FARGO, N.D. — Employees around the metro are putting on their sled hockey gear for a cause. Hope Inc. is an organization with 20 adaptive sports and recreation programs for kids and adults with mobility challenges. They’re having a sled hockey fundraiser to support the families who use their programs to keep fees low. Over $40,000 has been raised so far….
Tim Walz and Peggy FlanaganST. PAUL, MN — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan are launching a statewide tour on Monday. They will spend four days making 10 stops across the state to push their education proposal. It includes around $520 million for the per-pupil funding formula, $59 million for preschool and $26 million for school safety. He…
Bobbie Bishop and Walter WynhoffFERGUS FALLS, MN — One of two people charged with manslaughter in the death of a 6 year old boy in their care in April 2018 pleads guilty. 45-year-old Walter Wynhoff of Fergus Falls entered the plea in Otter Tail County District Court. 41-year-old Bobbie Bishop faces the same charges and has a hearing set for March…
LANGDON, ND — A man reported missing Saturday afternoon has been found dead in Langdon. The Cavalier County Sheriff’s Office says 23-year-old Conner Sander of Grand Forks was in town to referee the North Dakota Junior Gold Hockey Tournament and didn’t show up for his game at the Dakota Spirit Arena. About an hour after Sander was reported missing, his body…
FARGO, N.D. — The cold temperatures and stacks upon stacks of snow are leading people to daydream about a nice summer’s day. “Now more than ever people are thinking about those great June, July, August, September dates. Get out there, get on the water, get a new boat, get a better dock, or get a new camper or RV and get…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Rep. Collin Peterson hosted a town hall to hear from veterans. “I thought we’d made more progress in some of these areas, I’m leaving here with a long list of things that need to be worked on,” he said. That long list includes getting money for military funerals, healthcare and veterans’ homes. One idea proposed by State…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Ladies get to treat themselves to some quality sewing time away from life’s distractions. The Red Pine Quilt Shop is hosting their Winter Quilting Retreat at the Holiday Inn in Detroit Lakes. People can focus on working on a wide range of personal projects, from aprons to tote bags to blankets. There are also educational demos for…
FARGO, N.D. — There were plenty of cats in hats on hand to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s 115th birthday at Fargo Public Library. As part of Read Across America, kids listened to a reading of The Cat in the Hat while also taking part in several Dr. Seuss–themed activities. With more than sixty books including Green Eggs and Ham and The Lorax in his…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — 4 Luv of Dog Rescue is making it easier for pet owners to keep track of their four–legged friends. Throughout the morning, people could bring their dogs or cats in to get injected with a microchip that contains the owner’s information. The Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association says 52 percent of missing dogs who have a…
FARGO, N.D. — If you’re going to the F–M Visitors Bureau, you might notice a new display of Japanese dolls. The Northern Plains Botanic Garden Society put on the display after being gifted Hina dolls from the Japan–America Cultural Exchange Society. The dolls are used in an annual festival in Japan to bring good fortune to girls. The dolls are also…
