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Burglary Investigation at Two Crookston Businesses

Police say it happened at Best Used Trucks and Valley Plains Equipment

CROOKSTON, Minn. — Crookston Police Department is investigating burglaries at two businesses over the weekend. Police say that someone broke into Best Used Trucks and Valley Plains Equipment sometime before Saturday morning at 7 a.m. They say it’s likely a vehicle was used to take the stolen items. If you saw someone or a vehicle around these businesses near that…

Redevelopment project planned for nearly abandoned Moorhead strip mall

CVS Pharmacy is the only business currently operating in the strip mall

    MOORHEAD, Minn. — An effort to revitalize a nearly abandoned building in a corner of Moorhead is underway. “It’s been kind of a tired corner for a while and so I think seeing some new projects, some new traffic drivers, an updated look is kind of exciting for everybody,” says Enclave developer Brian Bochman. An “updated look” of…

A virtual walk hopes to raise awareness about Huntington’s disease

For the walk, people are able to choose their own course and walk at their own pace.

NORTH DAKOTA & Minn. — Through the virtual walk, people can choose their own course and move at their own pace. Those with the local Chapter covering North Dakota and part of Minnesota, say because Huntington’s is a rare genetic disease, those affected don’t have a lot of support and treatment options. They hope that through this walk, although being…

Moorhead Police department partners with the DEA for a drug take-back event

Take back program helps in the disposal of potentially harmful prescription drugs

MOORHEAD, Minn. — The Moorhead police department offers a unique prescription drug drop off program to help people get rid of their; unwanted, unused or expired drugs hassle free. “This is the drug take back program that we have and what we do is we offer anybody who wants to bring any of their drugs or medications they’re not using…

DL Chamber discusses what businesses have accomplished despite the pandemic

This year's Detroit Lakes Economic Summit was all about business resiliency.

DETROIT LAKES, Minn-  The Detroit Lakes Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Economic Summit virtually to discuss what businesses in the city have been able to accomplish despite COVID-19. This year’s Detroit Lakes Economic Summit was all about business resiliency. “It’s just such a great topic because it just shows how you can keep moving forward. There’s always hurdles, but…

Recycle drop off sites in Moorhead are being contaminated

They've also seen an increase of illegal dumping of items like refrigerators and furniture.

MOORHEAD, Minn.- Moorhead Public Works is seeing an increase in contamination and illegal dumping at recycling drop off sites. Those in the department say they’ve seen contamination particularly in the plastic dumpsters. They’ve seen items such as pvc pipes, plastic bubble wrap, styrofoam and plastic bags. They’ve also seen an increase of illegal dumping of items like refrigerators and furniture….

LIVE: Pay it Forward Program

Keep moving forward through the uncertainty -- and help someone else get through it too.

It’s been a stressful year. But a program at the YMCA of Cass Clay that’s here to ease financial and mental strain on local families is here to help. The “Pay it Forward” program at the YMCA allows you to nominate someone you know for a fully sponsored membership. It can go to families struggling under financial hardship, dealing with…

Judge dismisses 3rd-degree murder charge against Derek Chauvin, other charges remain

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9)–A Hennepin County judge has dismissed the third-degree murder charge against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, but denied the defense’s motions to dismiss the other charges against him. Chauvin remains charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd. Judge Peter A. Cahill issued several critical rulings Thursday. He also denied the motions to dismiss…

Moorhead recycling drop-off sites experiencing high contamination rates

The City has four recycling drop-off sites for plastic, aluminum, glass, cardboard, newspaper, magazines and yard waste.

Photo Credit: City of MoorheadA recycling dumpster for plastic at the Southside drop-off site location that was overflowing with unrecyclable materials, including electronics, toys, and furniture. Due to high contamination, this bin was dumped at the landfill.MOORHEAD, Minn.–The City of Moorhead is urging residents to be mindful of the materials being dropped off at recycling sites throughout the city. The…

Klobuchar, McCain host virtual “Minnesota Women for Biden”

Klobuchar and McCain discussed why they think Biden is the best candidate for women, veterans and working families.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar and Cindy McCain connected virtually to hold a Minnesota Women for Biden virtual event. The two talked about why they thought Joe Biden would be the president for all Americans. That included talking about his support for veterans, women and working families. Klobuchar also said she is confident Biden is the candidate that…