Local News

Multiple Tornadoes and Touchdowns in the Area

There were brief touchdowns near Wahpeton, Breckenridge, and Rostad

FARGO, N.D.– Three storms produced multiple tornado warnings to the surrounding area. There were brief touchdowns near Wahpeton, Breckenridge, and Rostad. As far as we know there is no damage from the storms, but the idea of a tornado might be scary for some people. A waitress at a bar in Sabin, Minnesota, who is originally from Las Vegas, said she…

Fire At West Central Ag Elevator Quickly Put Out, Damage Not Severe

Polk County Sheriff's Office got the call about the fire around 1:45 Tuesday afternoon

BELTRAMI, MN — A fire at West Central Ag elevator in Beltrami, Minnesota was quickly put out and caused no severe damage. Polk County Sheriff’s Office got the call about the fire around 1:45 Tuesday afternoon. A number of departments responded and quick action by both the Beltrami Fire Department and Fertile Fire Department lead to the fire being quickly extinguished….

United Way Kicks Off 21st Annual School Supply Drive

You can donate until August 1

FARGO, N.D. — Pens and paper might not mean much to you at first glance, for many students in Cass and Clay counties, it makes a huge difference when they start school. United Way is kicking off its annual school supply drive. Showing up to the first day of school with the right supplies is not only necessary, but also…

Heavy Rain Leads to Street Flooding, Swimming in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. – More heavy rain caused street flooding in Fargo-Moorhead. Crews have closed Elm Street North in Fargo due to rising Red River water. Flooding in the streets stalled some vehicles and engulfed parking lots near 13th Avenue and 42nd Street South. Some, however, don’t see the flooding as an issue, but rather as an opportunity to be seized….

Barnes County Issues Warning After Heavy Rainfall

If you see a road hazard that is not marked, contact Barnes County Dispatch at 701-845-8181

BARNES CO., ND — Barnes County Emergency Management is asking that you use caution when traveling on county and township roads. Do not attempt to drive through water and do not drive around barricades. If you see a road hazard that is not marked, contact Barnes County Dispatch at 701-845-8181. Categories: Local News, North Dakota News Tags: barnes county, COUNTY,…

Wet Start To RRVF, Cricket Dish on Display

WEST FARGO, N.D. – It was a gloomy beginning for the Red River Valley Fair. Despite the chance of thunderstorms, officials say the fair will go on as planned and there are no safety concerns. If you were one of the fairgoers willing to brave a little bit of rain, you may be daring enough to try some brand new, out-of-the-ordinary…

Pedestrian Bridges Close Due to Rising River Levels

The Pedestrian Bridge at Lindenwood Park has been raised, the floating Bridge at Dike East and the Kayak Launch have been removed

FARGO, N.D. — Due to the rising Red River, preventative steps are being taken to ensure safety to those who use the river trails. Starting on July 9th, the Fargo Park District and the City of Moorhead will be raising the pedestrian bridge, and removing the adaptive kayak launch and floating bridge at dike east in Lindenwood Park. The pedestrian…

Heavy Rain Causes Basements to Flood in the Area

Arlyn Lang had half an inch of water in his basement in Moorhead.

MOORHEAD, Minn.– The heavy rain is causing problems for some people’s homes in the area. “Yeah it’s a mess,” says homeowner Arlyn Lang. Arlyn Lang had half an inch of water in his basement in Moorhead. He is just one person of many across the metro seeing flooding in the basement. When it rains heavily, a lot of water can…

Slayer Hopes To “Slay” Fargo Crowd During Farewell Tour Stop

The band will be joined by Primus, Ministry, and Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals

FARGO, ND — The thrash metal band “Slayer” is heading out on its farewell tour and they are planning a stop at the Fargodome. You can catch them on November 17th in Fargo or two days earlier at the Denny Sanford Center in Sioux Falls. The band will be joined by Primus, Ministry, and Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals….