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Church Uses Glitter Ash to Support LGBTQ Community on Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday is a day that Christians receive a cross of ash on their foreheads to begin the 40 days of reflection and repentance in preparation for Easter

March 6, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. –A local church is using Ash Wednesday to help support the acceptance of the LGBTQ community. Ash Wednesday is a day that Christians receive a cross of ash on their foreheads to begin the 40 days of reflection and repentance in preparation for Easter. Glitter and Ash blends the symbols of mortality and hope, and represents that someone…

Sheyenne High School Students Raise Money for Playground in West Fargo

"Opportunities at Play" is a group that promotes access to inclusive playgrounds so that all children can have the freedom to play

March 6, 2019

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WEST FARGO, N.D. –Sheyenne High School students are raising money to build a new playground in West Fargo. “Opportunities at Play” is a group that promotes access to inclusive playgrounds so that all children can have the freedom to play. They’re raising money through t–Shirt sales. Shirts cost 15 dollars each with a portion of the proceeds going towards the…

MN Gov. Tim Walz Touts Education Budget Proposal at M State in Moorhead

The Governor is calling for an increase of State Grants and tuition assistance

March 6, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. -Long before he became the Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz was a high school teacher in Mankato. “Our students understand that he understands work, and so do our faculty, so when he’s been in the classroom trying to help students of all academic abilities meet and achieve their dreams, they know he’s coming at it from a place…

China Buys 10 Metric Tons of U.S. Soybeans, Sen. Smith Says It May Not Be Enough

March 6, 2019

Site Staff,

BREAKING: In Oval Office meeting today, the Chinese committed to buy an additional 10 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans. Hats off to @POTUS for bringing China to the table. Strategy is working. Show of good faith by the Chinese. Also indications of more good news to come. — Sec. Sonny Perdue (@SecretarySonny) February 22, 2019 WASHINGTON – Agriculture Senator Sonny…

MN Gov. Walz Serves Up Sweet Treats at Moorhead Dairy Queen

March 6, 2019

TJ Nelson,

MOORHEAD, Minn. – Customers at the iconic Moorhead Dairy Queen on Main Avenue Tuesday night got a surprise. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz spent some time behind the counter and helping out and shared pictures on Facebook. He helped hand dip some dilly bars which originated at this location in the 1950’s. The owners, Troy and Diane DeLeon, say they served 4,000…

Sen. Tina Smith Pushing For Farm Bill Provisions To Be Implemented

March 6, 2019

Site Staff,

WASHINGTON – Agriculture Sec. Sonny Perdue says dairy provisions in the farm bill will be implemented in June. Reports from the Federal Reserve Bank in Minneapolis shows farm bankruptcies are on the rise and Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith wants to make sure farmers have protections from low prices and revenue. The Democrat is also pushing for a new position she helped create…

Christians Wear Ashes to Signify Start of Lenten Season

Churches in the area try to offer various times throughout the day to receive ashes

March 6, 2019

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Lent begins and people are heading to church to receive the sign of the cross in ashes on their foreheads. Ash Wednesday marks the start of this 40 day experience for Christians. It includes fasting, almsgiving and prayer. A pastor at Holy Cross Catholic Church says even though it’s not a holy day of obligation, he…

More NDSU Graduates Taking Jobs in North Dakota, Minnesota

NDSU's Career Center says the recent class's median salary is nearly $50,000

March 6, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — A higher number of students from North Dakota State University have landed jobs in both Minnesota and North Dakota. A recent report from the NDSU Career Center says that 56% of graduates employed after college have jobs in North Dakota, while 31% work in Minnesota. Nearly 80% of those who come from North Dakota stayed in the Peace…

Man Officially Charged With Setting Breckenridge House On Fire

The fire caused minimal damage

March 6, 2019

TJ Nelson,

BRECKENRIDGE, MN — A man has been charged with arson for setting fire to the Breckenridge home he was staying in on Sunday. Police found 30-year-old Solomon Wierman in the driveway. He appeared confused and had been drinking. Court documents state that Wierman, who has a history of mental illness, told police that he started the fire in the bedroom where…

“Lucky for Life” Winning Ticket Sold In Fargo

Meanwhile, $1.5 Billion "Mega Millions" Winner Comes Forward in South Carolina But Remains Anonymous

March 6, 2019

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — Someone is holding a Lucky for Life lottery ticket that was bought in Fargo. The state lottery says the ticket matched five white balls in the Monday night drawing. The ticket was sold at Cash Wise Foods on 13th Avenue South. The winner has the option of annuity payments of $25,000 a year for up to 20 years…