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Child Autism Center Adds Location in Moorhead

Autism Innovation in Motion works with Autistic kids up to 40 hours a week

MOORHEAD, MN– Autistic children are able to get the support they need with the help of Autism Innovation in Motion. AIM’s facility in Moorhead can help children from the age of a year and a half to 21 develop the skills they need to be successful in everyday life. “It’s really important that we dive into those skills and catch…

Firefighters Remind People to be Mindful When Burning Recreational Fires

Always have some sort of water supply on hand

As you enjoy the nice weather and longer days, firefighters want you keep fire safety in mind. Having a fire in your backyard to roast some s’mores is a great summer pastime, but if the smoke starts to bother neighbors, that’s when it becomes a problem. Neighbors may call the fire department if the flames cause them to close their…

Bennett Elementary Students Hold “Clap Out” to Honor Fifth Graders and Retiring Staff Members

The procession was led by retiring teacher Kelly Welle

FARGO, N.D. — School’s out for the year in Fargo and Bennett Elementary students are super excited. A “clap out” honors graduating fifth graders and retiring staff members. Parents walk with their fifth graders as they leave the building for the last time. The procession was led by retiring second grade teacher Kelly Welle who has taught in the district for…

Concrete Truck Tips Over on 40th Avenue South in Fargo

The driver was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries

FARGO, N.D. — A concrete truck tipped over on 3901 40th Avenue South this afternoon. A call came in around 3:30 from the concrete company for a truck on its side. The driver was out of the truck when first responders arrived. Firefighters say they most likely took the corner too fast. Fluids were leaking from the truck when they arrived….

Minnesota’s Governor Signs $20 Billion Education Budget Bill

The law invests an additional $543 million in E-12 education funding

ST. PAUL, MN — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz stops by Bruce Vento Elementary School in St. Paul to sign the $20 billion E-12 education budget bill into law. He was joined by students, teachers, and legislators. The law invests an additional $543 million in E-12 education funding. It’ll provide Minnesota schools with more resources per child and keeping the classroom doors…

North Dakota Horse Park Schedule Could Be Scaled Back To Just Four Dates

Commission Executive Director Jack Schulz says Horse Race-North Dakota doesn't believe it will have enough purse money

FARGO, ND — The horse racing season at the North Dakota Horse Park in Fargo will be shorter than thought. The state racing commission will decide Friday on a request from the group that runs the track to eliminate two of the planned meets. Commission Executive Director Jack Schulz says Horse Race-North Dakota doesn’t believe it will have enough purse money…

Back 9-holes At Edgewood To Open Saturday After Flooding Recedes

The remaining front 9-holes to open as turf conditions improve

FARGO, ND — Fargo Park District is opening the back 9-holes of Edgewood Public Golf Course for play on Saturday at 8:00 am. Due to flooding damage, the 9-hole course is temporarily playing at a par 34 with the remaining front 9-holes to open as turf conditions improve. You can only book your tee times by calling the Edgewood Pro Shop….

Loon Counters Needed In 8 Minnesota Counties

The DNR says its annual count is a critical process to protect the loon population

ST. PAUL, MN — The Minnesota DNR is looking for a few good loon counters. Volunteers would be required to dedicate a morning between June 28 and July 8 to count loons on at least one of 150 lakes. Counties include: Aitkin, Becker, Crow Wing, Cook, Itasca, Kandiyohi, Lake and Otter Tail. The DNR says its annual count is a critical…

Report Of Reckless Driver Turns Into Fatal Crash Near Jamestown

The Highway Patrol Says the 66-year-old driver lost control, spun out and rolled multiple times

JAMESTOWN, ND — The North Dakota Highway Patrol says a man has died in a roll-over crash on I-94 near Jamestown. They got a call about a pickup traveling recklessly around 7:30 last night. They say the 66-year-old driver lost control, spun out and rolled multiple times. He was thrown from the vehicle and died at the scene. His name has…