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Three People Killed When Young Driver Loses Control Near Hankinson

North Dakota Highway Patrol says a 15-year-old boy overcorrected and lost control of his vehicle

HANKINSON, N.D. — Three people are dead after a young driver lost control of his vehicle and crashed into another vehicle south of Hankinson on I-29. North Dakota Highway Patrol says a 15-year-old boy from West Fargo overcorrected and lost control of his vehicle. It crossed the median and hit a vehicle killing the 24-year-old female driver and a 5-year-old…

Devils Lake Motorized Bicycle Rider Dies In Minot Hospital

Wade Vetter went through a red light and ran into driver's side of a car on Monday

MINOT, N.D. — Authorities say a man who was riding a motorized bicycle that collided with a car in Devils Lake has died. The North Dakota Highway Patrol says 53-year-old Wade Vetter, of Devils Lake, died Saturday in a Minot hospital. The accident happened about 2:32 p.m. Monday. The patrol says Vetter went through a red light and ran into…

Country Singing Star Praises Local Businesses After His Bus Breaks Down

Neal McCoy was heading from North Dakota Country Fest in New Salem to the Hodag Country Festival in Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Neal McCoy and Businesses That Helped Him Get Back On The RoadFARGO, N.D. — A country music star heading from North Dakota Country Fest in New Salem to the Hodag Country Festival in Rhinelander, Wisconsin breaks down near Valley City. Neal McCoy got some help from a company in West Fargo and another in Fargo. Luckily he broke down in…

Moorhead Teen Hurt By Boat Propeller

19-year-old Claire Holland had jumped off of the pontoon

VERGAS, Minn. — A Moorhead teen was hit by a boat propeller on Loon Lake near Vergas on Saturday night. Otter Tail County authorities say 19-year-old Claire Holland had jumped off of the pontoon then tried to get back on when she was hit by the propeller. Holland’s left thigh was cut. She was flown to Sanford in Fargo for…

North Dakota Horse Park Gallops Into New Season of Racing

One man enjoys going to the horse races with his family

FARGO, N.D. — For as long as he can remember, Doug Kesler has loved watching horse races. “I’ve been to quite a few race tracks, and I was actually born in Harvey, and there used to be a really good race track in Fessenden at one time, so I’ve been around horse all my life. I just like the races, it’s…

Red River Market Opens for Season

People love the food and community feel alike

FARGO, N.D. — The Red River Market opened up for another season, and there’s no shortage of things people love. “You’re eating fresh produce from the area, antioxidants, better for your immune system, but even more so it’s the sense of community. You see the same people, you know what you’re getting. It’s a lot of friends and family, definitely supporting…

Creatively Uncorked Holds Open Studio

They have open studios in conjunction with the Red River Market

FARGO, N.D. — Creatively Uncorked holds open studio in conjunction with the Red River Market. People can pop in and paint whatever they want. They also have classes, some of which have a theme, or an instructor can teach everyone how to create one specific painting. If you want to show your furry friends some love, there are even opportunities to…

Red River Zoo Opens Interactive “Modern Farming” Exhibit

The new play space lets kids learn more about agriculture and farming

FARGO, N.D. — The Red River Zoo is opening up a new exhibit to teach kids about the wonders of agriculture. Kids can explore tractors, play with toys and learn fun facts about what crops everyday objects come from. The Red River Zoo partnered with the North Dakota Soybean Council, Corn Utilization Council, and NDSU Extension Soil Health to create the…

Horse Shows at the Red River Valley Fair

Some riders will be competing for the first time

WEST FARGO, N.D. — If you want to see horses this weekend, head over to the Red River Valley Fair. The Alpha Equus English Riders Club is having horse shows, and some of the riders are competing for the first time. Organizers say horseback riding can be for people of all ages. A few dozen horses are involved with the dressage…

Essentia NICU Nurse Gets Surprise Celebration

Vicki Holtan has been a NICU nurse for 40 years

FARGO, N.D. — Vicki Holtan, who’s been a NICU nurse for 40 years, got quite the surprise from her family and co-workers. “We said we’re going to a Redhawks game, we’re at the lake… We said we’re going to take a day away from the lake and go to a Redhawks game, which is probably a little suspicious but she went…