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Fargo Man Hopes This Year’s AirSho Captivates a New Generation of Pilots

Paul Bernabucci has been on the AirSho committee since 1995

FARGO, N.D. — Every spin of the propeller and roar of the engine gives many people different reasons to be excited about the Fargo AirSho, ranging from the Blue Angels to the people and new technology. But for one man, the mere mention of an airshow revs up his engines. “Oh I can’t miss an airshow. I’ll drive long distances to…

Kilstone Brewing Holds “Pups on the Patio” Fundraiser

They had a costume contest for dogs

FARGO, N.D. — Kilstone  Brewing teamed up with “4 Luv of Dog Rescue” to raise awareness about rescuing animals in need. They had a puppy photo booth, along with a costume contest for dogs. There were free samples of homemade dog treats. Every person who registered got a free beer. “There are far too many dogs and cats out there that…

“A Cause For Cassie” Raises Money for Woman Battling Breast Cancer

Cassie Kraft still has several more rounds of chemotherapy

FARGO, N.D. — People gathered at Slammers Sports Bar to raise money for a woman battling breast cancer. Cassie Kraft, who has a family history of cancer, was recently diagnosed and has several more rounds of chemotherapy and surgery. Funds raised from the silent auction will help pay for her medical bills. The organization “Lend a Hand Up” is also matching…

Governor Burgum Jumps from 12,000 Feet to Kick Off Fargo AirSho

Burgum also sworn in a Fargo man as he re-enlists in the Navy

FARGO, N.D. — Thousands of people focused their eyes on the skies at the first Fargo Airsho in three years. Governor Doug Burgum kicked off the festivities by skydiving more than 12,000 feet. Burgum was paired with retired U.S. Navy Seal Jim Woods, who has completed more than 20,000 dives in his lifetime. The Governor leaped with the United States Navy…

Scheels, Other Vendors Roll Out Latest Technology at Hunting Expo

The fifteenth annual expo featured a shooting range and dog diving competition

FARGO, N.D. — People had the chance to try out state–of–the–art hunting technology at Scheels’ fifteenth annual Federal Hunting Expo. Several different vendors set up shop to let people try out new gear like flashlights, telescopes, and firearms. In addition to the expo, people could watch dogs from all over the area jump into a pool and compete for prizes. Staff…

Baby Camel Overcomes Challenges at Birth to Make Debut at Red River Zoo

Zookeepers enlisted the help of the Minnesota Zoo to make sure she got plasma

FARGO, N.D. — On a stormy June night, a baby Bactrian Camel made her way into the world. But soon after she was born, zookeepers noticed something was off when she tried to feed off her mother. “They usually start to nurse within the first five to eight hours, so we were a little concerned. We wanted to give her as…

Davies High School Dance Team Raises Money for Competition

They held a car wash with at-will donations

FARGO, N.D. — Th dance team at Davies High School held a car wash to raise money to pay for some expenses. They say they hope to raise about $1,000. The team says they had about 30 cars come in at the mid–afternoon point. They took free–will donations, and they’re hoping to attend the national competition in Orlando in a few…

Navy Sailors Serve Breakfast and Lunch to People at the Salvation Army

The lunch was part of Navy Week

FARGO, N.D. — Ten members of the U.S. Navy served up smiles while helping feed people lunch at the Salvation Army. Sailors from the U.S.S. Constitution and U.S.S. North Dakota took part, giving people mac–and–cheese, salad, bread and pastries. As part of Navy Week, the sailors look to continue a tradition of taking part in at least one community service project,…

Mayor Tim Mahoney Goes Skydiving at Fargo Airsho

He says this is his first time skydiving

FARGO, N.D. — Mayor Tim Mahoney went on a tandem skydive with the U.S. Navy Seals Leap Frogs ahead of the Fargo Airsho. “It was exciting, The team was fantastic. It was quite a rush when you jump out and you’re just free-floating. Had a great time, and the best part of it was looking at Fargo. How great Fargo looks,…

Two Under Arrest For Breaking Into Garages

20 year-old Heather Badar and 19 year-old Alexander Wilkie were found hiding in a garage in the 2600 blk. of 36th Ave. S.

FARGO (KFGO) – A Moorhead woman and a man with no permanent address were arrested by Fargo police early Fri. morning for breaking into eight garages in apartment complexes. 20 year-old Heather Badar and 19 year-old Alexander Wilkie were found hiding in a garage in the 2600 blk. of 36th Ave. S. Police say they got into the first garage…