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Bismarck Police Seeking Guidance on Religious Ceremony Issues

Police say no one was arrested or charged but are seeking input on how to handle situations like this in the future

September 6, 2017

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BISMARCK, ND — The Bismarck Police Department is seeking guidance after a religious ceremony at an apartment building. Authorities say they were called to an apartment building where a Muslim couple was slaughtering sheep in the parking lot of an apartment building. They say it was a religious ceremony and while the police say they want to be respectful…

“The World in Fargo-Moorhead Diversity” Exhibit Opens at the Fargo Public Library

Each individual photographed for the exhibit will tell their full stories in person at the library September 17

September 6, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The Fargo Public Library’s is highlighting the importance of diversity. They are putting on “The World in Fargo-Moorhead Diversity” exhibit now through October 1 to show all the kinds of people that live in this community. The exhibit features pictures of people from around the area that were all born outside Fargo, each of them having their…

President Trump Visits Mandan for Speech on Tax Reform

He claims he will heavily simplify the tax code, saying 95 percent of Americans will be able to file returns on a single page

September 6, 2017

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MANDAN, ND — President Donald Trump gave a speech to a crowd of hundreds in Mandan about his proposed tax reform. It was his first time being in the state since his inauguration. During Donald Trump’s first visit to North Dakota as president, he praised the state, saying it is a role model for the economy he wishes to see…

Watch LIVE on KVRR Local News: President Trump’s Tax Reform Speech in Mandan

He is also expected to talk about the impact of the drought

September 5, 2017

TJ Nelson,

MANDAN, ND — North Dakota is about to get its first visit by a president since 2014 when President Obama visited Cannon Ball. President Trump will touch down in Bismarck tomorrow for a tax reform speech at the Andeavor Corporation Refinery in Mandan at 3 p.m. He is also expected to talk about the impact of the drought. We…

North Dakota Company Awarded Contract to Make President Trump’s “Wall” Prototype

Fisher Sand & Gravel Company was founded 60 years ago and has their headquarters in Dickinson.

September 1, 2017

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DICKINSON, ND — A long standing North Dakota company is one of four firms awarded contracts to make a prototype for the Mexico border wall. Fisher Sand & Gravel Company was founded 60 years ago and has their headquarters in Dickinson. Officials with the U.S. Customs and Border Protections said the prototypes will be built along the San Diego border….

Former Minneapolis Police Chief’s Severance Proposal Released

The proposal still requires city council approval

September 1, 2017

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The severance proposal for the former Minneapolis police chief who resigned under pressure from the city’s mayor has been released. The deal for ex-Chief Janee Harteau includes $183,000 in severance pay and 12 months of health and dental benefits. The proposal still requires city council approval. The deal also states neither Harteau nor the city can…

ND Supreme Court Upholds Permits for Hog Operation in Buffalo

Opponents asked a judge to block the project

September 1, 2017

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BUFFALO, ND — Despite pleas from the surrounding community, the North Dakota Supreme Court is upholding a decision on permits for a hog farm in Buffalo. Rolling Green Family Farms, operated by Minnesota based Pipestone Holdings, is a $15 million dollar hog farm that has many of the people who live in town concerned about things like groundwater and…

Metro Flood Board Names Executive Director

Neider was picked over two other candidates, Scott Higbee and Melodee Loyer

August 31, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — The Metro Flood Board has picked its first Diversion Authority executive director. He is Jay Neider, the deputy project director at Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. Neider was picked over two other candidates, Scott Higbee and Melodee Loyer. Previously, the Fargo City Administrator and Cass County Administrator served as Co-Executive Directors. Categories: Agriculture, Business, Community, Local News, News…

Minneapolis Bar Loses Employees After Owner Makes Political Donation to Former KKK Grand Wizard

When the news broke Tuesday, DeRoma's popular Northloop bar Club Jager saw employees quit and DJ's vow to never play the venue again. KMSP Fox 9's Courtney Godfrey Reports from Minneapolis

August 30, 2017

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — A Minneapolis developer and business owner is facing backlash for a political donation he made to notorious white nationalist David Duke. He donated money to former Ku Klux Klan grand wizard Duke’s U.S. Senate bid. Five hundred dollars to the “Duke for Senate” campaign. A donation to a long-time leader of the Ku Klux Klan that…

North Dakota GOP Has Concerns About Sen. Heitkamp’s Leadership

They don't agree with her choices on healthcare, jobs, the security of American people and agriculture

August 30, 2017

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FARGO, ND — North Dakota’s GOP wants people in the U.S. Senate who will work in accordance with President Trump’s agenda. They held a press conference to voice concerns they have with legislation by Senator Heidi Heitkamp, a Democrat. They don’t agree with her choices on healthcare, jobs, the security of American people and agriculture. North Dakota Young Republicans and…