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NDSU Professor Receives Grant Money From NCAA For Research

The Five Research Teams That Received Grants Will Present Their Findings In January 2021 At The NCAA National Convention In Washington, D.C.

March 5, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — A NDSU Professor is getting a large sum of cash from the NCAA for her research. Professor of Human Development and Family Science Christi McGeorge received 20 thousand dollars for her work to reduce prejudice against L-G-B-T-Q people in sports. The project is called “Standing Up, Speaking Out: Reducing L-G-B-T-Q Prejudice in Sports.” It will provide training…

LIVE: Meet Jewls (Again)

A jewel who needs a new setting to really shine.

March 5, 2020

Emily Welker,

Jewls is a dog who truly lights up when she meets you. The outgoing, affectionate, high-energy young dog came to Diamond in the Ruff a few months ago, and she’s showered love on pretty much everyone she meets. She loves to cuddle as much as she loves to play, and distributes kisses with enthusiasm to anyone interested. At about a…

ND Attorney General Reviewing Clergy Sexual Abuse Cases In Bismarck & Fargo

There are four investigators that are going through the files.

March 4, 2020

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NORTH DAKOTA – In January, the Catholic Dioceses of Fargo and Bismarck published a list of priests and clergy they determined by their standards have abused children. The law firm says the information was missing the assignment list. “We sent them a letter telling them to do that, that they should do that, cause it’s really easy for them. It’s…

F-M Mayors And Health Professionals Give Update About Coronavirus

Health experts say one of the most important things you can do is wash your hands for at least 20 seconds.

March 4, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — All three mayors from the F-M area, local and state health professionals and concerned community members packed into the Fargo Cass Public Health Center to talk about preventative measures against the spread of the coronavirus. “It’s important to put things into perspective and to remain calm we want everyone to know that unified teams are preparing not…

LIVE: Hockey for HOPE, Inc.

It's the coolest game in town.

March 4, 2020

Emily Welker,

It’s some of the most fun you can have in Fargo without standing up. And this weekend, you and your colleagues can do it together. Adaptive athletics nonprofit HOPE, Inc. is inviting you to hit the ice with them to raise awareness and funds for their work. You can join fifty-five or so metro-wide teams participating in their fundraiser, 2020…

Polk County Sheriff’s K9 Program Receives $5,000 Donation

The Otter Tail Power Company donated the money.

March 3, 2020

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POLK COUNTY, Minn.–The Polk County Sheriff’s Office was awarded $5,000 for their K9 program. The Otter Tail Power Company donated the money which will help improve the health and safety of the K9’s. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says the award will be used for a K9 vehicle insert, door release and a weather safety system. The weather safety system…

Battling The Stigma Behind Colorectal Cancer

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. The disease is commonly thought to be one that only affects older people.

March 2, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – Sara DCamp was only 33 when she received her diagnosis. “I had many of the red flags, there was rectal bleeding, there was bloating, there was stool blockage, pretty much all of the classic or known symptoms for colorectal cancer,” said Sara DCamp. She was diagnosed with Stage 3 Rectal Cancer in 2016. “I think anyone can…

Minnesota State University system bans international travel due to Coronavirus concerns

Some MSUM students are frustrated with the ban officials say is put in place for their own safety

March 2, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — MSUM student Lizzie Powell grew up wanting to be a marine biologist. In just a few days, she was expecting to embark on the trip of a lifetime with her class to Costa Rica that would help her decide if that’s the right path. “For me, this trip was going to help me decide what career I…

Travel tips regarding Coronavirus

If you are traveling, here are some safety tips from local travel agents

March 2, 2020

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — With the Coronavirus still making its way around the globe, some in North Dakota and Minnesota are questioning their upcoming travel plans. One local travel agent says he’s had to cancel a trip for someone going to Asia. Travel agents say it’s too early to determine whether or not they’ll see more cancellations in the coming weeks….

Churches United Asking For Donations At Food Pantries For Minnesota Food Share

Koesterman Says Any Kind Of Donation Either Monetary Or By Volunteering Your Time Helps The Community As A Whole

March 1, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — When you think of what 10 dollars can mean for your average trip to the grocery store, you can only get so much. But for food pantries like Dorthy Day, that cash can really make a difference in keeping the shelves stocked. “We can stretch your dollar further through the Great Plains Food Bank and other different…