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Man Overcomes Personal Tragedy to Build Up His Food Truck Brand

The "Heavenly Hawg" has been open for the last year

FARGO, N.D. — Thane Fliginger has always been passionate about barbecue and grilling. But about a year ago, the grill became his source of comfort during tough times. “We lost our father, my grandma passed away, lost my son, so the only good thing that felt good to make that pain go away was to stand in front of your barbeque…

Bonanzaville USA Presents 60th Annual Pioneer Days

This two day event hopes to welcome over 50,000 people

WEST FARGO, N.D.– This event is an opportunity to live like you would in the mid-1800’s. Bonanzaville USA is hosting its 60th annual Pioneer Days celebration. The weekend will be filled with horse drawn wagon rides, aerial acrobatics, and pioneer activities. Both staff and volunteers are hoping to see over 50,000 people over the two day event. “Anyone that comes…

Fargo Police Looking For Public’s Help Finding Vulnerable Adult

Kody Watson, 22 years old, 6'2", 343 lbs, brown hair, brown eyes, was last seen in the 300 block of 6 Ave. S. on August 15, 2018 around 8 p.m.

FARGO, ND — Fargo Police are seeking the public’s help to find a missing vulnerable adult. Kody Watson, 22 years old, 6’2″, 343 lbs, brown hair, brown eyes, was last seen in the 300 block of 6 Ave. S. on August 15, 2018 around 8 p.m. Watson has multiple fingers missing from his right hand. It is unknown at this…

Sanford Medical Center Gets Verification as Level One Trauma Hospital

They recieved it from the American College of Surgeons

FARGO N.D. — It’s the first of its kind for Sanford and North Dakota. Ten years ago, Sanford talked about bringing a Level One Trauma Center to Fargo and now they can finally say they’ve achieved their goal. Time is of the essence when trying to save a trauma patient’s life. “That has a long term impact on either their survival…

Folkway’s Night Bazaar Kicks Off for the Third Time this Season

It's a chance to experience local food, art, and performances in the heart of downtown Fargo

FARGO– It’s a chance to experience local food, art, and performances in the heart of downtown Fargo. Broadway Garage kicked off the third Folkway’s Night Bazaar of the season. It’s in the garage space that is used for the Red River Market. The event features food vendors like Scoop and Dough, Texas X BBQ, and The Dogfather Mobile Eatery. You…

Bethany Retirement Living Holds Rummage Sale to Support Residents

They plan on holding another in the near future

FARGO, N.D. — People had the chance to buy old goods to support people of Bethany Retirement Living. Volunteers, employees, those living at the center and their families donated thousands of good used items that were sold at a rummage sale. The items included clothing, toys and games, books, and furniture. The funds from the sale will go towards funding activities…

Sanford Medical Center Fargo Will Be Level 1 Adult Trauma Center

This verification is awarded by the American College of Surgeons.

FARGO, ND — Sanford Medical Center Fargo has cleared the final hurdle to be verified a Level I Adult Trauma Center. This verification is awarded by the American College of Surgeons. Level I is the highest level of trauma care and recognizes Sanford’s dedication to raising its level of services for injured patients. This achievement makes Fargo the only city…

Community Gives Input on Revitalizing Downtown Moorhead

The City of Moorhead, Downtown Moorhead Inc. and Moorhead Economic Development invited community members to the Hjemkomst Center to share ideas

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Exciting changes could be coming to downtown Moorhead. The City of Moorhead, Downtown Moorhead Inc. and Moorhead Economic Development invited community members to come talk about what they think of some projects that could revitalize the area. In creating a more vibrant and economically thriving downtown for Moorhead, it’ll mean putting it on the same playing field as…

JL Beers Adds Breakfast to the Menu

The downtown Fargo location is now serving breakfast every day from 8am until 11am

FARGO– A burger joint near you is hopping on the breakfast bandwagon! JL Beers in downtown Fargo is now serving breakfast every day from 8am until 11am. The breakfast menu is a twist on their popular Humpty Dumpty burger. Owner of JL Beers, Lance Thorson, says they wanted to offer something cool and unique to downtown Fargo. “We’ve actually done…

Record Number of Kindergartners Set to Begin School in West Fargo

The number is a jump from last year's record of more than 960

WEST FARGO, N.D. — With another school year set to begin, more five and six–year–olds are set to begin their journeys at 13 elementary schools across West Fargo. This year, more than 1,000 kindergartners are enrolled, which means the district has to prepare for the new wave of students. “We are hiring three new teachers, two of those teachers will be…