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Xcel Energy Working to Restore Power to Grand Forks Area

Strong winds caused damage to trees and signs around Grand Forks

June 13, 2017

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS, ND — Xcel Energy crews are working to restore power to approximately 1,500 customers around Grand Forks. That is down from the 8,500 that lost power due to the storm this morning. Strong winds caused damage to trees and signs around Grand Forks. A top gust of 70 miles per hour was reported at the airport this…

Not All Heroes Wear Capes: F-M Ambulance, F-M RedHawks Honor Local Heroes who Saved Lives

It's not just people in uniform rescuing those in trouble

June 13, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND — First responders fight to save lives every day. It’s not just people in uniform rescuing those in trouble. It’s Super Hero Night at Newman Outdoor Field and while many people are dressed up in costume, not all heroes wear capes. Seven local heroes are receiving F-M Ambulance’s Citizen’s Life Saver Award. Five of those being recognized are…

Roberts Commons “RoCo” Parking Ramp Opens in Downtown Fargo

Roberts Commons Parking Garage is now open on the corner of Roberts Street and 2nd avenue North and people are excited

June 13, 2017

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FARGO, ND — With new restaurants and stores popping up in downtown Fargo, more people are heading out on the town. A convenient new spot is now open to help make those trips much smoother. Downtown Fargo is booming with locals and guests. The hustle and bustle is great for the town, but hard for parking. To solve that problem,…

Apple Reveals Latest Feature to Stop Texting and Driving

Do Not disturb While Driving will soon be available on the Iphone

June 13, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND — Reading one text is the equivalent of driving the length of a football field at 55 miles per hour with your eyes off the road. Texting and driving is something that we all may have been guilty of at some point in our lives. “There will be times where I’ll be driving,” said driver Josiah Kohlmeyer. “I’ll…

New Additions Coming to Red River Market

On top of some new vendors, organizers want to make the market a little brighter

June 13, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND– It’s a place you can buy local, eat well and have fun. Volunteers gathered downtown to help set up for the Red River Market in downtown Fargo. Shoppers will soon see a new stage that will host performers each Saturday. The additional section will also include more seating. The market runs every Saturday through the months of July…

Gavin DeGraw Scheduled to Play Fargo Theatre

The multi-platinum selling and Grammy nominated recording artist is coming to the Fargo Theatre on Sunday, September 10th at 8 p.m.

June 13, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — Gavin DeGraw is ready to set the city on fire. The multi-platinum selling and Grammy nominated recording artist is coming to the Fargo Theatre on Sunday, September 10th at 8 p.m. It’s part of his first ever stripped down tour. DeGraw is known for his hit songs like “Chariot, “”I Don’t Want to Be,” “Not Over You”…

Kids Registering with Bethany Homes for Volunteer Program

Bethany Retirement Living has a volunteer program for kids eleven years and older to assist with daily tasks

June 13, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Now that school is out for summer, people are planning their summer schedules. Some local kids are taking the opportunity to step outside their normal routines and give a helping hand. Bethany Retirement Living has a volunteer program for kids eleven years and older to assist with daily tasks. From playing bingo to watering the plants and…

North Dakota Teen Dies While Trying To Save Puppy

Dog Fell Into Open Sewage Drain

June 12, 2017

TJ Nelson,

JUD, N.D. — A rural Jud, North Dakota teen is dead after trying to save a puppy from an open sewage drain. Jesse Wagner, 19, tried to retrieve the dog on Saturday night. The LaMoure County sheriff says Wagner crawled into the tank and the dog got on his shoulders. His mother was able to grab the dog but Wagner…

Latest Search of the Red River Comes Up Empty

Officials Tight-Lipped About Search

June 12, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — Search crews spent about two hours diving in the Red River near the walking bridge in Oak Grove Park in Fargo late Monday afternoon. Officials confirmed it was not a training mission. They say they heard that something was in the water so they sent divers in but came up empty. They did not release any other…

Last Year’s First Runner-Up Becomes Miss North Dakota

Will Compete For Miss America Title In The Fall

June 12, 2017

TJ Nelson,

Courtesy: Tessie Jones PhotographyWILLISTON, N.D. — Cara Mund of Bismarck is this year’s Miss North Dakota. Mund was crowned Saturday in Williston and will compete for the title of Miss America in Atlantic City in September. She also won the Community Service Award at the state pageant. Mund founded the annual Make-A-Wish fashion show in Bismarck. She started the fundraiser…