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West Fargo Schools $106.9 Million Bond Referendum to Raise Property Taxes

It'll cost homeowners $15.79 for every $100,000 of home value

June 11, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — More than 500 seniors just graduated from West Fargo Public Schools, but that doesn’t even come close to more than 900 students in the district’s kindergarten classes. “It’s relentless growth. The district is projected to grow 400–500 a year. That has happened for the past several years,” said David Flowers, superintendent of West Fargo Public Schools….

5-Year-Old Has 16 Stitches After Unknown Animal Attack in Detroit Lakes

In just seconds, that small encounter turned dangerous as Xavier ripped the animal off his face

June 11, 2018

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DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — On Friday, one family from Detroit Lakes was expecting a new baby…but they weren’t expecting one of their other kids to end up in the hospital. The boy now has 16 stitches because of the wild animal. 5–year–old Xavier Garza was outside doing what he does best…playing. What did it look like? “Black,” Xavier said. How…

MN AG Lori Swanson Stops in Moorhead in Campaign for Governor

Lori Swanson and running mate, Congressman Rick Nolan stopped by at the Courtyard by Marriott

June 11, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson makes a stop at Courtyard by Marriott in Moorhead as part of her tour around the state to kick off her campaign for governor. Swanson and her running mate, Congressman Rick Nolan who is retiring from Congress, talked about their plans for Minnesota. Swanson says she’ll focus on healthcare, the F–M Diversion Project,…

What You Need to Know Before Voting in the North Dakota Primaries

Make sure to bring a photo ID and proof of residency

June 11, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota’s Primary Election is tomorrow but more than 32–thousand votes had already been cast as of Friday in early voting. State legislators changed North Dakota’s voter ID law last year. North Dakota is the only state in the country that doesn’t have voter registration. That means anyone who brings in an ID with their legal name and…

Food Truck For a Purpose Welcomes Minneapolis Pro Wrestler and her BBQ Sauce

Fargo Park District is bringing a tasty twist to the summer by hosting different food trucks and giving back to United Way of Cass–Clay

June 11, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Food Truck for a Purpose is back and a Minneapolis pro–wrestler was in town with her Meat and Greet Food Truck. Fargo Park District is bringing a tasty twist to the summer by hosting different food trucks and giving back to United Way of Cass–Clay. OBD is a pro wrestler who started her own line of barbecue…

Detroit Lakes Looking For Animal That Injured Young Boy

Officers searching for the cat, were told by a resident that he saw a fisher at Main Street and West Avenue in Detroit Lakes.

June 11, 2018

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DETROIT LAKES, MN — Detroit Lakes Public Works is setting traps in hopes of catching an animal that may have injured a five year old boy. The boy’s family told police that he was attacked by a cat that he tried to pick up. Officers searching for the cat, were told by a resident that he saw a fisher at…

Heartland Community Church Celebrates Second Annual Community Service Day

They did so by helping out children's organizations in the metro

June 10, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Children are the future of our community. That’s why Heartland Community Church spent the day giving back to charity organizations throughout the metro that support kids in need. Looking at all the needs throughout the F–M community is what inspired those at Heartland Community Church to do something about it. “We just felt like we had to…

Candidates for Cass County Sheriff Discuss their Platforms Ahead of the Primary Elections

Throughout the next few months, both men are going to continue to show their dedication for Cass County

June 10, 2018

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CASS COUNTY, N.D. — In November Cass County will have a new Sheriff in town and the race is between Jesse Jahner and Mike Kjera. After 20 years with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Jesse Jahner says he is ready to lead the department. “I’d be a voice for the people, the people elect the sheriff so to me it…

Fargo Fire and Police Training at Vacant Apartment Building: Soon to be Demolished

The soon to be demolished building by Xcel Energy, at 11 12th Street North is giving them a place to mirror skills they need to know how to do

June 10, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Fire Department and Police Department are honing in on their skills by practicing real life scenarios inside a vacant apartment building. The soon to be demolished building by Xcel Energy, at 11 12th Street North is giving them a place to mirror skills they need to know how to do. From quick entry and exit…

Women Learn to Defend Themselves Physically and Mentally

She says when women learn these new skills; it gives them the confidence to stand up for themselves

June 10, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — MPX Fitness is teaching women how to defend themselves in case they feel threatened or in danger. Mariah Prussia, the owner, says it’s important to realize these classes aren’t about fighting; they are about knowing physical moves or ways to get out of an uncomfortable position. She says when women learn these new skills; it gives them…