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Vendor Pays Tribute to Deceased Wife at 23rd Happy Harry’s Ribfest

Dennis Carrino used to own Porky N' Beans but he now runs Blazin' Broncos

FARGO, N.D. — You’ve probably heard the saying “happy wife, happy life.” One man who has gone beyond that at this year’s Happy Harry’s Ribfest to make sure his wife is proud of him. Dennis Carrino and his wife Judy not only lived under one roof, they also worked together. “When people say oh my God, how can you work with somebody…

A Look Into the Future: People Observe New Robotic Technology in Fargo

The John Henry Foster Industrial Robotics and Automation Expo showcases new technology

FARGO, N.D. — People got a firsthand glimpse at the future of industrial robotics and automation in Fargo. The annual John Henry Foster Industrial Robotics and Automation Expo allows people to see how new technology enables robots to complete different tasks. Some of the robots could pick up cups, rearrange lettered tiles, and move objects to various locations. The goal of…

Third Candidate for Otter Tail County Sheriff

Perham Police Chief Jason Hoaby enters the race

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. — Perham Police Chief Jason Hoaby has jumped into the race for Otter Tail County Sheriff. His entrance into the race makes it a three-way contest in the August primary. Fergus Falls Police Chief Kile Bergren and Otter Tail Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Barry Fitzgibbons also want to succeed long-time Sheriff Brian Schlueter. He decided back in…

New Best Buy Set to Open on Friday

Ribbon cutting and grand opening scheduled for Best Buy at West Acres

FARGO, N.D. — Out with the old and in with the new. The new Best Buy at West Acres will open its doors on Friday. A ribbon cutting is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. followed by the store’s grand opening at 9:00. The electronics store is now attached to the mall where the previous one was located across from the parking…

AAA Gives Out Free Helmets to Kids at it’s Annual Bike Helmet Fitting Clinic

AAA gave out roughly 120 helmets

FARGO, N.D. — It’s not enough to simply have and wear a safety helmet when riding your bike. So, Triple A is making sure people also know the importance of having a helmet that fits properly at their annual bike helmet fitting clinic. “You can’t wear it like that,” a AAA spokesperson instructed. “You have to have it straight on…

Man Charged With Wife’s Murder After Suicide Pact

If convicted, he could face up to life in prison

FARGO, N.D. — A Fargo man has been charged with the murder of his wife after the couple made a suicide pact. Louis and Ila Averson, an elderly couple in poor health, planned to kill themselves by carbon monoxide poisoning. When that didn’t work, Louis shot Ila in the heart and then shot himself. He is now being treated for his…

Gate City Bank Donates 30,000 Reusable Bags to Hornbacher’s Locations

The bank has donated more than one million since 2007

FARGO, N.D. — Gate City Bank wants you to do away with your plastic grocery bags for a day. The bank donated 30,000 reusable bags to customers at Hornbacher’s locations around the metro. Gate City has given away more than one million reusable bags since 2007 to create a cleaner, greener community. Some say these small acts are what really have…

One In Custody After Pursuit North of Fargo

The search by Cass and Traill County deputies, with assistance from a blood hound, was centered just off I-29 near the Grandin exit. where one, possible two occupants ran on foot.

GRANDIN, N.D. (KFGO) – Cass County authorities say investigation is on-going into a wide-scale search that followed a brief pursuit north of Fargo early this morning. Sheriff’s Corporal Joe Hedin tells KFGO News it started when a driver fled a traffic stop shortly before 2 this morning in the Grandin area. The search by Cass and Traill County deputies, with…

Fargo EAA Provides Free Flights to ROTC Students In Efforts to Stop Pilot Shortage

The organization provides flights to different groups around the community four to five times a year

MOORHEAD, Minn. — School’s out and summer vacation has begun. But for those in Fargo Public School’s Air Force ROTC program, that doesn’t mean they get a break. It means they are taking their lessons to new heights. It wasn’t the halls of the new school she was in or all the faces Ella Trautmann saw on her first day of…