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Flying Farmer says he’s not done after “a bad ride”

My wife said she will leave me if I do it again but she won’t leave me.”

October 11, 2021

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MAKOTI, NORTH DAKOTA, (KFGO) – John Smith, known as North Dakota’s Flying Farmer for his aerial car jumps, is recovering after what he calls “a bad ride.” Two weeks ago, the Makoti, North Dakota man was seriously injured when his car went off a ramp while he attempted a distance jump of 200 feet in a challenge with his son….

Century Cinema Welcomes Customers Back with James Bond and COVID Protocols

"We want to provide our guests with a comfortable and safe space."

October 10, 2021

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FARGO, N.D.– Marcus Century Cinema is attracting people to the big screen, by bringing in a James Bond movie and following COVID-19 guidelines. Movies are back but what are theaters doing to accommodate their guests? Tristan Ross tells us exactly what Century Cinema is doing to help combat COVID-19. “So when we first reopened we were definitely focused on STAR,…

Drekker Brewing Holds Pinball Tournament

"It is great to be back playing pinball."

October 10, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. — Fargo Pinball is hosting a community-wide pinball tournament at Drekker Brewing Company. This double strike, single elimination tournament has a $10 buy and proceeds are awarded to the top three finishers. Winners are competing for a spot in the state championship. Fargo Pinball Co-Owner, Bill Brooks says, “This will be our 6th year and we have been…

Another Trial Set For Wyndmere Man Who Missed Three Pretrial Conferences

October 10, 2021

TJ Nelson,

BURLEIGH CO., N.D. — A Wyndmere man facing four counts of felony child endangerment in Burleigh County is again scheduled for trial after missing several court dates since being charged nearly two years ago. Tory Fowler was stopped in November 2019 for speeding on U.S. Highway 83 near Wilton. A Burleigh County deputy sheriff noticed the odor of marijuana and…

One Woman Killed, 14 People Wounded During St. Paul Bar Shootout

October 10, 2021

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — A shootout at a busy bar in St. Paul has left one woman dead and 14 other people wounded. It happened shortly after midnight at the Seventh Street Truck Park bar. Police say preliminary information indicates several people fired gunshots. It’s not yet clear what led to the shootings. Police arrested three men who are being…

North Dakota lawmaker accused of theft says he’s not guilty

October 9, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. — A state lawmaker from southeastern North Dakota who’s accused of misdemeanor theft in Bottineau County says he’s surprised by the charge and believes it’s fabricated. Republican Sen. Jason Heitkamp of Wahpeton says he was in Bottineau earlier this week to retrieve some of his belongings from his former girlfriend and did not steal anything. He says he…

Fargo man charged in Wisconsin police shootings wants new jury

October 9, 2021

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MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Attorneys for a North Dakota man accused of wounding two Wisconsin police officers while he was on the run from an attempted murder charge in his home state are petitioning for a jury pool from a different county. Twenty-four-year-old Nathanael Benton of Fargo has pleaded not guilty in the shootings of two Delafield police officers in November…

18-year-old hospitalized after Moorhead crash faces DWI charges

October 9, 2021

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MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — An 18-year-old is facing multiple charges after Moorhead Police say he crashed a vehicle into private property Friday night in the area of 14th Street and 16th Avenue South. Officers responded to the crash at 10:50 p.m. A witness said a person was lying next to the vehicle and was possibly hurt. Devon Karau of Moorhead…

Moorhead High School cuts the ribbon on its new Career Academy

October 8, 2021

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MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Those with Moorhead area public schools are celebrating a ribbon cutting for a new Career Academy. It’s designed to engage students in modern career exploration and investigation. The academy will also be used to help students discover their passions and prepare them for the workforce or college. “This will help our students be college and career-ready….

Fargo South High School implements BARR system

October 8, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo South High School is the first school in the state to implement BARR which stands for building assets, reducing risks. This model is used on the school’s ninth graders. It’s designed to improve the education system with data and relationships. It’s also expected to empower students, teachers and families with information so schools can realign…