INTERNATIONAL — Six years ago, a woman from the U.K. went to the doctor for her stomach ache and bloating issues. The British Medical Journal says doctors diagnosed her with Crohn’s disease, an incurable inflammation of the bowels. When the 41-year-old ended up in the hospital again due to her symptoms, doctors performed what is called a “keyhole,” or…
FARGO, ND — Good news job seekers: Fargo has been ranked the top job market for 2018 by ZipRecruiter. The online jobs platform says Fargo stands out because of its low unemployment. The city’s rate is around 1.6 percent, compared to 3.9 percent for the average metro. Fargo also earned high marks for the rate of “new collar” jobs,…
If you know “Meet Virginia,” by the band Train, you probably know it’s about a woman who, in the words of the song, “loves babies and surprises….wears high heels when she exercises…she’s beautiful.” This Virginia doesn’t wear high heels, but she does like children and wear a coat outside when it’s cold out. And boy is she beautiful, both inside…
NATIONAL — Carson Wentz is fighting back following a number of tweets that criticized him for posting a photo of his dog during a goose hunting trip. The Philadelphia Eagles quarterback tweeted a birthday greeting for his golden retriever, “Mama Henley.” The tweet said “We’ve been through a lot in 5 years, best hunting buddy I could ask for.” One…
FARGO, N.D. — Not every Bison fan can make it down to Texas to cheer on their team. Instead fans can cheer on the Bison with one another at some local businesses. Bison fans bleed yellow and green all year round but when it comes to the championship game, the colors pour out even more in places like Herd and Horns….
FARGO, ND — Lotto fever is back and people are rushing to buy their lottery tickets. “What’s the odds of a guy from Fargo, North Dakota winning?” asked Scott Molberg, from Fargo. Anyone’s chance of winning the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot is around one in 260 million but that hasn’t stopped people from taking a chance. “It’s worth a…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — Some homeowners in the region may be looking to lure birds to brighten up their backyards during the dull winter months. But there may be a few things to consider before buying your first bird feeder. Many homeowners choose to set out food to attract backyard birds during the winter. Wild birds can add a bit of…
FARGO, N.D. — After receiving many complaints from neighbors about 1410 1st Avenue South, the City of Fargo inspections department has decided to demolish the house. When the previous owner died, people broke in and started living there. The city considers the building dangerous and will demolish it to improve the neighborhood. Anyone who may be interested in the building will…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Minnesota has a new senator as Lt. Governor Tina Smith gets sworn into office. The Democrat was sworn in by Vice President Mike Pence on the Senate floor in Washington. Just before taking the oath of office, Smith got her name plate placed outside her new office in Washington. She resigned as the state’s Lieutenant Governor…
DILWORTH, Minn. — Those who have been in need of shelter staying at the Moorhead Armory are now being moved to the Dilworth Community Center until the end of January. Churches United in Moorhead has been working closely with the city of Dilworth to provide a second housing option for those in need. With these bitterly cold temperatures, some now…
