WEST FARGO, N.D. — Motorcycle riders revved up their engines to go on a Miracle Ride to raise money for Sanford Children’s Hospital. Many of these bike riders have a personal connection to the Miracle Ride. “My son has a disease called Marfan’s and he’s spent some time in the hospital…it’s our way to give back for what my son has…
FARGO, N.D. — Several downtown businesses got a pleasant surprise when a local neighbor showed up with donuts. Jesse Engen made a spur of the moment decision to get donuts from Sandy’s and bring them to five random businesses. Engen says the store owners and managers were really happy when they got the treats. The “Donuts for Downtown” idea was a…
FARGO, N.D. — Gamers at Section 9 Cyber Café held a 12–hour gaming fundraiser, which raises money for the Red River Valley Asperger–Autism Network. Gamers earn coins when they play, and those are exchanged as donations for charity. One gamer says he feels a personal connection to the cause, because he has a family member with autism. “Whether you have a…
FARGO, N.D. — Getting home appliances just got a little easier with a Sears Appliance shop opening inside the Kmart in Fargo. There are all sorts of things for your home, from refrigerators to washers to mattresses. Kmart has been reworking the layout of the store since the beginning of the year, and the appliances came in about two months ago….
FARGO, N.D. — The American Legion continued its hundredth anniversary conference in Fargo by hosting a carnival. People got in for free, and many kids could take part in several activities like the dunk tank, bouncy houses, and mini golf. The North Dakota State Band also performed, and the carnival turned into a dance party with the band Post Traumatic Funk…
FARGO, N.D.–Porcupines at the Red River Zoo have a brand new home! Within the past two weeks, the porcupine exhibit has gradually moved into a different area of the zoo. Staff say the new area is better suited for the animal’s needs. The space is three times the size of the old one and features living grass, trees, and movable…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — If you want to get a taste of Scandinavian culture without crossing the Atlantic, all you have to do is go to the Hjemkomst Center. The Scandinavian and Midwest Viking Festival will run through Saturday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. One thing Michael Baumgartner, a festival organizer, says people usually get wrong about Scandinavian culture…
FARGO, N.D. — When visiting with veterans at the American Legion Convention in Fargo, U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND) was quick to complement their work in helping those who serve. “I don’t think that we would have as robust of veterans services if it weren’t for the American Legion, if it weren’t for the VFW, if it weren’t for the AM…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — A Moorhead stand–alone garage is a total loss after the fire department responded to flames. The fire, which occurred at 1310 13th Avenue North, was reported to the Moorhead Fire Department around 12:30 this afternoon. No one was injured in the blaze, but the garage adjacent to the house was destroyed. Assistant Fire Chief Rich Eggert says nothing…
HALSTAD, MN — A Halstad. Minnesota woman who shot and killed her boyfriend at close with a large caliber handgun while recording a stunt for YouTube tried to talk him out of it. That’s according to transcripts released by the Norman County Attorney. Monalisa Perez was given a six month jail term for the shooting of 22 year old Pedro…
