MOORHEAD, Minn. -Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity presents its first Facebook Live groundbreaking for a Moorhead Family. Vannessa and her daughter had been waiting in the program for three years, eager to leave their current living situation. Sge says with an increasingly dangerous neighborhood, rent hikes and poor maintenance she no longer felt safe. Habitat for Humanity was excited to…
VALLEY CITY, N.D.- The organization has been driving to different locations across the state and distributing food to make sure families know where their next meal is coming from. “There are so many people that are in need that can’t get ahead unless they have the resources that they need immediately to fill their needs, so that’s what I’m aiming…
MOORHEAD, Minn.–The City of Moorhead is reopening certain parks and facilities, but says it will not be opening swimming and wading pools in 2020. The City says there is no practical way to limit the number of swimmers, maintain safe distances and provide a fun experience for swimmers under the recommended restrictions. The facilities that allow for groups of no…
FARGO, N.D.–Hatch Realty has raised over $15,000 for students and families in Fargo, Bismarck and Grand Forks. The money will be used to buy grocery gift cards for families who rely on school breakfasts and lunches. The real estate brokerage specifically reached out to Fargo Public Schools and learned of the need for kids and families to have access to…
WEST FARGO, N.D.–Fargo and West Fargo Public Schools have announced their guidelines for holding in-person graduation ceremonies. The events will be for graduates and a select number of staff only. Both Fargo and West Fargo have plans to livestream the ceremonies for families and community members to watch from home. Both schools will be taking precautions and following the CDC’s…
FARGO, N.D.–Fargo Police Chief David Todd has announced his plan to retire at the end of July 2020. Chief Todd has served the Fargo Police Department since 1987 and has been the Police chief since 2014. When Chief Todd was appointed Chief he worked to enact a strategic plan of restructuring, hiring additional officers, ensuring competitive wages, a new centralized…
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — It’s a new take on a one-man band. Fergus Falls High School band teacher Scott Kummrow performed “Pomp and Circumstance” for his graduating seniors. The Fergus Falls teacher played over 22 different parts in the song including conducting himself. The video has been going viral with over 13,000 views and continues to grow. Kummrow says he…
FARGO, N.D.–The Red River Zoo announces the birth of five Pallas’ Cat kittens, the fourth litter born at the Zoo. The kittens were born on April 17 to two of the Zoo’s cats, Eva and Yeshi. The Red River Zoo is home to four adult Pallas’ Cats, Subitai and Yeshi, both males, and Eva and Elvira, both females. This is…
WEST FARGO, N.D.–The West Fargo Park District is re-opening playgrounds on Friday, May 15. The Park District made the decision during the Park Board meeting on Wednesday. Park visitors are encouraged to bring their own sanitizer and wipes and practice social distancing. Park restrooms and water fountains will not be accessible. Executive Director Barb Erbstoesser says, “We are excited for…
MINNESOTA – Two F-16 fighter jets were part of a statewide effort to recognize essential workers that have been doing their part to keep the state going during the stay at home order. The jets flew over local medical facilities in each community including Sanford Moorhead Clinic. Some of the other communities they targeted were Alexandria, Bemidji, Thief River Falls,…
