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F-M Symphony Showcases Eastern Music at Carl Ben Eielson Middle School

They previewed part of their show "Music After Dark"

FARGO, N.D. — The F-M Symphony stopped by Carl Ben Eielson Middle School to take kids on a journey to the Middle East. A clarinetist and composer from the symphony taught students all about Middle Eastern and Eastern European music. They learned things like breathing techniques and what goes into practicing an instrument. Members of the symphony say they wanted…

BBB Advises How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Cyber Attacks

More than 60 percent of americans have already been hacked this year

FARGO, N.D. — Sensitive information belonging to millions of Americans was hacked in the Equifax breach earlier this year. But why are so many people vulnerable? Even people who work in cyber security are at risk of being hacked. “I teach this all day long and yet I was still hacked, so I might have made a purchase at a coffee…

Far-Off Melodies: From the Middle East to Fargo

Compose yourself -- you're about to see and hear nothing like you've ever heard before, in Fargo.

As Fargo welcomes more and more newcomers from all different parts of the world, we get to learn all about the arts they bring with them. And this time, we get to do it at the Fargo Theatre Saturday. Symphony After Dark: Music of the Middle East is a show that blends the work of world-renowned composers and performers from…

Friday the 13th: Black Cats, Bad Luck, and Being Rescued

A black cat crosses our paths in the studio, and we couldn't be happier about it.

Between Friday the 13th falling on a day in October and Halloween just around the corner, it’s a tough time of year to be a black cat. The beautiful animals have long been associated with myths in many cultures about witches and bringing bad luck with them. So we decided to tempt fate a little and brought a black cat…

Fargo Davies, West Fargo Volleyball Teams Play for Kids Battling Cancer

The two teams choose which fundraiser they help out each year

FARGO, ND — It’s the sixth year this familiar Volleyball match up is raising money. Players said they’ve raised at least $7,000 and counting to help a summer camp for kids with cancer. Davies High versus West Fargo means it’s time to “Dig for Kamp KACE.” Both sides are serving hope for a summer camp made for children with cancer….

The United Way Teams Up with Volunteers to Help Seniors on Annual Day of Caring

volunteers helped out with all kinds of household chores

FARGO, ND — The United Way’s annual Day of Caring paired volunteers with more than 470 senior citizens to help out with household chores. Some companies, such as Microsoft, have been volunteering for years to lend a helping hand. Muriel Domm moved into her home two years ago because she said it was time to downsize. “My kids laugh at me…

Winner, Winner, Free Chick-fil-A Dinner: Grand Forks Celebrates Grand Opening

Chick-fil-A Brings Fans From All States Out to The Opening Day

GRAND FORKS, ND — Grand Forks is celebrating after being the first city in the state to have a brand new Chick–fil–A. The business opened their doors for the first time today. The first 100 super fans were given a special prize, but you might be surprise where most of them were from. “It feels really good,” said fan Samuel…

ND Department of Human Services Awards Fargo Cass Public Health with $180,000 Grant

Robyn says this grant will provide a vehicle to get more information out to the general public about how they can prevent substance use and abuse

FARGO, ND — The opioid epidemic is affecting people all over the world but efforts in the metro are enhancing education. Fargo Cass Public Health has received a grant from the North Dakota Department of Human Services that will focus on opioid and substance abuse. Last year, more than 64,000 people died from drug overdoses. Now, Fargo Cass Public Health…

Fargo’s Ethnic Restaurants Showcased at Taste of World

people could eat anything from greek to somali food

FARGO, ND — Lutheran Social Services showcased more than ten restaurants in the area owned by refugees. People could try anything from Greek to Somali food. There was also a silent art auction and a Bhutanese dance performance. As an organization that provides immigrant and relocation services for refugees, Lutheran Social Services says they wanted to remind people that we get…

MPR Celebrates 50 Years of Broadcasting with Open House at Concordia College

The public was invited to tour the KCCM studios in the basement of Concordia's Welcome Center

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota Public Radio made another stop in Moorhead as they celebrate 50 years of broadcasting. Concordia is proud to be the home to the second MPR station, KCCM, which began in 1971. The public was invited to tour the KCCM studios in the basement of Concordia’s Welcome Center. Station personnel took the opportunity to meet their listening…