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One Man Dead and Two Officers on Administrative Leave After Shooting in Grand Forks

We do know that when police showed up on scene, two people were near the intersection of 22nd Street and 24th Avenue

July 8, 2018

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — One man is dead and two officers are on administrative leave after a shooting in Grand Forks. “At 3:17 am on July 8th, 2018 grand forks police officers were dispatched to the 2200 block of south 22nd street in response to a report of a suicidal subject armed with a fire arm,” said Chief Mark Nelson…

Storms Fill Streets with Trees and Damage Properties in Grand Forks

Jerry Hunter has had a berry tree in his front yard for 47 years and this morning's storm took it to the ground

July 8, 2018

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — After strong winds and several storms came through parts of our region last night and early this morning, several areas of Grand Forks were hit. Trees and branches were covering many roads and same came down onto properties. Jerry Hunter has had a berry tree in his front yard for 47 years and this morning’s storm…

Woman Overcomes Heart Condition to Participate in Rigorous Obstacle Course

Rebecca Esser has battled a bicuspid aortic valve for the last few years

July 7, 2018

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DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Over the last few years, Rebecca Esser has dealt with a bicuspid aortic valve, a condition where she has two aortic valves on her heart instead of the normal three. “The cardiologist and doctors say to exercise especially so going to the gym has been a lifesaver especially in the past three years,” said Esser. When Esser works…

Motorcyclists Rev Up Their Engines to Support Boys and Girls Club

The seventh annual "Ride for the Future" benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Detroit Lakes and Perham

July 7, 2018

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DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — For the seventh year, bikers in Detroit Lakes hopped on their motorcycles to support the Boys and Girls Club of Detroit Lakes and Perham. The “Ride for the Future” helps the Boys and Girls Club fund essential operations. The 100–mile journey started and ended in Detroit Lakes, with stops at Galaxy Resort in Star Lake, Comorant, and…

Prairie Roots Food Co-Op Combines Refreshment, Fitness with Smoothie Bike

People could make their own smoothies while they pedaled on the bike

July 7, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — People had the chance to stay refreshed while getting a good workout by taking a ride on a smoothie–making bicycle. As part of the Prairie Roots Food Co–Op’s first birthday celebration, people could pedal on the bike, and the gears would blend together various ingredients to create a fresh smoothie. Some people even rode their bikes from West…

UPDATE: Police Lifted Shelter in Fergus Falls but are Still Looking for Suspect

Police have arrested 2 suspects, have released one of them and are still looking for a suspect who they think left the area.

July 7, 2018

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FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — Police are looking for a man at large who may be armed in Fergus Falls. After a high speed pursuit, police have shelter in place in areas from Lincoln Tower South to Vernon Avenue and to Broadway. They are asking people to stay indoors. People from Fergus Falls are telling KVRR they evacuated the Sunmart grocery…

Dion’s “DANGERZONE” Gym Provides Obstacle Course at Water Carnival

Are you looking for a workout to challenge you not only physically but also mentally?

July 6, 2018

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DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Are you looking for a workout to challenge you not only physically but also mentally? From lifting tires to working on your agility, Dion’s “DANGERZONE” Gym will have you working hard. Dion Sgro, owner of the gym, is in charge of the 2018 Water Carnival’s Dangerzone Crazies Crash Course, an obstacle course not meant for the weak….

Group Trying to Change ND Constitution Has Enough Signatures to Get on Ballot

Group trying to bar non-U.S. citizens from voting in North Dakota

July 6, 2018

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NORTH DAKOTA — A group wanting to change the North Dakota Constitution to bar non-U.S. citizens from voting says it has enough signatures to get on the ballot. Bismarck State Senate candidate Gary Emineth submitted more than 35,000 signatures to the secretary of state’s office for review. The amendment’s supporters needed almost 27,000 to put the measure in the hands…

House is a Total Loss After Homeowner Barely Makes it Out Alive

He says he doubts his three children and wife, who were out of town, would have made it out if they were home

July 6, 2018

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LIDGERWOOD, N.D. — A house in Lidgerwood is a total loss after flames burned through the home early this morning. The owner was sleeping on the second floor of the three story historic house and told firefighters he barely escaped the heavy smoke. He doubts his three children and wife, who were out of town, would have made it out…

Man Shot and Killed by Police in Devils Lake Has Been Identified

That officer is now on paid administrative leave, and the B-C-I is handling the case

July 6, 2018

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DEVILS LAKE, N.D. — The man shot and killed by police in Devils Lake has been identified. Around 4:30 pm Thursday officers say they saw 26-year-old Daniel Fuller of Devils Lake scaling a fence. Police tried to take him into custody when an officer fired their gun. That officer is now on paid administrative leave, and the B-C-I is handling…