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Five Month Old Girl is the First Patient at the New Sanford Medical Center

Dolani Clark of Dilworth Was the First Patient at the New Sanford Hospital in Fargo

July 25, 2017

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FARGO, ND — A five month old baby girl was the first patient at the new Sanford Medical Center. Dolani Clark of Dilworth was transported to the hospital around 7 a.m. She checked into the downtown facility last Wednesday with her mother, Mercedes. Clark has a metabolic disorder and double mutated gene, making her hospital visits frequent. Her mother said…

Sanford Patients on the Move to the New Medical Center

Sanford Medical Center Moves Patients Into The New Medical Center

July 25, 2017

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FARGO, ND — F–M ambulances spent a majority of their day transporting patients to the new Sanford Medical Center. NICU babies, long term pediatric patients, and some ER patients were transported from the downtown hospital once the new medical center opened. Ambulances made trips every five minutes to transfer around 75 patients. Nearly 200 volunteers made sure the transition was…

Two Fishermen Rescued from the Red River

Around 25-30 people assisted in the rescue

July 25, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Some scary moments on the water for a father and son. They had to be rescued after getting their fishing boat stuck on the Red River. About 25-30 people assisted in the rescue. It was supposed to be a relaxing, father-son fishing excursion. But it quickly turned into placing a 911 call for help instead. Justin Kill…

Fargo Cass Public Health Hosts Take Back Tuesday

They want to remind everyone to properly dispose of their prescription medication to fight opioid addiction

July 25, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The red bin is back at Fargo Cass Public Health for prescription drug Take Back Tuesday. They want to remind everyone to properly dispose of their prescription medication to fight opioid addiction. Last time they held the event, 133 people dropped off 210 pounds of medication. They say many patients with old or unused prescriptions have had…

Boaters Rescued From Red River in South Fargo

Two men are rescued from their boat stranded in South Fargo near Lemke Park.

July 25, 2017

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Fargo, ND — Two men are rescued from their boat stranded in South Fargo near Lemke Park. A boat was caught on the rocks. The two men in the boat were not injured. They told KVRR Local News that they were fishing when they floated too close to the dam. The motor on their boat was not able to free them from…

Dakota Farmers Slammed by Worsening Drought Conditions

Experts told us some producers will feel the effects of this dry season for many years

July 24, 2017

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LEONARD, ND — Farmers and ranchers in North Dakota are concerned about extreme drought conditions creeping into the eastern side of the state. Some Ag experts said we haven’t had drought conditions this bad since 2006. Last year’s harvest held an abundant yield for many North Dakota farmers. But with drought conditions and little rain, the same can’t be said…

Sanford is Getting Ready for the Big Grand Opening

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to introduce the new hospital

July 24, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The big opening day for Sanford’s new hospital is only hours away. Community members and Sanford officials gathered for a special ribbon cutting of the new facility. We’ve seen Fergie perform, the first helicopter to fly and land on the new helicopter pad and now finally, we’re at the last celebration before the opening of the new…

Fargo Brewing Company is Using Pints to Help Patients

One dollar from each pour helped provide patients with medical equipment

July 24, 2017

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FARGO, ND — People in Fargo helped patients get the medical equipment they need by buying a pint. Many craft beer connoisseurs poured into Fargo Brewing Company where a dollar from every drink is given to HERO throughout the day. HERO is a non-profit which collects used medical supplies like wheelchairs, walkers and crutches. Its executive director says the group…

New Laws For North Dakota Drivers Starting August 1st

North Dakota Will Be Enforcing Two New Driving Laws Starting August 1st, 2017

July 24, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Changing the song on your phone or not having your child under eight in a car seat could land you a fine in North Dakota. North Dakota drivers should be aware of two new laws starting August 1st when they hit the road. If someone has a child under the age of eight and they are not…

North Dakota Man Walking Highway 75 for Children at Shriners Hospital

Tom Meadows Travels From Wahpeton to Fargo With Just His Oxygen Tank to Raise Money for Kids

July 24, 2017

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FARGO, ND — One man is raising money for children at Shriners Hospital in a unique way and he’s not letting his own health issues get in his way. Just to make sure people know he’s serious, he’s doing it by walking 47 miles. Tom Meadows is 59–years–old with a laundry list of medical issues. “I’ve got 10 cardiac stents,…