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NDSU Graduates Excited to Finally Receive Their Diplomas

With all the work that gets put into earning a degree, it's no surprise that graduation ceremonies are filled with emotions and feelings of accomplishment.

May 11, 2019

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FARGO, N.D.– NDSU is graduating more than fourteen hundred seniors at the spring 2019 commencement ceremony. With all the work that gets put into earning a degree, it’s no surprise that graduation ceremonies are filled with emotions and feelings of accomplishment. “It’s really exciting,” said Associate Registrar, Jackie Schluchter. “I’ve been able to see some students that I’ve known as…

Josh Duhamel Receives Honorary Degree from UND

May 11, 2019

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — It wasn’t just all the students receiving their degrees at universities. There was also an iconic North Dakotan who joined them at the Alerus Center. Actor Josh Duhamel received an honorary degree from UND. Even though most of his life is in Hollywood now, Duhamel is not afraid to show his North Dakota roots. He’s worn UND…

Third Largest Class of UND Graduates Receive Their Diplomas

Sec. of Air Force Heather Wilson gave the commencement speech

May 11, 2019

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — It’s that time of year again… students across the country are taking the next step in their lives, but not before getting their diplomas. 2,064 students were eligible for graduation at UND; this year saw the third largest class of graduates in the school’s history. But taking this step has some graduates on edge. “It’s growing up….

Junk Market Vendors Demonstrate Knack for Creating Something New

The market founder says it gives the 100 participating vendors a place to sell their handmade items

May 10, 2019

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WEST FARGO, N.D.– Between furniture, antique pieces, and jewelry, Junk Market vendors have a knack for using the old to create something new. “You can expect the unexpected at Junk Market and that’s the cool thing about shopping here is it’s going to be one-of-a-kind pieces,” Junk Market founder Maria Bosak said. “It’s going to be handmade items.” Bosak says the…

F-M Ambulance Adds Additional Ambulance to South Fargo During Road Construction

officials say they did it because there's three schools in the area and several busy roads

May 10, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — F-M Ambulance adds an additional ambulance to southwest Fargo because of major road construction nearby. Officials say F-M Ambulance has not noticed an increase in calls around areas with construction on 52nd Avenue South. EMT’s say they also haven’t experienced delays when responding to an emergency. However, they selected southwest Fargo because it’s near three elementary schools and…

Bait Shops and Anglers Prepare for Minnesota Fishing Opener

There is a shortage of minnows and leeches in the area

May 10, 2019

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MINNESOTA — After months of cold weather, it’s time for anglers to hit the lakes for Minnesota’s Fishing Opener. Even though the weather may be less than ideal tomorrow, anglers are still expecting the event to be a busy one. 500,000 people are expected to go. Walleye, Minnesota’s state fish, is the most sought after. “People just want to do…

Man Arrested After Claiming Meth-Filled Backpack at WI Police Station

May 10, 2019

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SHAWANO, Wis. – A man is behind bars after authorities say he went to a Wisconsin police station to claim a meth-filled backpack. A staff member at the Shawano County Library found the backpack and turned it over to police. Prosecutors say three bags of drugs and nunchucks were found inside. The 31-year-old man showed up at the police station…

Man Accused of Killing 4 People At Mandan Business Has Court Day Moved

May 10, 2019

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MANDAN, N.D. – The next court appearance for a man accused of killing four people at a Mandan property management company has been delayed. Chad Isaak’s preliminary hearing was supposed to happen Tuesday. It’s been rescheduled for August 12th so attorneys have more time to review evidence. Isaak is charged with felony murder in the April shooting and stabbing deaths…

Rep. Collin Peterson says USMCA would fail in House

May 10, 2019

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At a Glyndon farm Thursday, Vice President Mike Pence urged Congressman Collin Peterson to get House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to bring up the USMCA for a vote. The Democrat says he’s happy to make the request. The House Agriculture Committee Chairman says Pence, quote, “knows full well” the Trump Administration still needs to submit the USMCA to the house to…

Facebook Partners With Fargo Coffee Shop Twenty Below to Promote Birthday Stories

Facebook is working with fifty bakeries across the country

May 10, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Facebook is partnering with a local business to promote a new feature, and people are getting to pick up some free treats, too. Facebook is launching birthday stories, a feature that allows users to make digital birthday cards for their friends and family. The social media giant partnered with fifty bakeries and coffee shops across the country to…