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ND Senator Heidi Heitkamp and MN Senator Amy Klobuchar Attend Annual Democratic-NPL Burdick Dinner

The dinner celebrated the party's public service and activism

September 15, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Sens. Heidi Heitkamp (D-N.D.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) attend the annual Democratic-NPL Burdick dinner to celebrate the party’s public service. Both senators are working together across state lines and hope to reach across party lines on many issues. Even though the senators represent different states, they say there are many similarities in what people are concerned about. They…

German Cultural Appreciation on Full Display at Hjemkomst Center

The fifth annual "German Kulturfest" celebrates all things German

September 15, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — For the fifth straight year, people came to the Hjemkomst Center to learn more about German culture. The festival featured musical performances, chances to try authentic German cuisine, and fun activities for kids. Behind Scandinavians, Germans were the second largest group of people to emigrate and settle in the Red River Valley. The Historical and Cultural Society of…

Health Officials Call for More Legislation Concerning Mental Health

Law enforcement, health officials discussed tips with Senator Heidi Heitkamp, Howard Buffett

September 14, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — After serving as the Executive Director of the Sanford Health Foundation, Ty Hegland realized it was time to enter the frontline and tackle addiction head–on. “Right now, this crisis we’re all facing is by far the biggest public health issue. When it comes to alcohol, when it comes to opioids. If you go to any hospital in…

Ninja Warrior Maggi Thorne Inspires Athletes and Those With Disabilities With Talk at Avalon Center

The event benefits FargoMania, a competition designed for people of all abilities

September 14, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Maggi Thorne, a competitor on American Ninja Warrior, gave a special talk hosted by TNT Kid’s Fitness. “Some people look at American Ninja Warrior and they’re like, ‘oh that’s easy.’ There’s people who definitely know it’s hard. It is a lot harder than it looks,” Thorne said. She’s a mother of three and a global ambassador for a…

Staying at the Hospital Just Got a Bit More Comfortable; What a $7,000 Donation is Being Used For

The Fargo VFW presented a check to the VA. Funds were raised from the last Derby for the Vets event.

September 14, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — More veterans will now have a more relaxing option during their stay in the VA Hospital. The Fargo VFW presented a $7,000 check to the VA. Funds were raised from the last Derby for the Vets event. The money will go towards medical–grade recliner chairs that veterans or their family members can rest in. “The VA hospital is…

Task force believes $7.75 million meth bust is largest in MN history

September 14, 2018

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (KMSP) – A Faribault-based drug task force seized over 170 pounds of methamphetamine Tuesday, which authorities believe to be the largest single meth bust in Minnesota history. The street value has an estimated value of $7.75 million. Agents of the Cannon River Drug and Violent Offender Task Force made the seizure on the 3600 block of Dupont Avenue North…

Donut Shop in Fertile Shut Down After Being Struck By SUV

September 14, 2018

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FERTILE, Minn. – A donut shop in Fertile is temporarily closed after a vehicle runs into it early Friday morning. Officers responded around 3:30 to a red Chevrolet Suburban that struck Opdahl’s Donuts. They say people inside the vehicle refused medical attention. In a Facebook Post, Opdahl’s Donuts says, “Due to an overnight incident, Opdahl’s Donuts will temporarily be closed…

Minnesota deputy shot with arrow stops by sheriff’s office

September 14, 2018

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Deputy Paul Orvis Photo: Stearns County Sheriff’s OfficeSAUK CENTRE, Minn. (KMSP) – A deputy shot in the arm with a crossbow arrow in Sauk Centre, Minnesota returned to the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office on Friday morning to say hello and let his coworkers know he’s on his way to a full recovery. Deputy Paul Orvis was shot in left forearm. He underwent surgery…

Jacob Wetterling investigation files will be released to public Sep. 20th

September 14, 2018

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SAINT CLOUD, Minn. (KMSP) – The closed investigative file in the Jacob Wetterling case will be released to the public next Thursday, Sepember 20th. “The closed investigative file regarding the Jacob Wetterling abduction will be released to the public on Thursday, September 20th, 2018 at 10:06 a.m. at the Stearns County Law Enforcement Center-Emergency Operations Center (EOC),” the sheriff’s office said…

Police Looking For Missing Man in Beltrami County

September 14, 2018

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BELTRAMI COUNTY, Minn. – Police are asking for your help finding a missing man. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office is trying to find Derrick Harper who was last seen in the Pennington area. A date was not given. Harper is described as 5’11” tall, weighs 180 pounds and has brown eyes and hair. He was last seen wearing a white…