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Boil Advisory For City of Horace

They advise residents to boil their water before using.

February 2, 2019

Site Staff,

HORACE, ND — The City of Horace, ND has issued a drinking water warning. They advise residents to boil their water before using. Residents should not drink the water without boiling it first. Let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using. The water was contaminated when the loss of pressure to the water distribution system due…

Former Vikings QB Wade Wilson Has Died

The Dallas Cowboys said Wilson passed away Friday at his home in Coppell, Texas.

February 2, 2019

Site Staff,

DALLAS (AP) – Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback and longtime assistant coach Wade Wilson has died. The Dallas Cowboys said Wilson passed away Friday at his home in Coppell, Texas. The team didn’t specify a cause of death for Wilson, who died on his 60th birthday. Wilson played for five NFL teams from 1981-98. He played 10 seasons for the Minnesota…

East Grand Forks Vintage Snowmobile Show Gets You Out of the House to See the Classics

The show typically has more than 100 vintage snowmobiles, some dating back to the 1960's

February 1, 2019

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The 8th Annual Anna Kozel Vintage Snowmobile Show gives you an excuse to get out of the house and enjoy some above zero temperatures. The show typically has more than 100 vintage snowmobiles, some dating back to the 1960’s. You can join in on the fun by registering your own classic ride. Awards are given in multiple categories. The money…

Wahpeton Residents Celebrate City’s 150th Anniversary

The city is planning four celebrations to take place over the course of the year

February 1, 2019

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WAHPETON, N.D. — People in Wahpeton are coming together throughout the weekend to celebrate the city’s one hundred fiftieth anniversary. For some people, their connection to the city spans decades. Back when Ed Scott was working for the Penny Company in the 1950’s, the last place he’d expect to live was Wahpeton, North Dakota. “I said this is one town I…

Monster Jam Rolls Its Way Back to Fargo for the Weekend

The two competitions take place at the Fargodome on Friday and Saturday

February 1, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Drivers revved up their engines as Monster Jam kicked off a two-day showcase at the Fargodome. Fans can see monster trucks go head–to–head on the track and even smash a couple cars. For some of the drivers, this is the first time they have competed in North Dakota. One driver says no matter where she is, pleasing the…

LIVE: Dala Horse Carving with the Red River Valley Woodcarvers

When historic cold snaps lead to something beautiful.

February 1, 2019

Emily Welker,

Cold snaps like the one we just suffered through don’t always mean misery. In fact, there was one in Sweden years ago that lead to the development of a particularly beautiful and whimsical art form – the Dala horse. The little equine carvings are carved out of wood and then painted with bright colors and decorative details. Historically, they hail…

NDSU Beef Cattle Research Complex Taking Care of Livestock in Frigid Temps

the complex has 108 steers and bulls combined

January 31, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — While people are fortunate enough to get out of the elements, that’s not the case for livestock. NDSU’s Beef Cattle Research Complex opened in May 2011. Since then, it’s been a home to all of these cows and although cattle are meant to be outside, animal research specialists say they still need a little extra TLC during cold periods…

Dine and Donate: Five Guys Lends a Helping Hand to Local Boys and Girls Club

20% of each purchase helps the club feed several kids each day

January 31, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Local Five Guys locations helped the Boys and Girls Club of the Red River Valley raise money to assist more kids across the metro. As part of their fundraising series, Five Guys donated 20% of every purchase to the club. Brent Brandt, the Resource and Development Director of the Boys and Girls Club of the Red River Valley,…

West Fargo Police Say it’s Business as Usual, Even with Frigid Temperatures

Officers are being proactive by dressing warm and making sure people are dressing properly for the weather

January 31, 2019

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WEST FARGO, N.D. – The West Fargo Police Department says it’s “business as usual” despite the frigid temperatures. Officers are advised to dress in layers and to be proactive by making sure people are dressed properly for the weather while outside. West Fargo Police Department Sargent Pete Nielsen says if an officer is called out on a longer call, other…

Vitalant in Urgent Need of Blood, Platelet Donations

They lost 350 units in one day because of the subzero temps this week

January 31, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Vitalant is in urgent need of blood after subzero temperatures forced their Fargo, Minot, Aberdeen and Mitchell donation centers to close in the Dakotas. That led to a loss of 350 units in just one day. Seventy area hospitals utilize that blood every day. All blood types are needed but there is a critical need for platelets and…