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Airport Disaster Exercise Planned For Tuesday At Hector International

Training Also Planned at Mark Andrews International Airport in Grand Forks

FARGO, N.D. — Sirens will be blaring and lights will be flashing at Hector International Airport Tuesday morning but do not worry, it’s just a drill. A full-scale airport disaster exercise will be held beginning at 9 a.m. It’ll be similar to one held back in 2015. The exercise is conducted every three years to meet FAA requirements. It provides…

Man Sentenced For Fatal Motorcycle Crash Last September

A criminal vehicular homicide charged was dropped

GRAND FORKS COUNTY, N.D. — A Larimore man has pleaded guilty to negligent homicide in the drunk driving death of a motorcyclist last September. A judge has sentenced Paul Lilja to 5 years behind bars and 2 years of probation. But due to a plea deal, he will only have to serve one year of that sentence at the Grand…

Heartland Community Church Celebrates Second Annual Community Service Day

They did so by helping out children's organizations in the metro

WEST FARGO, N.D. — Children are the future of our community. That’s why Heartland Community Church spent the day giving back to charity organizations throughout the metro that support kids in need. Looking at all the needs throughout the F–M community is what inspired those at Heartland Community Church to do something about it. “We just felt like we had to…

Candidates for Cass County Sheriff Discuss their Platforms Ahead of the Primary Elections

Throughout the next few months, both men are going to continue to show their dedication for Cass County

CASS COUNTY, N.D. — In November Cass County will have a new Sheriff in town and the race is between Jesse Jahner and Mike Kjera. After 20 years with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Jesse Jahner says he is ready to lead the department. “I’d be a voice for the people, the people elect the sheriff so to me it…

Fargo Fire and Police Training at Vacant Apartment Building: Soon to be Demolished

The soon to be demolished building by Xcel Energy, at 11 12th Street North is giving them a place to mirror skills they need to know how to do

FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Fire Department and Police Department are honing in on their skills by practicing real life scenarios inside a vacant apartment building. The soon to be demolished building by Xcel Energy, at 11 12th Street North is giving them a place to mirror skills they need to know how to do. From quick entry and exit…

Women Learn to Defend Themselves Physically and Mentally

She says when women learn these new skills; it gives them the confidence to stand up for themselves

FARGO, N.D. — MPX Fitness is teaching women how to defend themselves in case they feel threatened or in danger. Mariah Prussia, the owner, says it’s important to realize these classes aren’t about fighting; they are about knowing physical moves or ways to get out of an uncomfortable position. She says when women learn these new skills; it gives them…

UPDATE: Congressman Kevin Cramer Says President Trump Is Not Expected In Minnesota And North Dakota

New York Times report said he would campaign on behalf of Republican candidates

President Trump is in Singapore preparing for his historic summit with the leader of North Korea. The New York Times is reporting that when that summit is over, the president will make stops in Minnesota’s Iron Range and in North Dakota. The report says he will campaign on behalf of Republican candidates. But Congressman Kevin Cramer told KFGO that “it’s…

Luna Fargo Puts on Second Annual Block Party

Vendors included local farmers, Scoop–n–Dough, Off the Deck Hot Sauce and more

  FARGO, N.D. — Ribfest may be over but summer festivities are only beginning. Luna Fargo put on their second summer block party this year in historic Midtown. Vendors included local farmers, Scoop–n–Dough, Off the Deck Hot Sauce and more. Last year was the first block party Luna threw where they expected about 250 people, but more than 800 people showed…

Pop Up Shop & Open House Donates $1,000 to Sanford Children’s Hospital

More than ten local businesses donated 15 percent of their proceeds

  FARGO, N.D. — It might just be the most fun open house you could ever go to. Footitt Homes’ property at 7387 Eagle Pointe Drive South is for sale but instead of holding a traditional open house, the realtor brought in local businesses. While touring the home, guests could buy items from more than ten local boutiques, get a massage…

UPDATE: Missing Casselton Woman Found Safe

41-year-old Kate Kieffer was last seen around noon on Friday

UPDATE June 11, 2018: Kate Kieffer was safely located. The attempt to locate is no longer needed, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office wishes to thank those that assisted. Original story below: CASS COUNTY, N.D. — A Casselton woman has gone missing. Cass County Sheriff’s Office says 41-year-old Kate Kieffer was last seen around noon on Friday near West Acres Mall….