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Sen. Tina Smith Calls Tribute to President George H.W. Bush “Inspiring”

She also says she's confident a Farm Bill can be passed by the end of the year

December 6, 2018

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) said the tribute to former President George HW Bush in Washington DC was very moving. Sen. Smith says it was special to several people, including all the living presidents, coming together to celebrate his life. She had the chance to talk with Jimmy Carter, and says the eulogy from President George W. Bush was…

Santa Village Brings Community Together with Holiday Activities for All Ages

Activities include ornament making, cookie decorating, and visiting Mr. and Mrs. Claus at their house

December 6, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. – Santa Village at Rheault Farm has activities that will put you in the memory-making spirit. Santa Village is a free event where families and friends can take part in holiday activities. Some of the activities include ornament making, cookie decorating, and visiting Mr. and Mrs. Claus at their house. Fargo Park District encourages visitors to donate non-perishable…

Massive Crane Set to Leave Downtown Fargo Block 9 Site by End of Day Friday

The Block 9 project will provide a brand-new parking ramp, 18 story tower, and a plaza

December 6, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. – The monstrous crane sitting at the Block 9 site is set to leave Downtown Fargo by the end of the day on Friday. The Borsheim crane, which can lift up to 900 tons and reach up to 350 feet, is the mobile crane helping to set the structure for the tower crane on the Block 9 project….

Early Morning Fire At South Fargo Restaurant

Firefighters had to break down the door to gain access and found a fire in one of the commercial kitchen ovens and were able to quickly extinguish the flames.

December 6, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. Doolittles Woodfire and Grill is back up and running after a small set back from an oven fire on Thursday. Around 2:30 am, the Fargo Fire Department responded to a small fire in a commercial oven after the alarm was set off. Firefighters broke down one door to get inside and were able to quickly extinguish the fire….

Moorhead Police Officers Brighten Some Holiday Spirits Through Toy-Shopping

Target and Affinity Family Credit Union pitched in for the holiday gifts

December 5, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. –For most kids, the best part of the holiday season is thinking of things they’d hope to find under the tree. But some kids get to use a taller set of eyes to find some special gifts to round out their wish–lists. “The idea is to pair officers with kids in the community for whatever reason may need…

New Charger in Moorhead Speeds Up Electric Car Charging for Travelers

The "fast charger" fuels up the car for a 200-mile journey in just 30 minutes

December 5, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — A new electric charger in Moorhead looks to set a trend for other cities located off highways. Located just off I–94, the new ZEF Energy fast charger allows drivers to stop into Moorhead and charge up their cars in a half hour. “We want to make sure that every single time you take a journey, you can take…

“Tree of Hope” Shines Brightly for Mental Health Awareness in North Dakota

One tree was lit outside West Acres, while others were lit in Jamestown and Bismarck

December 5, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — One of the brightest symbols for mental health awareness in the metro lights up in the sky for the first time this winter. The Tree of Hope is an initiative spearheaded by two groups, including Mental Health America of North Dakota, to help erase the stigma for mental health issues in North Dakota. Republican State Senator Judy Lee…

Fargo’s Old City Hall Building Will Take Six Weeks to Demolish

Demolition starts Dec. 10

December 5, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Fargo’s old city hall was built in 1955, but after serving the community for all these years, it’s time to say goodbye to the building. Pretty soon, all the concrete, copper and steel won’t be Fargo’s old city hall anymore, but it will be spread throughout the area. “All that will be reclaimed,” said Terry Stroh, with TL…

Red River Zoo Brings Community Together Through Holiday Nights

This event offers activities like free carousel rides, campfires, and strolling through twinkling lit paths

December 5, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. – The Red River Zoo is getting festive this holiday season with its second year of Holiday Nights. Holiday Nights brings people in the community together to enjoy wildlife and celebrate the holiday season accordingly. Some of the activities include free carousel rides, campfires on the patio, and strolling through the twinkling lit paths of the zoo. Holiday…

Family Fare Helps People Facing Hunger With Donation to Great Plains Food Bank

Local Family Fares and the SpartanNash Foundation are donating $6,600 to the Great Plains Food Bank

December 5, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Family Fare is changing the lives of people facing hunger this holiday season with a check made out to the Great Plains Food Bank. Local Family Fares and the SpartanNash Foundation are donating $6,600 to the Great Plains Food Bank. The money donated came from Family Fare’s scan campaign. The check will help provide nearly 20,000…