19 is causing new changes to pools across the metro. “We have no chairs, no horizontal surfaces on the facility, everything is secured and put away. Our capacity is normally 277 patrons. We are down to 207. We would love to open it up…