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16 St. Cloud Tech Students Suspended Following Large Fight

Police say around 20 officers responded to the initial call around noon Wednesday.

September 26, 2019

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ST. CLOUD, Minn.–Sixteen students at St. Cloud Tech High School have been suspended following a large-scale fight that led to a lockdown. Police say around 20 officers responded to the initial call around noon Wednesday. Police Chief Blair Anderson says several large fights erupted simultaneously. Several students suffered minor injuries. It wasn’t immediately clear what led to the melee. Assistant…

Moorhead’s Senior Safety Academy Preparing the Elderly In Case of a Medical Emergency

According to the CDC, heart disease and strokes cause 1 in 3 deaths in the United States

September 25, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Nearly a hundred seniors came out for this year’s Senior Safety Academy at the Hjemkomst Center. It’s all part of TRIAD’s efforts to get seniors, law enforcement and the community talking about healthy living for the elderly. “It’s really phenomenal that seniors are coming out to learn how to help themselves or have law enforcement help them,”…

Man Hospitalized After Stabbing in Moorhead; Suspect in Custody

The suspect is identified as 32-year-old Justin Dallas Cominghay.

September 25, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn.–A man is hospitalized with serious injuries after a stabbing in Moorhead on Tuesday. The Moorhead Police Department responded to the 900 block of 17 Street South at 8:57 p.m. for reports of a victim that had been stabbed. When officers arrived on scene the suspect was still on site and was arrested for suspicion of 1st degree assault….

Former Detroit Lakes Police Chief Shares His Rhythm With Audiences Across Country

Tim Eggebraaten was a law enforcement officer for nearly 28 years, but has always been a musician on the side

September 24, 2019

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DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — For Tim Eggabraaten, pursuing a love of music means helping others find the right rhythm. “The purpose of my message isn’t to go out and say ‘oh look at me’ or look at police officers or anything. There’s just a hunger for a positive message out there,” he said. He’s trying to feed plenty of positive…

Moorhead Looking to Sell City Hall Building, Renovate Downtown Area

The city is partnering with Fargo-based development company Roers

September 24, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Moorhead Center Mall has been around since the 1970’s, and some are saying it’s time to hit refresh. “The downtown location is ready for redevelopment. As you see what happens in the Fargo side and what has been happening, all that could be true for Moorhead,” said Roers CEO Jim Roers. City councilmembers are beginning to work…

Park Christian School Celebrates Renovation

The project added 16,000 square feet to the school campus

September 24, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Park Christian School is celebrating its 5.5 million dollar renovation. After a year and a half, the school now has 16,000 square feet of new construction. That includes 11 new classrooms and commons area, and a remodel of all other classrooms. The school president says with continued growth of their student body, a remodel like this was…

Terry Fator Cancels Bluestem Appearance, Plant & Smith Still Performing This Week

The promoter says all refunds will be provided at the point of purchase

September 24, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Bad news Terry Fator fans. He has had to cancel his show scheduled for Sunday at Bluestem Amphitheater due to unforeseen circumstances. The promoter says all refunds will be provided at the point of purchase. All credit or debit card purchases through the Tickets300 Box Office online or by phone will be refunded automatically. If you paid…

10 People Charged Following Investigation at Minnesota Care Center

The most serious charges include racketeering, swindling and manslaughter counts.

September 24, 2019

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MINNEAPOLIS–Minnesota’s attorney general has charged 10 people following an investigation into the death of a 58-year-old man at a northern Minnesota care center. The most serious charges include racketeering, swindling and manslaughter counts against Theresa Lee Olson, the former owner of the now-closed center, Chappy’s Golden Shores in Hill City. The defendants are also accused of bilking the state’s Medicaid…

MSUM Hosts #MeToo Seminar

September 23, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. – Minnesota State University Moorhead is working to minimize the number of people impacted by the Me Too movement. Students listened to professionals’ stories of sexual harassment in the workplace. The idea for the seminar came from MSUM’s Career Development Center and Women’s Center as a way to provide the students some advice outside of the classroom. The…

Phillips: Trump Allegation Merits Impeachment if Proven

Trump is accused of pressing Ukraine's leader to help investigate political rival Joe Biden.

September 23, 2019

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WASHINGTON–Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips says if it’s proven that President Donald Trump asked Ukraine to investigate a political opponent, it’s time for impeachment. Phillips, a freshman Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has been cautious about impeachment even as other House members have pushed hard for it. Trump is accused of pressing Ukraine’s leader to help investigate political rival…