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Country Star Thomas Rhett Coming to the Alerus Center

He will be joined by rising stars Brett Young and Russell Dickerson

  GRAND FORKS, ND — If you’re looking for an “Unforgettable” night, listen up. Country star Thomas Rhett is bringing his “Life Changes” tour to Alerus Center in Grand Forks on Thursday, May 3. He will be joined by rising stars Brett Young and Russell Dickerson. Tickets go on sale Friday morning at 10 at the Alerus Center Box Office…

Officials Say Coyote Spotted in South Fargo Likely Harmless

Leier says they usually don't pose a threat to people or pets

  FARGO, ND — A coyote has been spotted in a south Fargo neighborhood. But Game and Fish Biologist Doug Leier says people shouldn’t be overly concerned. The coyote has been spotted in the Woodhaven development west of I-29 and south of 40th Avenue South. Leier says coyote-sightings in the city are not all that uncommon. He says typically, they…

Prince Heirs Asking for Removal of Estate Management Company

The three are upset that Comerica recently removed the contents of Prince's vault

  NATIONAL — Three heirs of Prince are asking a judge to remove the company that is managing his estate. Sharon and Norrine Nelson, the late music superstar’s half sisters, and their brother, John R. Nelson, filed a motion Friday to remove Comerica Bank & Trust as estate executor. The three are upset that Comerica recently removed the contents of…

CenturyLink Ordered to Reform Billing Practices in Minnesota

A spokesman says the company is pleased it could work with Swanson's office to agree on the order

  MINNESOTA — CenturyLink has been ordered to reform its television and internet sales and billing practices. Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson filed a lawsuit against the company in July for allegedly overbilling customers after quoting lower rates. A man from Blaine was quoted a base monthly rate of $39.97 for television service, but was charged a base rate of…

Fargo Man Identified Among Victims of Head-On Crash Near Valley City

A passenger in the pickup was taken to the hospital in Valley City with minor injuries

  VALLEY CITY, ND — The highway patrol has released the names of those killed last week in a wrong-way head-on crash on I-94 near Valley City. Their report shows that 35-year-old Kerseh Grupee of Fargo was driving westbound in the eastbound lane when he collided head-on with a pickup early Wednesday. Grupee and the driver of the pickup, 31-year-old…

Arrests Made in Fargo Drive-By Shooting

Oscar Kayee, 26 YOA, residing in West Fargo, and Ryan N. Kitch, 21 YOA, with no permanent address were arrested for Conspiracy to Commit Robbery and Conspiracy to Commit Attempted Murder, both class A felonies.

FARGO, ND — Fargo Police make an arrest in a weekend “drive-by shooting”. Officers were called to the area near 1500 East Gateway Circle South Sunday afternoon. Two vehicles were involved, a white passenger car and a red sports utility vehicle. Officers interviewed witnesses at the scene and recovered two spent handgun casings. Eventually, the red SUV ended up in West Fargo near 9 St….

From Being a Felon to Gaining a Future

Eric Bridges attributes part of getting back on his feet to his case manager Amy Feland

FARGO, ND — Eric Bridges was left homeless last year after getting out of prison. To get his life together, he turned to resources in the metro including the United Way and the Lakes and Prairies Community Action Partnership. Filling out a job application was different for Eric Bridges. “Once they get that and see you have a felony, they don’t…

Hjemkomst Center Lets People Try Foods from the Bible

brunch included many Mediterranean dishes

MOORHEAD, Minn. — During the era in which the St. John’s Bible takes place, there was no such thing as coffee, sugar, chocolate or potatoes. The Hjemkomst Center gave people the chance to experience what food was like during that time period at a “Foods in the Bible” fundraiser. Much of the food included Mediterranean dishes including lamb, goat, cheese and…

“Trunk-Or-Treat” Offers a More Accessible Halloween Celebration

The event offers a safe trick-or-treating venue for all kids and families

FARGO, ND — Not all families are able to take part in the typical night of trick-or-treating. It’s why hundreds of families stopped by a parking lot in costume for a more accessible Halloween celebration. It’s that time of year for favorite superheroes, monsters and having fun. But many parents said the usual door-to-door trick-or-treating has its challenges for disabled…

Men Caught In The Middle Of Robbing Cenex

Both Men Are In Custody And Face Robbery Charges

GRAND FORKS, ND — Two men who were attempting to rob Cenex on South Washington Street in Grand Forks were caught in the act by police. They were alerted to the store by a hold up alarm around 5:50 Friday night. Police took 25-year-old Mussa Bawazer of East Grand Forks and 20-year-old Ahmed Salim of Grand Forks into custody. They…