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Amber Alert Cancelled, Suspect in Custody

Grand Forks County sheriff's Lt. B.J. Maxson says a relative brought Jaylee Azure and the 21-year-old woman suspected of taking her to the sheriff's office Thursday night.

August 3, 2018

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP/KFGO) – Authorities say an 18-month-old girl reported missing in Grand Forks has been found safe. Grand Forks County sheriff’s Lt. B.J. Maxson says a relative brought Jaylee Azure and the 21-year-old woman suspected of taking her to the sheriff’s office Thursday night. Maxson says the girl was not injured, and Jasmine Davis has been taken into…

Annual Rise Above Seizures Walk Brings Families and Teams Together to Show Support

According to the Epilepsy Foundation one in every 26 people have epilepsy

August 2, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Whether you have epilepsy or know someone who does, all different people came out to show support and provide encouragement. KVRR’s Jessie Cohen went to the annual Rise Above Seizures Walk and tells us how people in the community are continuing their encouragement. “It’s really important for us to have this night where people with epilepsy…

West Fargo Police Department Introduces New Cultural Liaison Officer

Officer Ryan Feltman will work with different cultural groups in West Fargo

August 2, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — After becoming the West Fargo Police Chief more than a year ago, Chief Heith Janke says one of his goals was to bridge the gap between the department and New Americans in his city. “We have a large New American population, and from the police department, we weren’t doing enough to interact and build those relationships, and…

New Members Elected to the Richland 44 School Board After Recall Election

August 2, 2018

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COLFAX, N.D. – Scott Hendrickson, Amy Lehmann and Jody Lingen won seats on the Richland 44 School Board after a recall election Thursday night. Incumbents Lisa Amundson, Josh Mjoness and Sarah Myers were voted out. The school was recently part of a hazing and sexual misconduct investigation. The perception of Colfax may be a slightly tainted from the controversy the…

Congressman Kevin Cramer Visits the Chamber to Discuss Updates from Congress

Cramer believes wages and economic growth have been pushed higher and revenue to the government is rising

August 2, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Congressman Kevin Cramer makes a visit to the Fargo West Fargo Moorhead Chamber to discuss updates from Congress. He says the economy is in an exciting place, with more job openings than people looking for work. Cramer believes wages and economic growth have been pushed higher and revenue to the government is rising. He says there is…

Woodlawn Water Tower Gets a Makeover

It's part of a project that started five years ago

August 2, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — The City of Moorhead unveils a new and improved look for the Woodlawn Water Tower. The redesign is part of a project started by an artist, who brought the idea to city officials five years ago. It includes remodeling Oakport Tower, South Moorhead Tower and the I–94 Tower. Each neighborhood gets to pick which design will go on…

Healing Arts Chiropractic Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Remodeling

The building now has a new front door and artwork hanging on the wall

August 2, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Healing Arts Chiropractic in Fargo celebrated its 15th anniversary with a complete face lift to its office. The remodeling includes a new entrance at the front of the building facing 32nd Avenue South and new artwork on the walls. In the last fifteen years, Healing Arts has grown from only having one doctor to having a staff of…

Dairy Queen Celebrates Miracle Treat Day

With each Dairy Queen Blizzard sold, one dollar or more will go toward Children's Miracle Network

August 2, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D.– Fifty Dairy Queens across North Dakota and the northwest part of Minnesota are teaming up with Children’s Miracle Network for Miracle Treat Day. With each Dairy Queen Blizzard sold, one dollar or more will go toward Children’s Miracle Network and benefit the children at Sanford Children’s Hospital. This is the 13th year the organizations have teamed up…

AMBER Alert For Girl Missing in Grand Forks is Canceled

Search for 18-month-old Jaylee Azure

August 2, 2018

Alison Voorhees,

UPDATE: The Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Office says the AMBER Alert for 19-month-old Jaylee Azure has been canceled. She has been found safe. GRAND FORKS, N.D. — The Grand Forks County Sheriff’s Department has issued an AMBER Alert. Shortly after 2:00, 18-month-old Jaylee Azure is believed to have been abducted from a social service office in Grand Forks. Authorities…

Grandson Convicted Of Killing Grandparents In Paynesville In March

Gregory Scheel pleaded guilty in Stearns County District Court

August 2, 2018

TJ Nelson,

Gloria & Willie Scheel, Gregory ScheelSTEARNS COUNTY, Minn. — A man has been convicted of killing his grandparents at a home he shared with them in central Minnesota. 33-year-old Gregory Scheel pleaded guilty in Stearns County District Court to two counts of first-degree murder. Scheel cried when he admitted to assaulting and murdering 93-year-old Willie and 80-year-old Gloria Scheel on…