FARGO, N.D. – At the metro press briefing, Sanford showed gratitude for those who have donated and continue to donate money and items like cloth masks, PPE masks, disinfectant wipes, and other supplies. They say they are still in need of these supplies so donations are always welcome. “100 percent of these funds go directly to our front line staff…
FARGO, N.D. – A group of North Dakota advocacy organizations are calling for stronger policies to be put in place to protect workers and families during the COVID-19 crisis. The group is asking for elected officials to enact policy that would provide safety equipment and safer work environments for front line workers and those returning back to work, a moratorium on…
FARGO, N.D.–The Red River Zoo plans to reopen to the public on Saturday, May 2 in conjunction with Gov. Burgum’s ND Smart Restart initiative. The Zoo’s hours will be 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Some of the Zoo’s buildings, such as the Carousel Pavilion, will not be open. Guests are encouraged to wear masks and practice social distancing. Categories:…
BRECKENRIDGE, Minn. — While many people are using this time of social distancing to relax, Piper, Ava and Finley Jaehning have been hard at work. The three sisters have found a way to do their part in helping others through the pandemic by breaking out the sewing kit and putting their skills to good use by making face masks. “My…
FARGO, N.D. – Every year, an award is presented to highlight a staff member who goes above and beyond for the students and their families. This year’s award went to Alison Beutler, who has been working with the school district since 2014. She is the kitchen manager at Longfellow Elementary School. “You have made such a big impact on the…
WEST FARGO, N.D. — The Holy Cross Knights of Columbus Council 9642 is giving back to their community with a no-contact food drive. The four-day drop-off drive is collecting nonperishable items of food to be donated to the Great Plains Food Bank and to Trinity Elementary School to help with their lunch program. Organizers say this is an especially important…
MOORHEAD, Minn.–The City of Moorhead has developed the Moorhead Counts Challenge to encourage community members to fill out their 2020 Census. Anyone who has completed the 2020 Census can register to win prizes during the month of May. All you need to register is your home address and confirmation that you completed the census. Drawings for prizes will be held…
STAPLES, MN (KFGO) – Former Bison quarterback Arden Beachy has been on both sides of the coronavirus pandemic. He’s a family medicine doctor in his hometown of Staples. He recently came down with the virus. Beachy says he initially thought seasonal allergies were to blame for his symptoms. “I noticed I really couldn’t taste some of my favorite meals or…
FARGO, N.D. — Essentia Health is asking for your help with face masks. They have collected about 2,000 masks in Fargo but more handmade cloth masks are needed. Donations can be dropped off on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the South University Clinic. Donors are asked to pull up into the valet parking loop, stay…
The concerns around food are mushrooming these days. Social distance during grocery shopping. Grocery store shortages and supply chain issues for various products. Eating healthy to fight off illness during the coronavirus pandemic. So it’s a good thing there’s one activity that’s still there to do us all, body and soul, some good: exploring the woods with your family. And…
