North Dakota News

Local Spellers Make It Through 3rd Round Of National Spelling Bee, But Their Journey Ends

8th graders from Fargo and Crookston Did Not Score Enough Points To Make The Finals

Tobi Shorunke-Fargo/Ainsley Boucher-CrookstonWASHINGTON, D.C. — It was smooth sailing through round three of the spelling bee for Ben Franklin 8th grader Tobi Shorunke of Fargo. Shorunke easily spelled the word “deliverable” in round 3 and now moves on to the 4th round. He is the only speller from North Dakota to make this year’s spelling bee. Ainsley Boucher, an 8th…

LIVE: Kitten Shower

Good thing they always land on their feet.

No, kittens aren’t literally raining from the skies, although it must sure seem that way to the workers at Homeward Animal Shelter. Kitten season has hit hard and fast in the region, and the wave of kitties they’re swimming in at the shelter has given new meaning to the phrase “raining cats and dogs.” Right now there are 29 kittens…

LIVE: State of the Arts

The way arts and business intersect in the region drives millions of dollars in revenue.

The arts are a major driving force of the Red River Valley economy, and there’s no time like now to tap into that creative energy. That’s because the annual State of the Arts is coming up next month, and it’s where the art world of the region converges all in one place to stimulate ideas, share new projects, and find…

Officers Cleared In Fargo & West Fargo Officer Involved Shootings

Officers involved in two recent shootings in Fargo and West Fargo have been cleared by Cass County prosecutors.

FARGO (KFGO) – Officers involved in two recent shootings in Fargo and West Fargo have been cleared by Cass County prosecutors. On March 12th, the Red River Valley SWAT Team was called to West Fargo after Justin Dietrich threatened to shoot police during a traffic stop. A report by Cass County States Attorney Birch Burdick says Dietrich got out of…

Pray For Gray Raises Awareness for Brain Tumors at Newman Outdoor Field

Now in its tenth year, the nonprofit is hoping to continue building relationships with others in the F-M area

FARGO, N.D. —  Fans not only got to watch the RedHawks play at Newman Outdoor Field, they also got to help spread awareness for a great cause. Pray for Gray, an organization that educates and raises awareness about brain tumors, was at the ballpark. Now in its tenth year, the nonprofit is hoping to continue building relationships with others in…

Local Veterinarians Discuss the Dangers of Leaving Dogs in Cars During Hot Days

Temperatures have been on the rise in the 80's and 90's and so have the number of calls to police reporting animals locked inside cars

FARGO, N.D. — Temperatures have been on the rise in the 80’s and 90’s and so have the number of calls to police reporting animals locked inside cars. “This time of year we seem to get more calls for service for animals left in vehicles especially on hot days, and it’s a concern for both our department and the citizens…

West Fargo School District Wants Voters To Approve Money For More Schools

$106.9 Million Bond Referendum Vote Set For September 25, 2018

WEST FARGO, N.D. — West Fargo Public Schools wants voters to approve a $106.9 million bond referendum. The district wants to build another high school and middle school in addition to additions in Harwood and Horace and security upgrades. The school board has approved the bond referendum vote for Tuesday, September 25. Just last week the district broke ground and…

North Dakota’s Top Speller Makes It To The Next Round

Tobi Shorunke is an 8th grader at Ben Franklin Middle School in Fargo, Ainsley Boucher of Crookston is one of 8 Minnesotans in the contest

WASHINGTON, D.C. — North Dakota’s top speller made it to round two of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. So how did Tobi Shorunke of Fargo do Tuesday afternoon? His word was “portulaca” and he asked for the definition. Any plant of a genus of mainly tropical succulent herbs having usually yellow, pink, red, white or purple ephemeral flowers with four…

3rd Annual Osgood Memorial Day Veterans Appreciation Golf Event

All active, former and retired military personnel get a free day of golf to enjoy with their friends and family

FARGO, N.D. — For the third year in a row, Osgood holds its Memorial Day Veterans Appreciation Golf Event. All active, former and retired military personnel get a free day of golf to enjoy with their friends and family. Staff at Osgood says it’s a great opportunity to say thank you for their service while also giving them a day…

Patriot Tour Brings American Flag Across 48 States: Stops in Fargo

The trip raises money for disabled veterans and their families

WEST FARGO, N.D. — A 14,500 mile motorcycle journey is stopping in West Fargo to hand over the American flag traveling through 48 states. Throughout the 110 day journey, more than 150,000 riders from across the country, including many North Dakotans and Minnesotans, are expected to participate in this year’s Patriot Tour. The trip raises money for disabled veterans and…