North Dakota News

F-M Public Health Groups Collaborate on Mental Health Initiative

The focus of today's seminar was to help attendees locate recovery services

FARGO, N.D. — Fargo-Cass Public Health hosted a seminar to help the public connect with mental health resources. It is a part of a larger initiative and sponsored by the public health departments of both Cass and Clay Counties. The meeting brought together nearly a hundred people seeking resources on recovery after suffering a mental illness. County officials say the…

“Founding Farmers King of Prussia” Opens in Pennsylvania; Features Foods from North Dakota

Others have opened in Maryland and Virginia

  NORTH DAKOTA — A sixth farmers’ restaurant with ties to the North Dakota Farmers Union has opened in Pennsylvania. Farmers Union President Mark Watne says the new restaurant is called “Founding Farmers King of Prussia”. The group opened the first farmer-owned restaurant in 2006, in Washington, D.C. Others have opened in Maryland and Virginia. They feature beef, vegetables, and…

Real Men Wear Pink Campaign: Thank You for All of Your Help!

Congratulations to West Fargo Mayor Rich Mattern for coming in first with over $6,700

FARGO, ND — October is over and so is TJ’s “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign to raise money for breast cancer research and programs sponsored by the American Cancer Society. TJ wants to thank everyone who donated and helped him pass the $2,500 goal. We raised $2,820 and tied for second place with Bruce Vieweg of Concordia College. Congratulations to…

Robbery Under Investigation in Fargo and Grand Forks

Fargo Police released information on their Facebook page regarding a possible robbery.

FARGO, ND — Fargo Police released information on their Facebook page regarding a possible robbery. The posting details the incident under investigation: On November 1, at approximately 4:42 AM, Fargo officers were asked to call a complainant regarding a robbery, which occurred earlier in the morning. The complainant stated that her son was allegedly assaulted by three males outside his…

Wildlife Officials Say Recent Coyote Sighting Should Not Be Cause for Alarm

ND Fish & Game says that homeowners should keep an eye on their pets when they go outside

FARGO, N.D. — People are concerned for their safety after seeing a coyote in a south Fargo neighborhood. The coyote was spotted in the Woodhaven development, which is near the intersection of 52nd Avenue and 45th Street South. North Dakota Game and Fish says that seeing coyotes and other wildlife is not uncommon as the metro expands. Biologist Doug Leier…

Sanford Children’s Hospital Brings Halloween to its Patients

The hospital hosted its first Backwards Halloween in the new Sanford Hospital building

FARGO, N.D. — One local hospital brought the fun of Halloween to their patients who can’t get out and trick or treat. Sanford Children’s Hospital hosted “Backwards Halloween” where staff dress up in costume and give out treats to kids. Being cooped up in a hospital room can be tough for anyone, especially for a kid on Halloween, so Sanford…

Students Participate in Halloween Themed S.T.E.A.M. Activities

Fourth Grade Students at Ed Clapp Elementary School Participate in Halloween S.T.E.A.M. Activities

FARGO, ND — One local elementary school used Halloween to teach students more about their S.T.E.A.M curriculum. S.T.E.A.M stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Fourth graders at Ed Clapp Elementary School participated in number of different activities. They included a pumpkin tower challenge, candy corn catapults and a floating peeps challenge among others. “S.T.E.A.M. is an avenue to…

Kennedy Elementary Students Host Living Wax Museum

Each student has researched an individual of their voice and has written a biography to read for their character

FARGO, ND — Third grade students at Kennedy Elementary School are taking Halloween to the next level with a Living Wax Museum. Each student has researched an individual of their voice and has written a biography to read for their character. The students were dressed up, head to toe, with accessories who resemble their person. Students not only had the…

Courts Plus Hosts Community Halloween Carnival

Those working the event say every year the carnival attracts a large number of community members.

FARGO, ND — There’s only one place you can grab free Halloween goodies, win prizes playing carnival games, and enjoy inflatable obstacle courses. It’s all at the Courts Plus Community Fitness Halloween Carnival! Courts Plus in south Fargo holds the event each year, giving trick or treaters a chance to have a little more fun before they go door to…

Sheldon Man Charged After Admitting to Sexual Abuse of a Minor While Drunk

According to court documents, Arneson admitted to the sexual abuse during an interview

RANSOM COUNTY, ND — A Sheldon, North Dakota man has been charged with eight felonies and a misdemeanor for the sexual assault of a girl that may have gone on for several years. Terry Arneson, 48, was arrested after an investigation by the Ransom County Sheriff’s Office with assistance from the B.C.I. According to court documents, Arneson admitted to the…