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North Dakota’s Oil Patch Population Dropping, Statewide Flourishing

North Dakota saw the most growth in and around Fargo, Bismarck and Grand Forks

May 30, 2017

TJ Nelson,

NORTH DAKOTA — Some oil patch cities are seeing a drop in people, but the overall population in North Dakota continues to flourish. U.S. Census Bureau estimates show Williston, Watford City and Stanley saw population declines last year due to slower activity in the oil fields. Minot’s population fell by nearly 800 people from the previous year. But the…

Secretary of Transportation to Visit for Drone Conference, Doosan Bobcat

Also on tap to speak at the private event are Gov. Burgum and Senator Hoeven

May 30, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — President Trump’s secretary of transportation is coming to the metro tomorrow. Elaine Chao will attend the Drone Focus Conference and attend a grand opening event to celebrate the completion of the expansion of the headquarters of Doosan Bobcat North America. Also on tap to speak at the private event are Gov. Burgum and Senator Hoeven. The…

Update: BioLife Centers in F-M Area To Re-open

The West Fargo and Moorhead BioLife Centers will be open Thursday, June 1 at 2pm. The Fargo BioLife is scheduled to open on June 5th.

May 30, 2017

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The West Fargo and Moorhead BioLife Centers will be open Thursday, June 1 at 2pm. The Fargo BioLife is scheduled to open on June 5th. —– NATIONAL — BioLife Centers in Moorhead, Fargo, West Fargo and Grand Forks are closed after the company announces there is a lack of availability of anticoagulant, which is necessary for the plasma collection process….

Ten Campaigning for Top Spot at Standing Rock

Nine people are now campaigning to unseat the chairman

May 30, 2017

TJ Nelson,

MORTON COUNTY, ND — Standing Rock Sioux Chairman Dave Archambault faces a tough re-election bid. Nine people are now campaigning to unseat the chairman. Archambault became a national figure during the Dakota Access oil pipeline protests. He says that he didn’t plan to seek re-election, but a number of people urged him to reconsider. Several candidates say the pipeline…

Defective Boiler May be Cause of Carbon Monoxide Leak at Fargo Hotel

A 9-year-old girl became sick in the pool area of La Quinta Inn & Suites on Monday

May 30, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — A defective boiler may have caused an apparent carbon monoxide leak at a Fargo hotel. A 9-year-old girl became sick in the pool area of La Quinta Inn & Suites on Monday. Police say at least 10 others also felt sick and sought treatment on their own. Fire officials say the level of carbon monoxide in…

Downtown Fargo Set to Open Parking Ramp

The parking ramp will remain open to cars as construction on the apartment complex and retail space continues around the ramp through next spring

May 30, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The search for a parking space in downtown Fargo may be easier starting this Thursday. A 455 stall ramp is expected to open up at the corner of Roberts Street and 2nd Avenue North as part of the Roberts Commons Complex. The parking ramp will remain open to cars as construction on the apartment complex and retail…

Army Corps of Engineers Taking a Look at Progress on F-M Diversion

May 30, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND — Leaders with the Army Corps of Engineers came to the metro to get their first look at the F-M Flood Diversion construction. The six and a half year project has already begun near Horace at the southern end of the project’s site. Army Corps leaders say they’re pleased with how it’s shaping up and will work to move…

Memorial Day: “It’s All About the People Who Did Not Come Home”

Many took the day to honor all veterans who had fallen

May 29, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND — People across the nation and right here at home honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. “We’re honoring those who served and those who died,” said Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney. “It’s all about the people who did not come home,” said Larry Nicholson, a Vietnam War Veteran. “It’s hard to explain, but it’s a…

Fargo Diocese Responds After Placing Pastor on Administrative Leave

Feltman has served as pastor of St. Arnold's Catholic Church in Milnor and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Wyndmere

May 29, 2017

TJ Nelson,

RICHLAND COUNTY, ND — An area pastor has been placed on administrative leave by the Diocese of Fargo for his interaction with children. A spokesman says there is, quote, “alleged conduct” involving Father Thomas Feltman’s interaction with youth. Feltman has served as pastor of St. Arnold’s Catholic Church in Milnor and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Wyndmere. “The Diocese…

One Person Sent to Hospital After Carbon Monoxide Leak at Local Hotel

Firefighters who responded determined that the hotel did not need to be evacuated

May 29, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — An apparent carbon monoxide scare this morning at a Fargo hotel. Several people at La Quinta Inn and Suites reported being sick and at least one person was taken to the hospital. Firefighters who responded determined that the hotel did not need to be evacuated. Carbon monoxide is a potentially deadly gas. The source of the…