MOORHEAD, Minn. – Among the candidates to replace retiring Clay County Sheriff Bill Bergquist is a longtime detective for the department. Det. Jason Hicks has investigated many of the highest-profile crimes in the county over the past decade. He says he’s looking for a fresh challenge after his lengthy investigations career. “I’d have an advantage because after all this time and…
FARGO, N.D. – The group Dakotans For Health says 40,000 North Dakotans could soon lose health insurance coverage. Attorneys General from 20 Republican–led states, including Wayne Stenehjem of North Dakota, have filed a lawsuit arguing the Affordable Care Act is unconstitutional. Congress repealed the law’s individual mandate that fines people for not having insurance. The Supreme Court has said the mandate…
FARGO, N.D.– Neck, back, and wrist pain are all very common among those who sit for extended periods of time at the office. A Sanford occupational therapist explains “Ergonomics” as making adjustments to your work environment in order to eliminate awkward positions. Sit–stand workstations, proper chair height, footrests, and wrist rests are examples of ergonomic equipment. The occupational therapist says…
MOORHEAD, MN– The city of Moorhead is breaking ground for the largest transportation project in its history. The mayor and other officials finally put shovels in the ground to kick off the Main Avenue and 20th/21st Street South Underpass project. It has been in the works since 2002. The total cost of the project is $72 million, with $48 million coming…
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Driver’s license and ID cards in Minnesota are getting a new look and security upgrades. They include vertical and horizontal designs and state of Minnesota branding featuring the Mississippi River, a canoeist and a pine forest. The vertical design is for those under 21 to make it easier for businesses to identify those of legal age….
Avila Family/GoFundMeRICHLAND COUNTY, N.D. — The highway patrol has released the names of the people killed in a triple fatal crash on I-29 south of Hankinson Sunday morning. They include 45-year-old James Radtke of West Fargo and 24-year-old Flor Avila and her daughter, 5-year-old Kayleen Avila, both of Fargo. The patrol says Radtke’s 15-year-old son, Connor, was behind the wheel…
This is a big week for fans of shopping and live music. The annual Downtown Fargo Street Fair begins on Thursday and runs through Saturday. On the same day, rock and roll fans will begin jamming out at Moondance Jam in Walker, Minnesota. This year’s Jam will be highlighted by rock, rap and country superstar, Kid Rock. The Detroit native…
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Minn. — Two people were hurt in an ATV crash near Grubb Lake, southwest of Alexandria. Douglas County Sheriff’s Office got a 911 call late Saturday night about the crash on Grubb Lake Road. They identified the victims as 38-year-old Adam Boyer and 43-year-old Michael Baas. One victim had walked to a home to get help. He was…
FARGO, N.D. — PETA is calling on the USDA to fine NDSU for the deaths of research animals. The university was cited after an inspection in May for violating the Animal Welfare Act. According to USDA records, eleven lambs died from trauma after being confined to a small pen with more than 200 other sheep. In another incident, pigs died…
Clay County is losing its longtime sheriff Bill Bergquist this fall. He’s retiring after decades with the department, and four people are vying for the chance to replace him. Among them is a longtime detective with Bergquist’s department. Jason Hicks has investigated many of the highest-profile crimes in the county over the past decade. Hicks says he’s looking for a…
