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Trying to Change Habits: How the City of Fargo is Trying to Eliminate Plastic Bag Use

In honor of America Recycles Day, the city of Fargo is running the "Day Without a Bag" campaign

FARGO, N.D. — In honor of America Recycles Day, the city of Fargo is running the “Day Without a Bag” campaign. It’s not always easy to kick an old habit… …but what if we all tried? “It would be nice if everybody would do that and get away from plastic,” said Rosella Kolrud, a Cash Wise shopper. The city of…

Student Hit By Vehicle Near West Fargo High School

WEST FARGO, N.D. – Police are searching for a car involved in a hit-and-run in front of West Fargo High School. It happened around 4:00 PM Thursday at the intersection of 7th Avenue East and 9th Street East. West Fargo Police say a West Fargo High School student was crossing 7th Avenue East when a vehicle struck him. The car…

Local Conference is Cultivating Relationship Between Agriculture and Technology

More than 20 speakers touched on things like innovative farm equipment and how technology impacts each industry of agriculture

Emerging Prairie brings farmers, agtech company founders, software developers and many more to their second annual Cultivate Conference. It focuses on the relationship between agriculture and technology. More than 20 speakers touched on things like innovative farm equipment and how technology impacts each industry of agriculture. Emerging Prairie provides this platform for entrepreneurs and farmers to work with one another…

Courtyard by Marriott Opens Next to Sanford Medical Center in Fargo

The hotel was built through a partnership with Sanford Health and Brandt Hospitality Group

FARGO, N.D. — A new hotel opens its doors right next to Sanford’s Medical Center in south Fargo. Courtyard by Marriott has been open for two weeks, but they held their ribbon cutting this afternoon. Brandt Hospitality Group and Sanford Health teamed up on the hotel, which gives families a closer place to stay if their loved ones are in the…

Trooper Seizes 30 Pounds of Marijuana On Interstate 94 Near Bismarck

Two suspects, Ulises Rodriguez and Deandre Nixon, were traveling from Portland, Oregon to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

BISMARCK, ND — A highway patrol trooper seized 30 pounds of marijuana on I-94 in Bismarck on Wednesday. Two suspects, Ulises Rodriguez and Deandre Nixon, were traveling from Portland, Oregon to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They were both charged with possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute. The suspects were stopped for speeding and having illegally tinted windows. Categories: Local News, North…

Fargo Man Sentenced In Fight That Turned Fatal

The 29 year old will serve 14 years in prison, along with 3 years probation for his guilty plea of manslaughter.

Daniel Habiger appears in Cass County Court on Wednesday, May 9, 2018. David Samson / The ForumFARGO, ND — Daniel Benjamin Habiger was sentenced in a Cass County Court to 17 years in jail for his role in a fatal fight. The 29 year old will serve 14 years in prison, along with 3 years probation for his guilty plea…

Salvation Army Sets Goal For Red Kettle Campaign

Major Vangie O'Neil says the goal is the same as last year's campaign, which raised about $856,000.

FARGO, ND – The Fargo-Moorhead Salvation Army hopes to raise $900,000 during this year’s annual Red Kettle Campaign, which kicked off Thursday at West Acres Shopping Center. Major Vangie O’Neil says the goal is the same as last year’s campaign, which raised about $856,000. The Salvation Army uses the money to help with many needs including emergency rental assistance, utility bills,…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Perkins

At four months old, he's already a ladies' man.

Ladies’ man Perkins has it all: the charm, the warmth, the playfulness, the ability to attract women from all corners of the studio. The four-month old kitten came in to visit live on the air with Heather Klefstad of Homeward Animal Shelter and the Morning Show’s Emily Welker, and was quickly covered in lipstick marks from all the ladies. Perkins…

Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Selected In North Dakota

The companies were chosen by a review panel.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) _ North Dakota’s Health Department has selected companies to open medical marijuana dispensaries in Grand Forks and Williston. The companies were chosen by a review panel. They’ll now be invited to move forward with the registration process. It’s the latest development in the state’s ongoing efforts to set up a system for medical marijuana, which voters approved…

Plants for Patients Inspiring a Little Compassion in the Red River Valley

The fundraiser proceeds are going towards a permanent space and the organization's mission

FARGO, N.D. — A non-profit with a mission is to spread a little compassion holds a fundraiser at Front Street Taproom. Plants for Patients puts small plants in handmade ceramic planters and then gives them to women at the Red River Women’s Clinic. It started in 2014 as an art project at NDSU. Funds raised will go towards a permanent space…