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Brian Sokolovsky Wins Fargo Public School’s “Support Staff of the Year”

Delivery driver has worked with the district since 2014

April 18, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Brian Sokolofsky moves many school supplies across Fargo, but little did he know a new delivery would come his way. Sokolofsky becomes the fifth recipient of Fargo Public Schools’ “Support Staff of the Year Award”, which recognizes an unsung hero who goes above and beyond for the school district. “Brian’s personality, his work ethic, his compassion for people,…

Herberger’s Stores Will Be Liquidated

Parent company Bon Ton is going out of business

April 18, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — If you regularly shop at Herberger’s, you may have to find a new store to go to in a few months. Its parent company Bon Ton has declared bankruptcy and will liquidate all of its stores. Bon Ton owns over 260 stores across the country, including Bergner’s, Boston Store, Younkers. Herberger’s has locations across North Dakota and Minnesota,…

“Meowmaste” Brings Together Cats and Yoga in West Fargo

All of the cats that accompanied the yoga participants came from the Homeward Animal Shelter

April 18, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — If you’re looking for a positive yoga experience, then why don’t you try to relax with some cats by your side? Homeward Animal Shelter and Healing Touch Chiropractic celebrate the one–year anniversary of “Meowmaste”, which helps people find their Zen with the help of their feline friends. Several cats prowled around the yoga studio to provide several…

Two Arrested After Drug Trafficking Investigation In Becker County

Authorities seized almost a pound of suspected heroin and cocaine mixed with fentanyl

April 18, 2018

TJ Nelson,

BECKER COUNTY, Minn. — Another massive drug trafficking investigation has resulted in two more arrests in Becker County. 45-year-old Dawn Kier of Mahnomen and 34-year-old Craig Jackson of Ogema are being held on possession of controlled substance charges. Authorities seized almost a pound of suspected heroin and cocaine mixed with fentanyl and $20,000 in cash. They say more arrests are…

Walhalla Man Killed After Rolling His Pickup In Pembina County

The man overcorrected on a curve, lost control and was thrown

April 18, 2018

TJ Nelson,

PEMBINA COUNTY, N.D. — A 53-year-old Walhalla man is dead tonight after rolling his pickup on Pembina County Road 1. The highway patrol says the crash happened around 2 o’clock this afternoon. The man overcorrected on a curve, lost control and was thrown. The vehicle caught fire and burned. The man was taken to the hospital in Pembina where he…

Jeremiah’s Program Holds Annual “Generation Builders” Luncheon

Jeremiah's Program helps single mothers in poverty

April 18, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Jeremiah’s Program held its “Generation Builders” luncheon to highlight the progress since the opening of its new campus. Jeremiah’s Program helps single mothers in poverty by preparing them for the workplace and readying their children for school. Its new campus opened four months ago. It includes 20 apartments and an on–site child development center. One of the mothers…

Court Dismisses Lawsuits Brought Against Cass County Jail By Four Inmates

Jail officials say they respect the religious rights of all inmates

April 18, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — Lawsuits filed by four inmates of the Cass County Jail, demanding hundreds of millions of dollars, have been dismissed in District Court. In the first case filed in 2016, three inmates had accused several staff members of intentionally and secretly serving pork after they had notified the jail of religious restrictions. The jail had actually…

Task Force Will Address Richland 44 School Concerns

hazing allegations led to juvenile court referrals

April 18, 2018

TJ Nelson,

COLFAX, N.D. — The board of Richland 44 High School, where hazing allegations led to juvenile court referrals, is forming a task force to address concerns in an independent report by a Minneapolis law firm. The report released earlier this month found issues with school policies, training and supervision. The task force will be comprised of faculty, parents and students….

Driving Ranges To Open Friday At The Meadows And Village Green

Courses Open For The Season on Sunday

April 18, 2018

TJ Nelson,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Here’s some good news for those itching to get back on the golf courses. The Meadows and Village Green Public Golf Courses will open their Driving Ranges on Friday morning at 10. Both Moorhead courses will officially open for the season on Sunday morning at 10. Cart use will depend on the weather. Fargo Park District plans…

80 Years of Comics: Action Comics Releases its 1,000th Issue

Comic book experts say it's rare for many comic book companies to ever get over 50 issues let alone accomplish this kind of achievement

April 18, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Action Comics released its first comic book in 1938 with the first appearance of Superman. 80 years later, Action Comics is releasing its 1,000th issue. Comic book experts say it’s rare for companies to ever get to 50 issues let alone accomplish this kind of achievement. To celebrate, Action Comics’ #1000 issue is available for $8, doesn’t have…