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LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Jake

Everything's Jake with a big sweetie like this in your life.

Ever hear the old saying, “Everything’s Jake”? It means everything is fine or a-okay. When you meet Jake, everything is, because he’s one of the calmest, most laid-back fellows we’ve ever had in studio for the Morning Show. He and 4 Luv of Dog founder Kish Hilmert joined Emily Welker live in studio to talk about Jake, who just recovered…

Kevin Cramer Making Senate Announcement at Bismarck Rally Friday

It's expected that Republican Cramer will run for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Heidi Heitkamp.

BISMARCK, ND — North Dakota Congressman Kevin Cramer will hold a rally on Friday for what he’s calling Senate announcement and rally. It’s expected that Republican Cramer will run for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Democrat Heidi Heitkamp. The announcement and rally are scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Friday at the Ramada Bismarck. Earlier this week, Cramer said…

Moorhead Burglary Ends In Suspect Being Stabbed

Both of the suspects are in custody. Police believe the residence was targeted by the suspects.

MOORHEAD, MN — Moorhead Police report that a suspected burglary overnight resulted in one of the suspects being hospitalized. Here is how Moorhead Police reported the incident: On February 14, 2018, at approximately 12:30 a.m., Moorhead Police responded to a reported burglary at 1020 18 Street South.  Officers learned that two male suspects forced open an apartment door and were…

“Ashes To Go” Provides Convenient, Welcoming Celebration of Ash Wednesday

This is the second year in a row it was held downtown Fargo

FARGO, N.D. — It can be tough to figure out when you’re going to get ashes on Ash Wednesday when you have a busy schedule. Thankfully, two churches had a quick fix for those trying to find the time. You didn’t even have to go to church to get blessed with ashes this Ash Wednesday. “We believe that God welcomes everyone…

MSUM Hopeful State Will Fund All Four Campus Renovation Proposals

A $17 million renovation of Weld Hall is the centerpiece of the combined proposals

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota legislators are about to return to St. Paul and debate Governor Dayton’s state bonding bill.  A few items on that list are proposed renovations to the MSUM campus.  The buildings on the MSUM campus are a mixture of old and new. The university says  renovations are needed to keep the older ones running efficiently and to…

The Importance of Donating Organs on National Organ Donation Day

One Abercrombie man encourages donations after his granddaughter, father donated organs

  FARGO, N.D. — Eight years ago, eleven–month–old Kirstin Cantler–Booke passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident. After her death, her parents were faced with an important decision. “The doctors informed us, informed my daughter and her boyfriend that be a candidate for organ donation. That’s what Life Source became involved. And my daughter and her boyfriend said…

One Woman’s Journey Surviving a Heart Attack

Fargo woman shares her survival story, hoping to inspire others

FARGO, N.D. — February is American Heart Month. The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Woman campaign is encouraging women to take their heart health seriously. One woman wanted to share her story to help others to be more aware. “Putzing around the house and whatever,” says Wentz. Mary Wentz, of Fargo, like many people on the weekend, was trying…

Fargo VA Hospital Allows Veterans to Show Off Their Artistic Talents

It was a part of the second annual Veterans Creative Arts Festival

FARGO, N.D. — Patients at the Fargo VA showed off their artistic skills at the second annual Veterans Creative Arts Festival. More than 50 pieces of artwork were on display including oil paintings, wood carvings and photography. Three professional judges critiqued each of the entries for composition, style and theme. The festival allows veterans a unique opportunity to express their…

Five Couples Compete in a “Not-So-Newlywed” Game on Valentine’s Day

Couples ranging from recently engaged to being married for 65 years answered questions about each other

FARGO, N.D. — Five couples competed against each other in a special version of the Newlywed Game. At Touchmark at Harwood Grove in Fargo, a wide variety of couples answered questions about each other and exchanged some laughs in the Not–So–Newlywed challenge. The game was meant to celebrate Valentine’s Day and showcase how love can last. One couple has been…

No Charges Will Be Filed In Airport Runway Death

Painting-Cart Was Hit After Midnight July 31 By Airport's Assistant Director

FARGO, N.D. — The assistant director of Hector International Airport will not be charged for a deadly crash on a runway last summer. Darren Anderson was driving on a closed runway after midnight July 31st when he collided with a painting-cart driven by an employee of a private contractor. Cass County prosecutor Ryan Younggren, who reviewed extensive police reports in…