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The Importance of Donating Organs on National Organ Donation Day

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

February 14, 2018

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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

February 14, 2018

Alison Voorhees,

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

February 14, 2018

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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

February 14, 2018

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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

February 14, 2018

TJ Nelson,

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…

St. Cloud Priest Accused Of Sexual Misconduct

Priest is Jailed In Stearns County

February 14, 2018

TJ Nelson,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. — A priest in the Diocese of St. Cloud has been arrested for sexual misconduct. The Rev. Anthony Oelrich is jailed in Stearns County and is scheduled for a court appearance. A statement from Bishop Donald Kettler says the investigation into the sexual misconduct involves a woman. Kettler placed Oelrich on administrative leave and suspended him pending…

West Fargo To Stop Sounding Sirens At Noon

While Weekday Sirens Will End, Monthly Tests Will Continue

February 14, 2018

TJ Nelson,

WEST FARGO, N.D. — The weekday noon siren sound in West Fargo is about to come to an end. Beginning Monday, West Fargo will no longer sound the warning siren at noon each weekday. The daily siren has been found to dilute the effectiveness of the warning system. The last day of the daily noon whistle will be on Friday….

Congressman Kevin Cramer Plans To Announce Political Plans Soon

Reconsidering His Decision To Not Run For U.S. Senate In North Dakota

February 14, 2018

TJ Nelson,

Republican North Dakota Congressman Kevin Cramer says he will make an announcement regarding his future political plans in a matter of days. In an interview with KFGO News, Cramer confirmed that he is reconsidering an earlier decision not to seek the GOP endorsement to challenge Democratic Sen. Heidi Heitkamp. In January, Cramer said that he wouldn’t run for the senate,…

School District To Conduct Independent Investigation At Richland 44

Allegations Of Hazing In The Boy's Locker Room

February 14, 2018

TJ Nelson,

COLFAX, N.D. — The school district where potential student misbehavior is the subject of a criminal investigation has decided to conduct an independent investigation. The board of the Richland 44 district in Colfax has approved the move. Superintendent Tim Godfrey has said the alleged misbehavior happened in the boys’ locker room. An 18-year-old senior said he witnessed what he called…

Sabin Teen Charged With Assaulting Clay County Deputies

Brady Allan Adrian, 19, is charged with five counts of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer.

February 14, 2018

Site Staff,

SABIN, MN — A Clay County teenager is charged with five felonies after an officer involved shooting last weekend. Brady Allan Adrian, 19, is charged with five counts of fourth-degree assault of a peace officer. Two counts for demonstrable bodily harm. Three counts for throwing or transferring bodily fluids or feces at or onto an officer. Adrian’s bail was set…