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Sanford Stroke Patient in Good Health Works Way Back to Recovery

After a month and a half, stroke survivor Sandy Miller is still looking for answers

May 16, 2019

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FARGO, N.D.– Timing is everything when dealing with a stroke. A Sanford interventional neurologist says 1.9 million brain neurons die each minute during a stroke. “Even before the patient comes in, we are right here and we are ready to take care of the patient right away,” Sanford interventional neurologist Dr. Sachdeva said. Dr. Sachdeva treated Sandy Miller’s stroke at…

Fix-it-Forward Fundraiser Raising Money to Help People With Transportation

Fix it Forward Ministry helps people in the metro with their transportation issues

May 16, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn.– Fix–it–Forward Auto Care is hosting its first open house, car show and silent auction at their shop to raise money for it’s nonprofit. Fix it Forward Ministry helps people in the metro with their transportation issues. The shop gives away old cars that have been donated to them, and fixes cars for people who can’t afford it. The…

Shanley HS Student Wins Top Prize in Heartland Chevy Dealers Scholarship Program

Hailey Giauque was awarded the top prize of $5,000 for her academic, athletic, and service work

May 16, 2019

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FARGO, N.D.– A Shanley High School student is being recognized for her work through the Heartland Chevy Dealers Scholarship Program. Hailey Giauque was awarded the top prize of $5,000 for her academic, athletic, and service work. She was presented the award at the Gateway dealership in Fargo. Hailey is one of 10 students who won a prize through the 2019…

UPDATE: Missing Red Panda Found at Red River Zoo

Red Panda Discovered Missing Thursday Morning

May 16, 2019

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UPDATE: The zoo says Sheffield is now back safe in his enclosure. The zoo is thanking its staff and the community for help and support during the search. FARGO, N.D. — The Red River Zoo wants people to be on the lookout for one of its animals. Earlier this morning, a zookeeper noticed Sheffield, the Red Panda, missing…

Black Coffee & Waffle Bar is Open for Business in Downtown Fargo

Black Coffee and Waffle Bar chose Fargo as its new home because of the downtown development

May 15, 2019

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FARGO, N.D.– The waffle irons are hot and the coffee is black in Downtown Fargo. Black Coffee and Waffle Bar is open for business. Behind the doors of Downtown Fargo’s newest waffle joint is a menu jam-packed with coffee and waffles suited for people who love both bold and classic flavors. “We have a pulled pork waffle,” Black Coffee and…

9th Annual VA2K Walk & Roll is Raising Awareness About Veteran Homelessness

Vets and the public participated in the two kilometer walk or wheelchair roll starting at the VA

May 15, 2019

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FARGO, N.D.– The Fargo VA hosts its ninth annual VA2K Walk and Roll to support homeless veterans and an active lifestyle. Vets and the public participated in the two kilometer walk or wheelchair roll starting at the VA. Donations like nonperishable food and bottled water are accepted to help homeless veterans. Eleven years ago, it was estimated there were five…

North Dakota’s Stroke System Trying to Increase Survival Rates

It was created in 2009

May 14, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Not everyone who has a stroke will pick up the phone and call 911. “We had 30,000 calls in 2018. Strokes only make up one percent and we know there’s a lot more people having strokes out there. Unfortunately they self-present to the hospitals and then they have family drive them too late.” Lonski says people can…

Elle Interiors Opens in Grand Forks

The Interior Design shop looks to make home design dreams come true

May 14, 2019

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — If you are looking to spruce up your home, there’s a new place that can help your design dreams become a reality. Elle Interiors held the grand opening of its first ever location in Grand Forks. The interior designing service is the product of three local women who are passionate about creating one-of-a-kind living spaces for every…

Northern Red River Valley Holds Memorial Service for Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

The event was held as a part of Police Week

May 14, 2019

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Officials at the event say this year, 42 law enforcement members throughout the country have lost their lives while on the job. Their brothers and sisters of the Northern Red River Valley are making sure to honor those men and women and the many others who have fallen before them with a Memorial Service. “It’s a huge…

Sandy’s Donuts Plans to Keep Ownership in the Family

Jeff Ostlund, son of the current owner, is planning to one day take ownership

May 14, 2019

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WEST FARGO, N.D.– Sandy’s Donuts is keeping its ownership within the family by making plans to add a third generation to the mix. Jeff Ostlund, son of current owner Mark and grandson of original owner Sandy, is training to be the next owner of the donut shop chain. Jeff just graduated with a business management degree from NDSU. Sandy’s has…