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Cold Weather Doesn’t Stop Grocery Shoppers at Moorhead Hornbacher’s

The store saw an influx of customers gearing up with groceries on both Monday and Tuesday for the bone-chilling temperatures

January 30, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn- The cold weather isn’t keeping shoppers from stocking up on their groceries. Hornbacher’s in Moorhead saw an influx of customers gearing up with groceries on both Monday and Tuesday for the bone-chilling temperatures. The store director says this didn’t stop some people from shopping this morning, even with temperatures in the high negatives. He also expects the majority…

Subzero Temperatures Do Little to Stifle Some Zoo Animals

The animals can roam free but their shelter areas are heated

January 30, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — The cold temperatures did not stop some animals from having some fun in the sun. Even though the Red River Zoo is closed, cold–climate creatures are thriving outside while the staff is covered from head–to–toe. Wolves, camels, and deer are just some of the animals who aren’t too worried about the cold. While the animals are having a…

MN Department of Human Services Reports Data Breach

Commissioner Tony Lourey tells legislative leaders it happened Sept. 28 when an employee fell for a phishing scam and clicked on a malicious link that caused the employee's email account to send spam.

January 30, 2019

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Human Services says a data breach potentially exposed personal information on up to 3,000 people. Commissioner Tony Lourey tells legislative leaders it happened Sept. 28 when an employee fell for a phishing scam and clicked on a malicious link that caused the employee’s email account to send spam. Lourey says technicians could…

Girl Scouts Get Ready for Another Successful Season of Cookie Sales

Money from cookie sales stays local and directly helps programming with the Girl Scouts

January 29, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. – Girl Scouts-Dakota Horizons are gearing up for yet another season of selling cookies we all know and love. Money from cookie sales stays local and directly helps programming with the Girl Scouts. Aside from selling cookies, Girl Scouts teaches the girls useful things like being active in the outdoors, entrepreneurship, STEM, and life skills. “When a girl…

West Acres Mall Closes Early Tuesday Due to Inclement Weather

Mall gives stores option to stay open Wednesday

January 29, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — West Acres Mall officials decided to close the mall at 6 p.m. Tuesday due to the weather outside. They are telling stores they have the option to remain closed or reopen Wednesday. The early closure didn’t stop many people from getting some shopping done. Some say they came to the mall since some other businesses across town closed…

ND Game & Fish Gives Do’s and Don’ts for Helping Wildlife During Frigid Temperatures

A natural food source, such as leaving corn or sunflower seeds in your garden, is always the best option

January 29, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. – As temperatures continue to drop, some people are concerned with how the wildlife is trying to stay warm. The North Dakota Game and Fish department advises people to not start putting out food for animals. By putting food in bird feeders or your backyard, you could possibly put animals into harm’s way because of the wind and…

Fargo and West Fargo Public Schools Cancel Classes On Wednesday, NDSU Also Closed On Wednesday

Fargo and West Fargo Public Schools have joined Moorhead and Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton in calling off classes and most other activities for Wednesday.

January 29, 2019

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FARGO, ND – Fargo and West Fargo Public Schools have joined Moorhead and Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton in calling off classes and most other activities for Wednesday. North Dakota State University has also cancelled classes for Wednesday, January 30. The overnight low is expected to be around -35. In West Fargo, district office, administration and year-round employees are expected to work at their…

Fargo City Commission Approves TB Testing Program

The federally funded program is for control of tuberculosis in high risk populations, such as refugees.

January 29, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn cast the only no vote Monday night as commissioners approved a contract with the North Dakota Department of Health for targeted testing of tuberculosis infection and treatment. The federally funded program is for control of tuberculosis in high risk populations, such as refugees. Piepkorn remains doubtful about the screening. He cited…

If It’s Too Cold for You, It’s Too Cold for Your Pets; Limiting Exposure Outside

Staff with Homeward Animal Shelter say animals are just as prone to frostbite and hypothermia as humans

January 28, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — If you have a furry friend, keeping them inside as much as possible over the next few days is in both of your best interests. Staff with Homeward Animal Shelter say animals are just as prone to frostbite and hypothermia as humans. If you are used to taking your pets for a walk, or a few, this…

Celebrations for New Moorhead Mayor and City Council Members

They say there is no better way to show their appreciation than with a party

January 28, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — People in Moorhead is welcoming new leaders into their new roles with the city and others are starting another term. They say there is no better way to show their appreciation than with a party. Just three weeks after officially getting sworn in, the new Moorhead mayor and city council members are being celebrated. “One thing that…