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Man Dies After Being Knocked Unconscious in a Bar Fight

Family members and police in Fargo confirmed the death of James Grant

FARGO, N.D. — More than a week after being knocked unconscious from a bar fight, a Fargo man has passed away. The man accused in the fight could face more serious charges. It all started on the night of May 27th. According to police records, a bartender at the Hotel Donaldson kicked out Darren Patterson, a 43-year-old man from Fargo….

New Sanford Health Hospital Hoping to Heal Through Art

Many of the pieces incorporate nature, joyful events or settings that resemble home

FARGO, ND — The newest Fargo Sanford Hospital is offering patients a new and creative method of healing. Local artists were chosen to display their work throughout the hospital to enhance the environment for patients, employees and visitors. Those artists along with donors and leaders of the project are touring the hospital and being honored for their work. Many of…

Boating Tips to Remember Before Hitting the Water

Minnesota DNR Gives Water Safety Reminders For This Year's Lake Season

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Summer lake season is upon us and many people are already out on the water. But while you’re having fun in the sun, are you being safe on the lake? “There’s something about being on the element of water, particularly in the summertime when it’s warm,” said Jess Stuewe, who owns Lakes Pace, LLC. “It’s just really…

F-M Diversion Project Asking For Public’s Input

There are concerns that the FM diversion project will move faster than money is collected to fund it

FARGO, ND– The Cass County Joint Water Resource District is asking the public for its input about funding the diversion. People previously voted to use sales tax to fund the diversion project. However, there are concerns that the pace of the project will move faster than money is collected. Homeowners who the flood wall would benefit the most are asked…

New Sanford Clinic Expansion Project Begins in West Fargo

Sanford Fargo Vice President Paul Richard thinks the location is the perfect site for the expansion

WEST FARGO, ND — Sanford Health is celebrating the groundbreaking on their new West Fargo clinic. The groundbreaking kicked off the beginning of construction, which will complete a larger clinic and offer additional services for patients. The additions include a children’s center and an increase in the number of doctors working in Family Medicine and Women’s OBGYN services. Sanford Health…

U.S. Labor Dept: Six Million Jobs Available…Why Can’t They be Filled?

The U.S. Labor Department says there are currently about six million open jobs in the country, hitting a record high

  NATIONAL — Are you searching for the perfect job? According to the U.S. Labor Department, there are plenty of potential employers out looking for you. The U.S. Labor Department says there are currently about six million open jobs in the country, hitting a record high. Department officials say with so many open positions, employers are more likely to hire…

Minnesota Lawmakers Reflecting on Bills Passed for Local Projects

Lien says this project has been in the works for more than 25 years and has finally been approved

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Minnesota state officials are working with community members to review and reflect on bills passed during the 2017 legislative session. State Representative, Ben Lien, says the most important project is the 20th-21st Street underpass. Lien says this project has been in the works for more than 25 years and has finally been approved. The underpass will help…

Gov. Burgum to Meet with President Trump

President Trump has shown interest in finding ways to get funding on state and local levels to update infrastructure in all states

  BISMARCK, ND — Gov. Burgum is on his way to Washington D.C. to meet with President Trump to talk over improving the nation’s infrastructure. Gov. Burgum was invited to meet with the president after spending some time with Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao at the Drone Focus Conference last week in Fargo. President Trump has shown interest in finding ways…

Bison Meadows Plan Approved by Fargo City Commission

Construction is expected to begin by the fall of 2017

  FARGO, ND — Fargo City Commissioners are approving a new plan for the housing project near Davies High School. The first plan was rejected after it failed to get enough votes but the developer revised the number of homes from 393 to 347 and added greenspace. Some nearby homeowners say they are still not happy about the project because…