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Benefit for “Friendly Smiles” Employee Fighting Incurable Tumor

One woman is suffering from an incurable tumor and her family and friends held a benefit for her

June 13, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — A “FUNraiser” was held for one local woman who is battling an incurable spinal cord tumor. Caitlin Posch was diagnosed with the tumor in January. Her neurosurgeon was unable to completely remove it, causing her to go through radiation and chemotherapy in attempts to control the tumor. A benefit including games, a bake sale and a silent auction…

Kids Registering with Bethany Homes for Volunteer Program

Bethany Retirement Living has a volunteer program for kids eleven years and older to assist with daily tasks

June 13, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Now that school is out for summer, people are planning their summer schedules. Some local kids are taking the opportunity to step outside their normal routines and give a helping hand. Bethany Retirement Living has a volunteer program for kids eleven years and older to assist with daily tasks. From playing bingo to watering the plants and…

F-M Ambulance Honoring Everyday Heroes at RedHawks’ Super Hero Night

But it's not just people in uniform rescuing those in trouble

June 12, 2017

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FARGO, ND — First responders fight to save lives every day. But it’s not just people in uniform rescuing those in trouble. KVRR’s Shiina LoSciuto talked with Don Martin, Operations Manager with F-M Ambulance, tells us how local heroes are getting recognized. SHIINA LOSCIUTO: It’s actually Super Hero Night here at Newman Outdoor Field. We’re expecting to see some Batmans…

F-M Ambulance: Stay Cool, Stay Healthy in the Heat

F–M Ambulance gives some important tips for staying safe in the heat.

June 8, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The first day of summer is just around the corner and the hot weather calls for some good protection. F–M Ambulance gives some important tips for staying safe in the heat. Be sure to cover up outdoors, use sunscreen, know your limits and stay fully hydrated. They say it’s crucial to give your body the fuel it…

No Kid Left Hungry: Great Plains Food Bank Offering Free Lunches for Kids in F-M Area

The Great Plains Food Bank Will Be Giving Kids Free Lunches All Summer Long

June 8, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The Great Plains Food Bank is making sure kids in the F-M area are staying well fed for the summer. Monday through Friday, kids under the age of 18 are offered a free lunch at West Village Park in Fargo. This program is an extension to the free and reduced meal programs that occur during the school…

New Sanford Health Hospital Hoping to Heal Through Art

Many of the pieces incorporate nature, joyful events or settings that resemble home

June 6, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The newest Fargo Sanford Hospital is offering patients a new and creative method of healing. Local artists were chosen to display their work throughout the hospital to enhance the environment for patients, employees and visitors. Those artists along with donors and leaders of the project are touring the hospital and being honored for their work. Many of…

New Sanford Clinic Expansion Project Begins in West Fargo

Sanford Fargo Vice President Paul Richard thinks the location is the perfect site for the expansion

June 6, 2017

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WEST FARGO, ND — Sanford Health is celebrating the groundbreaking on their new West Fargo clinic. The groundbreaking kicked off the beginning of construction, which will complete a larger clinic and offer additional services for patients. The additions include a children’s center and an increase in the number of doctors working in Family Medicine and Women’s OBGYN services. Sanford Health…

Health Officials are Promoting HIV Awareness Across the Valley

A public education session was held giving the facts behind HIV

June 3, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — State health officials said there are misconceptions about HIV, even though the disease has been around for more than 30 years. The North Dakota Department of Health and Family HealthCare held public education sessions to promote HIV awareness. They put up presentations teaching about how to prevent STD’s. After the event, opportunities for a Q&A opened up….

Fargo Police Capture Escapee from Jamestown State Hospital

They say hospital officials do not know how she escaped

June 2, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The woman who escaped from the state hospital in Jamestown has been captured in Fargo. Desiree McKay, 33, was taken into custody at an emergency room. Authorities say McKay escaped from a fenced outdoor area in an addiction treatment unit. They say hospital officials do not know how she escaped. In March 2016, McKay pleaded guilty in…

Supporters of Legalized Recreational Marijuana Working to Get Issue to North Dakota Voters

Supporters of legalizing marijuana fell short on petition signatures in 2016

June 1, 2017

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GRAND FORKS, ND — Proponents of legalizing recreational marijuana in North Dakota are planning another attempt to get the issue to voters. Dave Owens, of Grand Forks, said they’re finalizing a draft of a proposal to be filed with the Secretary of State’s office this fall. Once the petition is approved, signatures for a ballot measure can be gathered…