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Activists Deliver Message of Inclusion at Standing for Humanity Celebration

people gave speeches, a memorial was held for victims of las vegas shootings and funds were raised for hurricane victims in Puerto Rico

October 14, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Some say peace is invaluable. “Peace is more precious than diamonds or silver or gold,” Ruth Buffalo said. People in Moorhead are fighting for peace after events like the Las Vegas shootings and the Charlottesville protests. “Somebody died in that particular rally and that was heartbreaking,” said Rebel Marie, a Standing for Humanity organizer. “It was very sad…

Teams Pull Concrete Mixer for Breast Cancer Research

the american cancer society sponsored the event

October 14, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — Teams of eight pulled a 34,000-pound concrete mixer to help fight breast cancer.at the Pink Powerhouse Pull. It was all for the first annual Pink Powerhouse Pull to help breast cancer research. The American Cancer Society sponsored the pull, silent auction and after party. Strong-armed activists say they’re pulling off this heavy stunt to send a message. “It’s…

Hope Inc. Holds Free Sled Hockey Open House

The goal was to show people with physical challenges they are not alone

October 14, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Able-bodied people took the chance to be in a disabled person’s seat in the hockey rink. Hope Inc. held their free open house for anyone who wanted to try out sled hockey. It gave friends and family the opportunity to know what it’s like trying to play the sport. One Hope Inc. official says the most important part…

All Things Paranormal Converge at PARACON on Friday the 13th

The seventh annual PARACON was held at Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen

October 13, 2017

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MAHNOMEN, Minn. — All things paranormal have come together in one space for fans to enjoy. The seventh Annual PARACON is underway at the Shooting Star Casino. Visitors can see psychics, meet their favorite characters from TV shows, or even talk with big foot experts. This year, the event happened to fall on Friday the 13th, which had people wondering…

Buddy Walk Brings Awareness to Down Syndrome

Alerus Center in Grand Forks Will Be Hosting the Annual Buddy Walk

October 13, 2017

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — We told you in April about the two babies from Grand Forks with a following on Facebook. Clara and Cutler both have Down Syndrome. Their mothers use the social media platform to bring awareness and acceptance to Down syndrome in a fun way. Clara and Cutler have not only stolen their family’s hearts, but also the…

F-M Symphony Showcases Eastern Music at Carl Ben Eielson Middle School

They previewed part of their show "Music After Dark"

October 13, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — The F-M Symphony stopped by Carl Ben Eielson Middle School to take kids on a journey to the Middle East. A clarinetist and composer from the symphony taught students all about Middle Eastern and Eastern European music. They learned things like breathing techniques and what goes into practicing an instrument. Members of the symphony say they wanted…

BBB Advises How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of Cyber Attacks

More than 60 percent of americans have already been hacked this year

October 13, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — Sensitive information belonging to millions of Americans was hacked in the Equifax breach earlier this year. But why are so many people vulnerable? Even people who work in cyber security are at risk of being hacked. “I teach this all day long and yet I was still hacked, so I might have made a purchase at a coffee…

Far-Off Melodies: From the Middle East to Fargo

Compose yourself -- you're about to see and hear nothing like you've ever heard before, in Fargo.

October 13, 2017

Emily Welker,

As Fargo welcomes more and more newcomers from all different parts of the world, we get to learn all about the arts they bring with them. And this time, we get to do it at the Fargo Theatre Saturday. Symphony After Dark: Music of the Middle East is a show that blends the work of world-renowned composers and performers from…

Friday the 13th: Black Cats, Bad Luck, and Being Rescued

A black cat crosses our paths in the studio, and we couldn't be happier about it.

October 13, 2017

Emily Welker,

Between Friday the 13th falling on a day in October and Halloween just around the corner, it’s a tough time of year to be a black cat. The beautiful animals have long been associated with myths in many cultures about witches and bringing bad luck with them. So we decided to tempt fate a little and brought a black cat…

Fargo Davies, West Fargo Volleyball Teams Play for Kids Battling Cancer

The two teams choose which fundraiser they help out each year

October 12, 2017

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FARGO, ND — It’s the sixth year this familiar Volleyball match up is raising money. Players said they’ve raised at least $7,000 and counting to help a summer camp for kids with cancer. Davies High versus West Fargo means it’s time to “Dig for Kamp KACE.” Both sides are serving hope for a summer camp made for children with cancer….