Local News Archives - Page 2309 of 2826

Thousands Flock to Downtown Fargo for Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The 22nd annual parade included several floats and appearances by Fargo Police and Fire Departments

March 18, 2018

,

FARGO, N.D. — With bagpipes flaring, children scrambling for candy, and vast displays of green, orange, and white around town, the Fargo–Moorhead St. Patrick’s Day Parade gives people a chance to celebrate Irish heritage. “I’m enjoying it, the weather is beautiful and the crowd is tremendous, I’m loving it. We just moved here just a few months ago from Thief River…

Democratic Convention Nominates Heitkamp for U.S. Senate

She has held her seat since 2013

March 17, 2018

,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Heidi Heitkamp has secured the Democratic Party’s endorsement for U.S. Senate. She beat opponent Dustin Peyer in a landslide, earning almost 500 delegate votes. Heitkamp has held her Senate seat since 2013. She highlighted several bills she’s sponsored during her time in the Senate, from the farm bill to an anti–LGBT discrimination bill and a bill to…

MSUM Brings Awareness to Different Cultures with “Celebration of Nations”

MSUM currently has 360 international students spread out across 47 countries

March 17, 2018

,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Several students at Minnesota State University, Moorhead (MSUM) learned new things about various different nations and their cultures. MSUM hosted its annual Celebration of Nations to give international students a chance to teach others about their culture. The university has 360 international students spread out across 47 nations. Leaders of the MSUM International Student program believe the event…

Flood Diversion Authority Submits New Application to Minnesota DNR

The plan impacts much less of rural Minnesota, but adds 2,500 acres of impacted land in Cass County

March 16, 2018

,

FARGO, N.D. — After the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) denied the initial diversion application, engineers worked with the Flood Diversion Authority on a new plan that would significantly reduce the impact in rural Minnesota. “The only ones that it really impacts are the ones that are right along the river that were impacted anyway. And we have a highway…

Community Celebrates Governor George Sinner’s Life

The governor passed away on March 9 at the age of 89

March 16, 2018

,

FARGO, N.D. — The community came together to celebrate the life of former North Dakota Governor George Sinner. Sinner passed away on March 9 at the age of 89. “He was really imbued with justice and love. In public service, that’s a really wonderful combination,” said Tim Mathern, a state senator. “His legacy is permanent, ongoing forever, positive.” Sinner was born in…

Local Magazine Celebrates With Ribbon-Cutting

Midwest Nest features all things home design, art, and culture

March 16, 2018

,

FARGO, N.D. — A local magazine celebrates joining the Fargo–Moorhead–West Fargo Chamber with a ribbon–cutting. Midwest Nest magazine includes stories all about home design, art, and cuisine. The staff celebrated in a house built by Designer Homes, which was featured in the magazine. Midwest Nest has won three silver ADDY Awards from the American Ad Federation of North Dakota. The magazine…

Fargo Police Department Warns about Drunk Driving on St. Patrick’s Day

Officers recommend that people have a plan to get home safely after the festivities

March 16, 2018

,

FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Police Department warns people to not drink and drive during tomorrow’s St. Patrick’s Day events. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 75% of fatal drunk driving accidents on St. Patrick’s Day involve a driver who is two times over the legal limit. Officers say that people can still have fun during the festivities, but…

Williams County Deputy Named Sheriff Office’s “Deputy of the Year”

Deputy Spenser Miller was recognized for his efforts in the Weight Enforcement Division

March 16, 2018

,

WILLISTON, N.D. — A Williams County Deputy is recognized for his hard work for the sheriff’s office. Deputy Spenser Miller was named the Williams County Sheriff’s Office Deputy of the Year. Miller joined the Williams County Sheriff’s Office in May 2015. He currently serves as a patrol deputy, specializing in weight enforcement. Miller previously received an accommodation award for his work…

Missing Becker County Man

29 year old Eric Hambleton has been missing since 3/15/2018.

March 16, 2018

Site Staff,

BECKER COUNTY, MN — The Becker County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the publics help in finding a missing man. Eric Sheldon Hambleton, age 29, was last seen near Cormorant Village on 3/10/2018. Hambleton’s family reported him missing on 3/15/2018. If you have information on Hambleton please contact the Becker County Sheriff at 218-847-2661. Categories: Local News, Minnesota News, News…

ND Health Dept. Accepting Applications From Makers of Medical Marijuana

That followed state voters' approval of the drug in November 2016.

March 16, 2018

Site Staff,

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) _ North Dakota’s Health Department has begun accepting applications from potential manufacturers of medical marijuana. The application period ends April 19. It’s the latest step by state officials who’ve been developing the medical marijuana system since legislators crafted a law a year ago. That followed state voters’ approval of the drug in November 2016. The state will…