Research shows that rural Minnesota is seeing a shortage of day care options. The Center for Rural Policy and Development found the northern and central parts of the state are particularly affected. The research estimates that roughly 2,500 children in the northwestern part of the state can’t get the day care they need. Small in-home day cares are closing at…
FARGO, N.D. — People in cities across the country gathered for March for our Lives to advocate for gun reform. Hundreds gathered in downtown Fargo to take part in the local event. The march was organized by a group called “Moms Demand Action.” The group was created after the Sandy Hook shooting and pushes lawmakers for what they say is common…
FARGO, N.D. — Celebrating Easter in a fun manner was one of the goals for the Fercho Family YMCA at the annual Easter Eggstravaganza. With many activities scattered around the gym, kids follow an Easter Egg trail to complete a series of physical activities. “They’re going to be doing things on the obstacle course, jumping around on the bouncy house, you…
WEST FARGO, N.D. — Even with the winter weather, kids are finding ways to get out and be active. The West Fargo Park District is allowing kids to bounce around inflatable obstacle courses as part of its annual Bouncin’ Bash. For just $8, children over the age of six could bounce around on more than twenty inflatable obstacle courses and games….
DETROIT LAKES, MN (KFGO) – Becker County are investigating after the body of a missing Lake Park man was recovered in Cormorant Township. Sheriff Todd Glander says the body of 29-year-old Sheldon Hambleton of Lake Park was recovered in the area of Spring Creek, around 11 a.m.Friday. Hambleton was reported missing by his family March 15th after they had not…
BARNES COUNTY, N.D. — President Trump recently enforced $60 billion in tariffs on Chinese imports. With China quickly putting its own tariffs on American goods, one field that could be in trouble is agriculture. “We’re long term going to see some kind of impact in agriculture partly because it’s the easiest thing for them to do quickly and partly because of…
FARGO, N.D. — After a week of interviewing finalists, Fargo Public Schools unanimously voted to hire Rupak Gandhi as the next superintendent. “I’m over the moon. I’m just so energized and exhilarated to be here,” Gandhi said. “My wife and I— to be honest— we were in tears this morning, because we’re so passionate about moving our family to Fargo and…
FARGO, N.D. — With less than a month to go before Tax Day, people are encouraged be cautious of potential scams. The Better Business Bureau recommends that people make sure their accountants have proper credentials and licenses. Always make sure you understand what you’re signing, and don’t sign a blank 1040 form without seeing the numbers. You’ll have less risk of…
FARGO, ND — Orlando Estrada, the man shot by Fargo Police after they say he charged at them with a knife was charged with two felonies in Cass County District Court. Estrada is charged with terrorizing and attempted aggravated assault on a peace officer with a dangerous weapon. He’s also charged with a misdemeanor of violating an order prohibiting contact…
FARGO, N.D. — Third graders at Centennial Elementary are doing their part to help animals in need of a new home. Kimberly Sandvig’s enrichment class baked dog and cat treats after reading the novel The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. The students sold the treats to family and friends, and donated just over 160 dollars to Homeward Animal Shelter in…
