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Local Businesses in the Spotlight at Chamber of Commerce’s ChamberChoice Awards

Winners were picked by a panel of independent judges

May 17, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Local businesses are in the spotlight at the Chamber of Commerce’s ChamberChoice awards luncheon. The ceremony recognizes accomplishments in the business community. Winners are picked by a panel of independent judges, and evaluated based on growth, innovation and community involvement. Nearly 900 people were at the event, and stand–up comedian James Cunningham served as emcee. “We want to…

White Earth Nation Creates Tribal Gaming Commission

May 17, 2019

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WHITE EARTH NATION – The White Earth Reservation Business Committee unanimously approves a new gaming ordinance. It makes the Tribal Gaming Commission separate from tribal government. The group’s goal is to regulate licensed gaming operations within the tribe. The commission will have five members appointed by the Tribal Council. White Earth Secretary Treasurer Alan Roy says it will provide a…

Medical Marijuana Dispensary Opens Wed. in Grand Forks

May 17, 2019

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. – The second medical marijuana dispensary in North Dakota is set to open on Wednesday in Grand Forks. Strive Life is operated by We Mend LLC and will be located at 1809 13th Avenue North next to Pan O Gold Baking and Acme Tools. A patient or caregiver can only enter the display area of the dispensary if…

LIVE: Bioblitz

You'd never guess all the amazing animals and plants we have right in our own backyards.

May 17, 2019

Emily Welker,

It’s been said that a stranger is just a friend you haven’t met yet — and, with the vast majority of birds, bees, butterflies and plants you probably never realized we have living right here in the Fargo metro area, that’s pretty much the case. This weekend, there’s a way you can get an introduction to each and every one…

Arrest Made After Woman Doused In Lighter Fluid

Fargo police received the call at 8:28 Thursday night.

May 17, 2019

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FARGO, ND (KFGO) – A woman in North Fargo suffered minor injuries after a man doused her in lighter fluid and attempted to set her on fire. The suspect has been identified as 39-year-old Dajuan Wright. Officers and K9 searched the home where the assault took place on the 1100 block of 7th Avenue North but Wright was not immediately…

Man Dead After Being Struck By Train

It happened on a stretch of tracks where there were no marked crossings.

May 17, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – A man was killed after being struck by a train in downtown Fargo. Police were called shortly before 11 p.m. Thursday to an area near Sixth Avenue North and Roberts Street where they found a man with “significant trauma” who was dead. It happened on a stretch of tracks where there were no marked crossings. Sgt. Troy Hannig…

Sanford Stroke Patient in Good Health Works Way Back to Recovery

After a month and a half, stroke survivor Sandy Miller is still looking for answers

May 16, 2019

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FARGO, N.D.– Timing is everything when dealing with a stroke. A Sanford interventional neurologist says 1.9 million brain neurons die each minute during a stroke. “Even before the patient comes in, we are right here and we are ready to take care of the patient right away,” Sanford interventional neurologist Dr. Sachdeva said. Dr. Sachdeva treated Sandy Miller’s stroke at…

Moorhead Police Sergeant to Run Fargo Marathon in Uniform

He's doing it to honor those killed in the line of duty

May 16, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Thousands of people will be running in the Fargo Marathon, and everyone has their own reason for taking part. Moorhead Police Sergeant Scott Kostohryz says his favorite part of running marathons, other than the finish line, is hearing the stories about why people participate. “Everyone’s got a reason to run. Nobody wakes in the morning and says, ‘I’m…

Construction on Main Ave. & 21st/20th St. to Start 24-Hour Work

Construction is nothing new in our area, but some residents in Moorhead will be hearing workers and machines around the clock

May 16, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn.– Construction season is fully underway and you can expect plenty of detours throughout the summer. Work in Moorhead will have employees hammering throughout the night. Construction is nothing new in our area, but some residents in Moorhead will be hearing workers and machines around the clock. Starting June 4 the Moorhead railroad underpass project will have a new…

Thousands of Kids Lace Up Their Sneakers for Youth Run

The Youth Run is just one event in the week of Fargo Marathon activities

May 16, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Even though the big race is two days away, kids get their own version of the 15th Annual Fargo Marathon at the Youth Run. Thousands of kids take part in the run with the option to do a half mile or full mile. TNT led everyone through some warm up exercises and dance–off. After the run, each kid…