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Blasey Ford’s Testimony Raises Questions About Sexual Abuse: Fargo Professionals Give Insight

Every 98 seconds an American is sexually assaulted...some of who take years to tell their story

September 27, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — All eyes and ears across the country were on the Kavanaugh hearing. Many people on social media say the stories told on Capitol Hill have triggered their own past experiences. KVRR’s Jessie Cohen learned more from professionals about victims coming forward. Every 98 seconds an American is sexually assaulted…some of who take years to tell their story….

Community Fighting North Dakota’s Leading Cause of Death at Annual Walk: Heart Disease

They are teaching people that it is 80% preventable by living a healthier lifestyle

September 27, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — The American Heart Association is celebrating its 20th Annual Heart Walk nationwide. Hundreds planned to come out and walk tonight in Island Park in Fargo to raise funds and awareness to fight heart disease. They are teaching people that it is 80% preventable by living a healthier lifestyle. By eating better and getting more physical activity into…

People Support Cass County Deputy Battling Leukemia

Deputy Shawn Getz has been unable to work for the Cass County Sheriff's Office since his diagnosis in January

September 27, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — People are showing their support for a Cass County Sheriff’s deputy battling cancer. Shawn Getz has been fighting Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia since January, and has been unable to work. People attended a benefit honoring Getz that featured a dinner, silent auction, and raffle. His fellow officers jumped at the chance to help Getz, who has served the…

Bennett Elementary Students Do Compassion-Based Activities With High School Leaders

There were games, presentations, and role-playing

September 27, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Kids at Bennett Elementary spent the day putting the Golden Rule to practice. Fourth and fifth graders were led by Davies High School students as they did activities to practice team building and being kind. There were games, presentations, and role–playing on how to treat everyone nicely. There was also a chance for kids to share their experiences,…

Fargo Man Reaches Plea Deal In Fatal Fight At His Apartment

It was March when David Habiger called 911 from a convenience store to let officers know he had been involved in a drunken fight

September 27, 2018

TJ Nelson,

Daniel Habiger appears in Cass County Court on Wednesday, May 9, 2018. David Samson / The ForumFARGO, N.D. — A Fargo man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of a man at his apartment. 29-year-old Daniel Habiger also pleaded guilty to terrorizing. It was March when Habiger called 911 from a convenience store to let officers know he had…

High Speed Suspect Identified And Facing Charges

Kellan Strutz fled a traffic stop in Fargo around 1:30 Wednesday afternoon and continued into Minnesota

September 27, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — Authorities have identified the man arrested Wednesday after a high speed chase through the metro. 38-year-old Kellan Strutz is facing charges of possession of meth, paraphernalia possession and driving under suspension. He’s expected to face additional charges in Clay County. Strutz fled a traffic stop in Fargo around 1:30 yesterday afternoon and continued into Minnesota. He eventually hit…

Fargo Finance Director Outlines Several Options To Lower Special Assessments

The task force was formed after property owners complained about high tax bills

September 27, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — The Special Assessment Task Force takes a detailed look at the city of Fargo’s finances and spending. City Finance Director Kent Costin outlined nearly a dozen major and minor options to lower the cost of special assessments. That includes additional changes to reduce the cost share for taxpayers. It could also include incremental adjustments to replace assessment revenue,…

Former Turtle Mountain Chairman Indicted For Theft

Wayne Keplin is charged with theft of funds, attempted theft and conspiracy

September 27, 2018

TJ Nelson,

BELCOURT, N.D. — A federal grand jury has indicted Wayne Keplin, a former chairman of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, for allegedly stealing money that belongs to the tribe. Keplin is charged with theft of funds, attempted theft and conspiracy. Court documents say he embezzled over $26,000 from the tribe and attempted to steal another $60,000. Tribal officials say Keplin…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Eve

She's had a rough week.

September 27, 2018

Emily Welker,

Eve’s got a beautiful, silky, pitty-type face people love to stroke, but you might want to hold off on that for awhile — she’s still a little sore. Because from first glance, you’d never believe this beautiful girl who joined the Morning Show’s Emily Welker live in-studio was the same dog who came in to the 4 Luv of Dog…

Fargo Cass Public Health Offers Free Naloxone Training

Everyone at the training got an emergency response kit with nasal spray

September 26, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — You don’t have to be part of the fire department or ambulance to help if you see someone overdose. Fargo Cass Public Health offered a free naloxone training to the public. The class was completely full and even had a waiting list. Some people came because it relates to their work, but others…