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Oil company, landowner attorney collaborate on bill to avoid court battles in North Dakota

Landowners are compensated for the area needed for oil well pads, but there are sometimes disputes about the amount of compensation. (Kyle Martin/For the North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — Bismarck attorney Derrick Braaten says clients have paid him millions of dollars for court battles against oil and gas company Continental Resources over surface damages in North Dakota….

Agriculture research loses momentum with federal payments uncertain

Rebecca Phillips of Ecological Insights, shown in July 2024 in Burleigh County, conducts agriculture research in North Dakota but is awaiting federal payments on some of her work. (Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor)HAZELTON, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — A North Dakota ag and conservation researcher is unsure if she will be able to complete some projects  — or start new ones…

Bounce in the Valley Returns to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds

The three-day celebration of all things inflatable drew record crowds.

A child contemplates some of the inflatable options at Bounce in the Valley.WEST FARGO, N.D. – Kids of all ages could be seen flying through the air this weekend at Butler Machinery Arena in West Fargo. That’s because they were soaring off inflatables at the annual Bounce in the Valley event. The arena was packed with all sorts of games…

Moorhead Ice Show Brings the Energy of the ’80s

The annual showcase brought back memories of hairspray, shoulder pads, and gated reverb.

MOORHEAD, MN – The ’80s are alive and well! At least – they were this weekend, thanks to the Moorhead Ice Show. The annual extravaganza had the theme of “Like Totally ’80s” this year. The stars of the show were, as always, the hardworking skaters of the area. But they were also joined by 3-Time National Championship participants Linzy Fitzpatrick…

Minnesota Attorney General Holds Town Hall in Moorhead

Keith Ellison took the opportunity to explain his lawsuits against the Trump administration and hear the concerns of his constituents.

AG Ellison addresses the crowd in Moorhead.MOORHEAD, MN – People filled the room inside the Comstock Memorial Union on the campus of MSUM Saturday morning. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has been on a tour of sorts, holding town hall meetings across the state to address queries and concerns. Part of the goal is to clarify his motivations for filing…

Protest Takes Place Outside Fargo Post Office

Letter carriers and their supporters rallied to let President Trump know they would not acquiesce to his efforts to alter the USPS.

The largest banner at the protest, echoing the slogan used by mail carriers across the country.FARGO, N.D. – A significant crowd of protesters braved the chilly temperatures on Sunday, lining up in front of the post office in downtown Fargo. They’re part of a nationwide wave of protests aimed at President Trump’s proposed changes to the USPS. Trump has suggested…

4 Luv of Dog Hosts Quarterly Merch Sale

The organization says that as a non-profit, it's always important to keep the funding flowing in.

One of the pieces of merchandise available for sale.FARGO, N.D. – 4 Luv of Dog set up shop this weekend, looking to sell some merch to keep their dog-rescuing efforts well-funded. This merch sale took place in the new Natural Pet Center location, which just opened up about a month ago on 19th Avenue in Fargo. There were all sorts…

NDSU Farmhouse Fraternity Hosts 12th Annual Fish Fry In Remembrance of Fraternity Brother

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Trying to hold fast to your lenten promises? A North Dakota State University Fraternity Has Some Fish For You. The NDSU Farmhouse Fraternity is running its twelfth annual fish fry with proceeds supporting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The partnership with the organization started back in 2008 at the request of the undergraduate brother, John Ramine,…

Kitchen fire at Moorhead high rise injures one

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – One person was treated for minor injuries following a kitchen fire at a high-rise apartment in Moorhead. Firefighters were called to the fire at 800 2nd Ave. North at around 7:49 a.m. Friday. Crews found that the fire on the 13th floor had been extinguished by the sprinkler system. One resident was transported to a hospital…