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The Fargo Education Association Meets with Fargo School Board To Discuss New Contract

The two organizations have been meeting since the contract ended last July, but haven't been able to reach an agreement on salary.

January 29, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.- The Fargo Education Association is willing to agree to the terms set by the Fargo School Board, but are hopeful that they can come to an agreement on salary and a two-year contract. They say a two year contract would give them more time to focus on other initiatives. “We’re excited to start to build that bridge with the…

Grafton Police Warn of Ransom Scam

The sole purpose of a ransom scam is to extort money.

January 29, 2020

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GRAFTON, N.D.–The Grafton Police Department issued a warning about scammers claiming to have kidnapped children and grandchildren in order to get money. Police describe the scammer as a man with a Hispanic accent who is immediately aggressive and demanding. This person threatens to harm the child or grandchild if certain demands are not met. The North Dakota Attorney General’s Office…

Burgum Announces Career Expo to Address Workforce Shortage

The career expo is scheduled for April 8 at the Fargodome.

January 29, 2020

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GRAND FORKS, N.D.–Gov. Doug Burgum announced a multi-industry career expo aimed at addressing the state’s workforce shortage during his State of the State address on Wednesday. The expo, known as Dakota Strike, is an opportunity for students in grades 7 to 12 and college to explore different careers and thousands of job openings North Dakota. The National Integrated Cyber Education…

LIVE: Burgum to Discuss North Dakota’s Progress During State of the State Address

The address begins at 10:30 a.m.

January 29, 2020

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BISMARCK, N.D.–Gov. Doug Burgum is scheduled to speak at his 2020 State of the State address at the Chester Fritz Auditorium in Grand Forks on Wednesday. The address will cover the state’s progress over the last year including the state’s current budget status and ongoing workforce shortage. The University of North Dakota Interim President Dr. Joshua Wynne and Lt. Gov….

Fargo Leaders Consider Lifting Ban on Home Sales of Guns

Fargo commissioners have sent the law to the city planning staff and law enforcement.

January 29, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–City leaders in Fargo are considering a change to an ordinance that restricts selling firearms and ammunition from home. City Commissioner Tony Gehring says the state has no restrictions on it and if there is no good reason for the law enacted in 2001, it should be fixed. Gun shop owner Duane Spooner welcomes the potential change and doesn’t…

ND lawmaker, taskforce look to end human trafficking

January 28, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — State Rep. Ruth Buffalo of Fargo introduced six pieces of legislature last year to help combat and train against human trafficking in North Dakota. With more publicity about trafficking in recent years the Human Trafficking Task Force has received more tips and been able to provide better care for victims. The awareness about both human trafficking and…

SpartanNash Foundation and Family Fare Make Donation to Great Plains Food Bank

Through the foundations annual scan campaign, the organization was able to raise 6,750 dollars.

January 28, 2020

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FARGO/WEST FARGO, N.D – Through the foundation’ss annual scan campaign, the organization was able to raise $6,750. The campaign ran in October and November at Family Fare locations in Fargo and West Fargo. Since the it started in 2015, SpartanNash Foundation has donated over $35,000 to the Great Plains Food Bank. “The opportunity to give back to the community out…

People get a taste of Scandinavia at NDSU

Hungry people of all ages lined up for a buffet of lefse, lutefisk, Rømmegrøt, and many more authentic Scandinavian dishes.

January 28, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – NDSU’s 44th Annual Scandanavian Buffet was a another big hit. Hungry people of all ages lined up for a buffet of lefse, lutefisk, rommegrot, and many more authentic Scandinavian dishes. It is put on each year by NDSU Catering. For many people, it’s a way to reconnect with their Scandinavian heritage. “I’ve been to Norway, and my…

Elim Rehab and Care Center Recovering from Fire

A plan to provide a variety of options for the staff members is in the works.

January 28, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–Staff and residents at Elim Rehab and Care Center in Fargo are recovering from the fire that ravaged the building on January 23. Officials at the center released an update on Tuesday regarding the whereabouts of the residents and plans for the staff. The assisted living offices located at the back of the campus have become the temporary base…

Update: Victim In Northwood Shooting Identified

The 15 year old victim is Jonah Borth of Grand Forks.

January 28, 2020

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GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND — 32 year old Samantha Wilson made her first appearance in court in the shooting death of 15 year old Jonah Borth of Grand Forks. According to the Grand Forks Sheriff’s Department, 3 other people were in the home at the time of the shooting. They include Ray Borth, father of the victim and suspect Wilson’s…