It’s the unofficial weekend that kicks off the summer season, and a lot of people are going to hightail it for the lakes and prairies of the region to get away for the first time since lockdown ended nationwide. But when you’re heading out to remote areas, it’s always better to take some freshly-sharpened lifesaving skills with you — for…
BISMARCK, N.D.–Gov. Doug Burgum is encouraging North Dakotans to fly the United States and North Dakota flags at half-staff until sunset on Sunday, May 24 to honor the victims of the coronavirus pandemic. Burgum has directed all government agencies to do the same in accordance with a proclamation issued by President Donald Trump. Burgum said, “Kathryn and I extend our…
FARGO, N.D. — As COVID-19 cases racked up in New York, Kyle Kinard and his wife loaded up their SUV and set out to leave their Brooklyn apartment behind. But their second stop of what was supposed to be a smooth-sailing road trip to eastern Washington didn’t go entirely as planned. “My wife was kind of looking on Google Maps…
FARGO, N.D. — All 13 candidates for the Fargo Public School Board joined a public forum about why they should get the job. The debate was hosted by the Red River Valley League Of Women Voters. The debate touched on multiple topics about education methods but talk of the town was COVID-19 and future plans. The questions also included audience…
FARGO, N.D. — When the coronavirus pandemic first began, Katie Lewis knew her sewing skills could come in handy. In March, she began making face masks for friends, family and even nonprofits. Once all of their needs were met, Lewis still had a lot of supplies left over and thought of a special way to share them with her community….
FARGO, N.D. — Crews were out covering potholes around 13th Avenue South and surrounding areas. “We have an asphalt kennel, and an overlay crew that we haven’t really started yet but we will shortly,” Supervisor of Fargo Public Works Lee Anderson said. Lee Anderson Of Fargo Public Works says the road work required this year isn’t anything out of the…
FARGO, N.D. – Some restrictions are lifted for Fargo parks. Playgrounds have reopened joining parks, trails and courts as experiences for people to enjoy. Fargo Park District ask parents to supervise social distancing and wipe down equipment after using them. It is suggested to follow CDC guidelines for hygiene and social gatherings. “Parents just think about are you protecting your…
NORTH DAKOTA – North Dakota counties are conducting the June primary election by mail-in ballots only. The auditors in all 53 counties want voters to know that no polling locations will be open on June 9th due to COVID-19 concerns. Cass County Officials have already sent out more than 33,00 ballots last week and have received about 1,000. Voters are…
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – All three high schools will be hosting in person graduations following proper distancing guidelines. Only parents of graduating students will be allowed to join seniors and staff. Superintendent Terry Brenner says students and faculty might have to continue to use masks and social distancing if in person instruction returns in the fall. “One of the guidelines…
CASS COUNTY, N.D.–The North Dakota Department of Health reports 134 new COVID-19 cases and two deaths on Thursday. The positive cases mark a single day high for the state. Eleven counties report new cases including Bottineau, Burleigh, Cass, Emmons, Grand Forks, Mercer, Morton, Pierce, Ramsey, Richland and Ward Counties. Cass County reports the most cases with 93 and Ward County…
