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One Goal of 2.5 Million Meals; Relieving the World of Hunger from Fargo

The Fargo Mobile Pack partners up with Feed my Starving Children to help volunteers pack meals for kids in need

January 31, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Mobile Pack partners up with Feed my Starving Children to help volunteers pack meals for kids in need. Take a look at how they are working towards their goal of packing two–and–a–half million meals. Each scoop, seal and stack, is another step towards hunger relief. “This is the second year we’ve done this and it’s…

Tris Pharma Voluntarily Recalls Two Kinds of Infants’ Ibuprofen

The brands include CVS Health and Equate

January 31, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Tris Pharma is expanding its voluntary recall of infants’ ibuprofen oral suspension drops. Brands affected include CVS Health and Equate, which is sold at Walmart. They are being recalled over concerns that the concentration is ten percent higher than it should be for little ones. Essentia pharmacists say if you’re concerned about the concentration of medicine, talk to…

Cold Weather Doesn’t Stop Grocery Shoppers at Moorhead Hornbacher’s

The store saw an influx of customers gearing up with groceries on both Monday and Tuesday for the bone-chilling temperatures

January 30, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn- The cold weather isn’t keeping shoppers from stocking up on their groceries. Hornbacher’s in Moorhead saw an influx of customers gearing up with groceries on both Monday and Tuesday for the bone-chilling temperatures. The store director says this didn’t stop some people from shopping this morning, even with temperatures in the high negatives. He also expects the majority…

There’s Still Time to Apply for the Heating Assistance Programs in MN & ND

The application deadline is May 31

January 29, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — As the temperatures continue to drop, North Dakota and Minnesota are reminding residents there’s still time to sign up for heating assistance. If you plan to take advantage of the program, here’s what you need to know about the application process. In a normal year, Cass County Social Services says they receive about 25-hundred applications for their heating…

Strange Warning From CDC: Don’t Snuggle or Kiss Hedgehogs

January 29, 2019

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ATLANTA – It seems to be a bizarre warning, but the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention is sounding the alarm on people kissing and snuggling hedgehogs. The organization says a multi-state outbreak of salmonella infections, including in Minnesota are linked to contact with pet hedgehogs. 11 people have been infected in eight states. One person has been hospitalized and no…

Fargo City Commission Approves TB Testing Program

The federally funded program is for control of tuberculosis in high risk populations, such as refugees.

January 29, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn cast the only no vote Monday night as commissioners approved a contract with the North Dakota Department of Health for targeted testing of tuberculosis infection and treatment. The federally funded program is for control of tuberculosis in high risk populations, such as refugees. Piepkorn remains doubtful about the screening. He cited…

Sanford Physician Gives Tips for Staying Safe During Frigid Temperatures

With the coming temperatures, any exposed skin is at risk of frostbite

January 28, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. – It’s a life or death situation if you’re not properly dressed during frigid winter temperatures. You could face frostbite in… “Less than five minutes, if their skin is uncovered,” Sanford Occupational Medicine Physician Dr. John Beauclair said. Dr. John Beauclair advises people to cover the crucial areas of your body when it’s this cold. “Make sure you…

Cyclists Battle Elements at B-B-BRRR Winter Classic Race

Great Bikes has put on the race for eight years

January 27, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Below zero temperatures aren’t stopping some cyclists from getting out into the elements to join in on the BRRR Winter Classic Bike Race. KVRR’s Danielle Church tells us why riders look forward to the six–mile–race every year. These riders are having their Rocky moment. Battling an uphill climb, frigid temperatures and even harsher winds. “I’m guessing this race…

Jamestown Police Looking for Pitbull Who Has Bitten At Least Three People in Ten Days

Blaze is a red/brown color, weighs 70 to 90 pounds, has a white chest and white feet

January 25, 2019

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JAMESTOWN, N.D. — Jamestown Police asks for your help to find what they call a dangerous Pitbull. Blaze is a red/brown color, weighs 70 to 90 pounds, has a white chest and white feet. He was last seen in the area of the Buffalo Motel around 2:00 where someone suffered a serious bite. The victim was treated for serious injuries….

Community Donates to Sanford Children’s Hospital With Cares for Kids Radiothon

This two-day event gives community members a chance to impact the lives of kids at Sanford

January 24, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. – The 19th Annual Cares for Kids Radiothon is a chance for the community to make an impact on the lives of sick kids at Sanford Children’s Hospital. With this event, you can impact a child’s life directly by picking up the phone and donating. “This money is very important so we have special services and programs and…