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Maker of Subsys Sued By Minnesota Attorney General

Lawsuit accuses drugmaker Insys Therapeutics of encouraging physicians to prescribe the painkiller at higher doses than recommended

May 30, 2018

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson is suing an Arizona-based pharmaceutical company alleging that it illegally marketed a painkiller made from the synthetic opioid fentanyl. The lawsuit accuses drugmaker Insys Therapeutics of encouraging physicians to prescribe the painkiller Subsys at higher doses than recommended. The drug is used to manage pain for cancer patients, but Swanson says…

Local Spellers Make It Through 3rd Round Of National Spelling Bee, But Their Journey Ends

8th graders from Fargo and Crookston Did Not Score Enough Points To Make The Finals

May 30, 2018

TJ Nelson,

Tobi Shorunke-Fargo/Ainsley Boucher-CrookstonWASHINGTON, D.C. — It was smooth sailing through round three of the spelling bee for Ben Franklin 8th grader Tobi Shorunke of Fargo. Shorunke easily spelled the word “deliverable” in round 3 and now moves on to the 4th round. He is the only speller from North Dakota to make this year’s spelling bee. Ainsley Boucher, an 8th…

Menards Worker Attempts To Abduct Child

Peter Groenhoff of Canby, Minnesota Was Arrested Sunday

May 30, 2018

TJ Nelson,

WATERTOWN, S.D. — A worker at Menards in Watertown, South Dakota has been arrested for trying to abduct a young child. Police say 35-year-old Peter Groenhoff of Canby, Minnesota attempted to abduct a 4-year-old child on Sunday afternoon. They say he grabbed the child and quickly walked away from the boy’s family. The child’s father pursued the man to an…

MN Gov. Dayton signs $1.4B bonding bill to fund construction projects

May 30, 2018

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP/KVRR) – Gov. Mark Dayton signed a $1.4 billion bonding bill Wednesday morning for construction projects around the state, despite some serious concerns. The bonding bill passed in the closing moments of the legislative session earlier this month. The bill borrows money and general obligation bonds to fund construction projects around the state. This year’s bill includes $825 million in…

LIVE: Kitten Shower

Good thing they always land on their feet.

May 30, 2018

Emily Welker,

No, kittens aren’t literally raining from the skies, although it must sure seem that way to the workers at Homeward Animal Shelter. Kitten season has hit hard and fast in the region, and the wave of kitties they’re swimming in at the shelter has given new meaning to the phrase “raining cats and dogs.” Right now there are 29 kittens…

LIVE: State of the Arts

The way arts and business intersect in the region drives millions of dollars in revenue.

May 30, 2018

Emily Welker,

The arts are a major driving force of the Red River Valley economy, and there’s no time like now to tap into that creative energy. That’s because the annual State of the Arts is coming up next month, and it’s where the art world of the region converges all in one place to stimulate ideas, share new projects, and find…

Detroit Lakes Department Store Norby’s to Close After 112 Years

They will have a final sale starting June 7

May 29, 2018

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DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Norby’s Department Store in Detroit Lakes has announced that after 112 years of business, they will be closing their doors. “I’m very disappointed. It’s just enjoyable to have a special little trip to come here, and the people there have been marvelous,” Marleen Krause, a shopper, said. “It’s going to be hard on the community, I…

Local Veterinarians Discuss the Dangers of Leaving Dogs in Cars During Hot Days

Temperatures have been on the rise in the 80's and 90's and so have the number of calls to police reporting animals locked inside cars

May 29, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Temperatures have been on the rise in the 80’s and 90’s and so have the number of calls to police reporting animals locked inside cars. “This time of year we seem to get more calls for service for animals left in vehicles especially on hot days, and it’s a concern for both our department and the citizens…

Dilworth Thrift Store Owner Takes to Social Media to Catch Shoplifters

Jazzy and Mumbo's Animal Aid Thrift Store owner plans on pressing charges against shoplifter

May 29, 2018

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DILWORTH, Minn. — In her time as the owner of Jazzy and Mumbo’s Animal Aid Thrift Store in Dilworth, Wendy Cowan knows the many tricks shoplifters have up their sleeves. “They take things to the bathroom, try it on, then never come back out with it, they’ll put it in their bag, or wear it out. We found hangers inside pants,…

Lakes Area Heart Walk to be Held May 31st

It's one of many heart walks across the country

May 29, 2018

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DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — The American Heart Association (AHA) will be hosting its Lakes Area Heart Walk on Thursday, May 31 to raise money to save lives from heart attack and stroke. The event will start at 5 P.M. at Detroit Lakes Pavilion, and survivors will also be sharing their stories. Organizers estimate about 300 people will participate in the walk….