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Toddler Hit By Driver Trying To Park At Chippewa Park

the 23-month-old girl was walking across the parking lot with her siblings

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Minn. — A toddler was run over by a vehicle Saturday afternoon at Chippewa Park near Brandon. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office says the 23-month-old girl was walking across the parking lot with her siblings when she was struck by a vehicle attempting to park. People were able to pull the girl out from under the vehicle. She…

Field of Beers Offers Over a Hundred Flavors to Try

Organizers say the location makes the event unique

FARGO, N.D. — Whether you consider yourself a beer connoisseur or just like trying new flavors, the Field of Beers at Newman Outdoor Field is the event for you. Red Hodgerson and Dave Helm are often at beer events around town. “I’ve gotten enough into beer now where I’m like,’yes, I would like to go spend an afternoon trying out different…

Artists from Across the Country Look to Inspire at Island Park Art Show

There are 125 artists that were selected by a jury that took part this year

FARGO, N.D. — At every turn, people find different treasures inside Island Park that can make for a lifetime of memories and fascination. “It’s the new and beautiful imaginative crafts that people come up with. We love the new designs, and we always seem to find, even though our house is full of crafts, we always find an area for a…

Paradox Comics-N-Cards Holds “Back to the Books” Sale

Their 25th is anniversary is also coming up

FARGO, N.D. — If you’re looking for a good deal on comics and games, you might be able to find one with back to school season. Paradox Comics–N–Cards is having a back to school sale where everything in store is 20 percent off. Their 25th anniversary is also coming up which means more special events are in the near future. Those…

BREAKING NEWS: John McCain, Arizona Senator and POW Survivor, Dies at 81

John McCains family announced earlier this week he was stopping treatment for brain cancer

At the age of 81, Senator John McCain has passed away at the age of 81. Earlier this week, John McCains family announced he was stopping treatment for brain cancer. McCain’s family says he has surpassed expectations for his survival but “the progress of disease and the inexorable advance of age render their verdict.” Many North Dakota and Minnesota political…

Children Learn About Healthy Lifestyles on Kids Day at Red River Market

Many local farmers took part in the weekly market

FARGO, N.D. — Kids got to learn about healthy foods and activities while having fun at the Red River Market. As part of Kid’s Day at the Market, kids got to sing and dance along with Penny and Pals while checking out goods from local farmers. CrossFit Fargo also held a challenge to see which kids could go 100 meters on…

Deeply Rooted Traditions Are Aplenty at “Potato Days” in Barnesville

The celebration has happened continuously in the city since 1991

BARNESVILLE, Minn. — Over the years, Barnesville has cultivated a rich history with one important crop. “This started in 1931, it took a few years off, and we brought it back in 1991, and we’re such a potato–rich area for farming, so it’s just a natural festival for us to have,” said Theresa Olson, the Festival Director for Potato Days. Like…

Heitkamp Discusses Trade and the Farm Bill With Chamber of Commerce

Heitkamp is on the Farm Bill Conference Committee

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Sen. Heidi Heitkamp (D-N.D.) joined a discussion with the Fargo-West Fargo-Moorhead Chamber of Commerce to talk about trade and the Farm Bill. Those involved with the meting say they hope a deal can be reached soon so farmers can have some certainty by the time harvest comes. “As we get closer to harvest, there tends to be more…

Several Homes Affected By Lightning Strike in South Fargo

You should stay inside during thunderstorms

FARGO, N.D. — A home in South Fargo was hit by lightning last night during the thunderstorm. Neighbors on 56th Avenue South say multiple houses on the street were affected by the strike and are having some electrical issues. Firefighters checked the area for signs of danger. The fire department says there were no signs of a fire but some parts…

West Fargo Paves the Way Through Sheyenne Street Reconstruction

Traffic was closed from Beaton Drive to 13th Avenue West on Sheyenne Street for paving work

WEST FARGO, N.D.– The City of West Fargo is paving the way through its Sheyenne Street Reconstruction Project. Traffic was closed from Beaton Drive to 13th Avenue West on Sheyenne Street for paving work. Paving of the new southbound lanes, curbs, and sidewalks began at eight this morning and were scheduled to be complete by five. The lanes reopened right…