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Sanford Holds Conference to Train Primary Care Providers in Mental Health

One in ten young people struggle with mental health concerns

FARGO, N.D. — Childhood psychiatrists say there aren’t enough of them to keep up with demand, so Sanford put on a conference to train primary care doctors about mental health. Pediatric primary providers learned about diagnosing and treating childhood mental health issues. One in ten young people struggle with mental health concerns. Experts say treatment usually involves a combination of therapy…

Thomsen Homes Moves into Larger Design Studio in Fargo

The new studio is located in Eagle Ridge Plaza

FARGO, N.D. — A custom home building company based in Fargo moves into its new designer showroom. Thomsen Homes moves right down 32nd Street to a bigger design studio at the Eagle Ridge Plaza. People could explore furnishings, flooring, and possible interior designs for their new home all in one place. Chris Thomsen founded the company in 2007, and says having…

Fargo City Leaders Approve Plan For 5G

Cities must conform to a Federal Communications Commission order that streamlines the process of installing new antennas for 5-G wireless service.

FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – Fargo city commissioners have approved first reading of a revised ordinance covering a new form of wireless infrastructure. Cities must conform to a Federal Communications Commission order that streamlines the process of installing new antennas for 5-G wireless service. 5-G is the fifth generation of mobile technology rolling out out this year which will offer greater…

LIVE: F-M Women’s March 2019

Small steps can lead to big changes in a march that's growing by the year.

The F-M Women’s March set for this Saturday, January 19th in downtown Fargo is featuring a few big changes this year. Indivisible F-M activist Lydia Tackett sat down live in-studio with the Morning Show’s Emily Welker to talk about what’s new and different this time around. In the years since President Trump’s inauguration, it’s seen some major growth. The metro…

Moorhead Looking For Your Help With Southside Water Tower

A new water tower is going up in the Southside Neighborhood this spring, and Moorhead Public Service needs your help.

MOORHEAD, MN — The City of Moorhead, MN is looking for new artwork on it’s new Southside Water Tower. A new water tower is going up in the Southside Neighborhood this spring, and Moorhead Public Service needs your help. MPS wants your input regarding the design/art for this new water tower. We’re looking specifically for ideas from South Moorhead residents on…

22nd Annual Celebration of Women and Their Music Kicks Off

Music genres range from alternative pop to instruments like the clarinet and flute

FARGO– Local female musicians are gearing up for the 22nd Annual Celebration of Women and Their Music event. The weekend event kicks off Thursday evening with live performances at both the Spirit Room and the HoDo Restaurant & Lounge in Downtown Fargo. There are live performances leading up to the main celebration on Saturday, where guests can take in local…

Minnesota’s Finest Auctioneers Square Off for State Championship

Scott Mihalic took home this year's state title

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Some of Minnesota’s finest auctioneers put their unique vocal talents to the test at the Courtyard by Marriott in Moorhead. The 31st Annual Minnesota State Championship Auctioneer Contest pinned the best of the best in the state against each other to see who could take home the title. Some auctioneers say winning the title takes a lot of…

Fifth Graders Across F-M Area to Take Part In Plastic Bag Challenge

They will bring in as many plastic bags as they can to be recycled

Schools across the F–M area are competing to be more sustainable with the Plastic Bag Challenge. According to the Plastic Bag Task Force, the average person uses 250 bags each year, and that’s something they want everyone to cut back on. “Introducing these ideas when they’re kids… it’s something they bring up to their parents, something they talk about, something that’ll…

NDSU Students Let Business Ideas Flow to Kick Off Innovation Challenge

Students had a chance to share their ideas in front of business leaders

FARGO, N.D. — When Ellen Koshney began her time at NDSU, she didn’t realize that one day, she’d be sharing her business ideas among her peers. “As a freshman, I never expected to ever take part in the Innovation Challenge. It was only a couple of weeks ago that I came up with an idea with my friend and we kind…

Discovery Benefits Sold by State Bankshares to WEX for $425 Million

WEX now employs more than 1,100 people in North and South Dakota

FARGO, N.D. — A Fargo–based business focused on simplifying employee benefits has been sold for $425 million. Discovery Benefits was sold by State Bankshares, the same company that owns Bell Bank, to WEX, a global provider of payment processing and business solutions. Bell Bank President and CEO Michael Solberg says the bank is not for sale. Discovery Benefits was founded in…