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Minnesota Judge Grants Restraining Order Against Winter, Snow & Meteorologists

HENNEPIN COUNTY, Minn. (FOX 9) – A Minnesota judge has “granted” a temporary restraining order against winter ahead of another possible snowstorm. The parody temporary restraining order was filed Thursday by “Citizens of Minnesota” against “Minnesota Meteorologists, Old Man Winter and Mr. Snow.” Hennepin County Judge Kevin S. Burke, who appears to be just as fed up with the snow as the rest…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Aster

A fragile flower who's survived a lot.

It’s been said the strongest flower is one that blooms in adversity. (Actually, it was Mulan’s dad that said it.) But it’s often true, and it’s Aster the chihuahua mix is a beautiful example of it in real life. She came to 4 Luv of Dog rescue as an owner surrender with some serious health issues, ones her owner couldn’t…

National Weather Service Releases It’s Spring Flood Outlook

NWS says the risk for significant snowmelt flooding has further increased, running well above long term historical averages across the Red River and Devils Lake Basin.

GRAND FORKS, ND — Taking into account this weekends forecast for snow in our area, the National Weather Service has released it’s 2019 Spring Flood Outlook. NWS says the risk for significant snowmelt flooding has further increased, running well above long term historical averages across the Red River and Devils Lake Basin. They also says March snow and the indication…

Moorhead Boys’ Hockey Facing #1 Team In State Tonight on Antenna TV

They play tonight at 6:00 p.m. on Antenna TV, KVRR over the air 15.2.

MOOREHAD, MN — Tonight the Moorhead Spuds open up their bid for a state title in the class AA- tournament. In the random draw, Moorhead pulled the top-seeded Edina. They play tonight at 6:00 p.m. on Antenna TV, KVRR over the air 15.2. This is a showdown of the two hottest teams in the state. The Edina Hornets have won…

BBB of MN & ND Releases Top Scams for Regional and National Consumers

In 2018 alone, more than 900 consumers filed reports in Minnesota and North Dakota on the BBB's Scam Tracker

The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota is shedding some light on 2018’s top 10 scams for both our area and the entire U.S. In 2018 alone, more than 900 consumers filed reports in Minnesota and North Dakota on the Better Business Bureau’s Scam Tracker. Nearly 20 percent of those scams included online purchases. “One of the big…

MN Gov. Tim Walz Touts Education Budget Proposal at M State in Moorhead

The Governor is calling for an increase of State Grants and tuition assistance

MOORHEAD, Minn. -Long before he became the Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz was a high school teacher in Mankato. “Our students understand that he understands work, and so do our faculty, so when he’s been in the classroom trying to help students of all academic abilities meet and achieve their dreams, they know he’s coming at it from a place…

China Buys 10 Metric Tons of U.S. Soybeans, Sen. Smith Says It May Not Be Enough

BREAKING: In Oval Office meeting today, the Chinese committed to buy an additional 10 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans. Hats off to @POTUS for bringing China to the table. Strategy is working. Show of good faith by the Chinese. Also indications of more good news to come. — Sec. Sonny Perdue (@SecretarySonny) February 22, 2019 WASHINGTON – Agriculture Senator Sonny…

MN Gov. Walz Serves Up Sweet Treats at Moorhead Dairy Queen

MOORHEAD, Minn. – Customers at the iconic Moorhead Dairy Queen on Main Avenue Tuesday night got a surprise. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz spent some time behind the counter and helping out and shared pictures on Facebook. He helped hand dip some dilly bars which originated at this location in the 1950’s. The owners, Troy and Diane DeLeon, say they served 4,000…

Sen. Tina Smith Pushing For Farm Bill Provisions To Be Implemented

WASHINGTON – Agriculture Sec. Sonny Perdue says dairy provisions in the farm bill will be implemented in June. Reports from the Federal Reserve Bank in Minneapolis shows farm bankruptcies are on the rise and Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith wants to make sure farmers have protections from low prices and revenue. The Democrat is also pushing for a new position she helped create…

EGF Boys Hockey Advances in Class-A State Tournament

Tanner Mack and Landon Parker each scored two goals for the Green Wave

ST. PAUL, Minn. — East Grand Forks boys hockey jumped ahead 3-0 in its state quarterfinal game against Minnesota River and rode that to a 5-2 win. Tanner Mack and Landon Parker each scored a pair of goals for the Green Wave to advance them to the semifinal. They will face St. Cloud Cathedral Friday at 11:00 a.m. All of…