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Support the Local Boy Scouts by Purchasing a Christmas Tree at Faith United Methodist

Boy Scout Troop #214 Are Selling Christmas Trees at Faith United Methodist Church to Raise Funds For Camp

December 7, 2017

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FARGO, ND — If you’re in the market for a Christmas tree and want to give back to a great organization at the same time, be sure to stop by Faith United Methodist Church in Fargo. Boy Scout troop #214 is selling four different types of Christmas trees along with wreaths. The money raised from the trees go to the…

Moorhead High School Carolers Help Rob with Weather at the Red Kettles

Two more gold coins were found in the kettles on Wednesday at NDSU and Family Fare on University Drive in Fargo

December 7, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — More gold coins have been found in the red kettles. Two, one-tenth ounce gold coins were donated over the weekend and are worth around $240. Two more gold coins were found in the kettles on Wednesday at NDSU and Family Fare on University Drive in Fargo. That brings this season’s total to five. TJ and Alison didn’t…

Chipotle to Offer Free Queso for Your Best “Cheesy” Holiday Sweater

Company officials say their first crack at selling queso was not a hit for customers

December 7, 2017

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NATIONAL — Fresh Tex-Mex chain restaurant Chiptole is giving queso lovers an offer that could be hard to refuse. On December 12, Chipotle is offering customers queso for free…as long as you order an entrée while wearing a “cheesy” holiday sweater. Company officials say their first crack at selling queso was not a hit for customers. Store feedback state…

Keillor Says MPR Fired Him Without a “Fair Investigation”

It says they alleged "multiple incidents,'' though only one claimed the behavior was directed at her

December 7, 2017

TJ Nelson,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Minnesota Public Radio insists it “carefully investigated” complaints from two people of “inappropriate behavior” by Garrison Keillor before it terminated its contracts with the creator of “A Prairie Home Companion.” MPR said the complaints came from two people formerly associated with the show. It says they alleged “multiple incidents,” though only one claimed the behavior was…

Fergus Falls Attorney Couple Dies in Apparent Murder-Suicide

They are 41-year-old Ryan Cheshire and his ex-wife, 41-year-old Sarah Cheshire

December 7, 2017

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FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — Fergus Falls Police have released the names of the two people found dead of an apparent murder suicide Wednesday night. They are 41-year-old Ryan Cheshire and his ex-wife, 41-year-old Sarah Cheshire. Fergus Falls Police say their initial investigation states Ryan first shot Sarah before turning the gun on himself. Ryan was the assistant district attorney for…

Fergus Falls Police Release Names Involved in Murder-Suicide

Police say they responded to a call for help from a friend of Sarah Cheshire's of a person not breathing

December 7, 2017

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FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — The Fergus Falls Police Department has released the names of the two people involved in what they are calling a murder-suicide at an apartment building Wednesday night. They say 41-year-old Ryan Cheshire shot and killed his ex-wife, 41-year-old Sarah Cheshire, before turning the gun on himself. The shooting happened at at 1447 Patterson Loop. Police…

Pet Connection: Meet Murphy

With his snow-white fur and senior status, he's kind of the Santa of dogs.

December 7, 2017

Emily Welker,

Murphy the Maltese mix might just be the perfect dog for the holiday season. With his soft white fur and big brown eyes, he could be a tiny little Saint Nick — or maybe just an animated cotton ball. Murphy, at 14, was given up by a family who couldn’t care for him any longer, and he’s looking for a…

Sen. Franken Will Speak From Senate Floor at 10:45 a.m.

A high-ranking Democrat says he expects Franken to resign in the wake of another sexual harassment allegation. Fox's Garrett Tenney reports from Washington.

December 7, 2017

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A tweet on Senator Franken’s account says he is with his family and plans to make an announcement in D.C. Thursday and quote: “Any reports of a final decision are inaccurate.” A high-ranking Democrat says he expects Franken to resign in the wake of another sexual harassment allegation. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp issued a statement on Twitter writing…

Supporters of Greywind Family Gather at Hearing for Suspect in Case

Hoehn's attorney asked the judge to set a trial date at the beginning of March, although no specific date has been set

December 6, 2017

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FARGO, ND — William Hoehn, the man accused of kidnapping and murdering 22–year–old Savanna Greywind, appeared in court today. Hoehn’s attorney asked the judge to set a trial date at the beginning of March, although no specific date has been set. It was a quick appearance in court, but that didn’t stop supporters from filling the court room and rallying…

NDSU Students Put Cybersecurity Skills to the Test

they hacked smoke detectors, coffee machines and drones

December 6, 2017

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FARGO, ND — NDSU students are testing their cybersecurity skills by hacking into all kinds of technical equipment. Some of what they were able to get into may surprise you. Hacking something like a household smoke detector may not be as difficult as you might think. “I was honestly surprised at how easy it was. I definitely thought it would’ve been…