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United Way Honors the Community’s Most Generous Businesses

The charitable organization raised over $5 million last year

March 16, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — The United Way of Cass–Clay held its annual meeting and report to the community at the Ramada Inn. The luncheon celebrated the most generous workplaces and business leaders who inspire philanthropic attitudes. The meeting also included a keynote speaker who advised attendees on how to better connect with and engage millennials. United Way leaders say the annual…

Cyber Security Conference Informs Public on Latest in High-Tech Crime

The day-long seminar informs attendees on current identity theft crimes and preventative practices

March 16, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — The North Dakota Cyber Security Conference was held on the NDSU campus. The conference brings together members from educational institutions and government agencies to speak on a variety of topics. They talked about current security threats and the best practices to combat identity theft. The conference provides vital information to keep the region safe from new types…

Flu Season Shows No Signs of Slowing Down

The 2016-17 North Dakota flu season can last into May

March 16, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — The calendar says Spring officially begins on Monday, but the flu season rages on in North Dakota. The state Department of Health says that the season can stretch into the month of May. Health officials say that although one strain of the bug may be fading away this season, other strains are still around. Even at this…

CCRI Searching for Positive People who Want to Make a Difference

The organization helps people with disabilities live life to the fullest

March 16, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Are you looking for a job that gives back? Creative Care for Reaching Independence in Moorhead is looking for positive people to join its team. The organization helps people with disabilities live life to the fullest. There are positions with a variety of hours available, and for all different sorts of experience. You must have your own…

Minot Air Force Base Airmen Deploy to the Middle East

They departed last week in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, the effort to combat Islamic State militants

March 16, 2017

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MINOT, N.D. — More than 400 airmen from the 5th Bomb Wing in Minot have deployed to the Middle East. They departed last week in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, the effort to combat Islamic State militants. The Air Base’s 23rd Bomb Squadron will lead the bomb wing, flying combat operations out of the Middle East. It is the…

Extra DWI Patrols on the Roads for St. Patrick’s Day

To keep Minnesotans safe, law enforcement will have extra DWI patrols this holiday weekend looking for drunk drivers

March 16, 2017

TJ Nelson,

REGIONAL — If you are looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, authorities are urging you to designate a sober driver. That could be a friend or family member, a cab or even a ride sharing service like Uber. To keep Minnesotans safe, law enforcement will have extra DWI patrols this holiday weekend looking for drunk drivers. St. Patrick’s Day…

Nearly 90 People Arrested in the Midwest in ICE Operation

The arrests happened over three days last week

March 16, 2017

TJ Nelson,

REGIONAL — Officials from Immigration and Customs Enforcement have arrested 86 people in five states in the Midwest. The arrests happened over three days last week. In all, 26 people were arrested in Minnesota, 4 in North Dakota, one in South Dakota, 32 in Nebraska and 23 in Iowa. ICE says 62 of those arrested, including 10 lawful permanent…

Bison Turf Reconstruction Project Begins

The popular college bar near NDSU's campus was damaged by fire last July

March 16, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — The reconstruction of the Bison Turf has officially begun. The popular college bar near NDSU’s campus was damaged by fire last July. The owner, Pete Sabo, has had plans to rebuild the bar for quite some time. But the project has been delayed due to getting the right city permits and fixing mold damage. The reconstruction…

Moorhead Woman who Died in Apartment Fire Identified

The official cause of her death has not yet been determined

March 16, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — The Moorhead woman who died in an apartment fire Wednesday has been identified. Billi Jo Larson, 58, died at the hospital shortly after firefighters pulled her from her apartment on the 800 block of 24th Ave South just after 10:30 in the morning. The official cause of her death has not yet been determined. Fire officials…

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March 16, 2017

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Tonight, on KVRR Local News at 6:00: His outspoken stance on refugee resettlement has been too much for one group. Now their petition effort to recall Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn is approved. KVRR reporter Shiina LoSciuto says it’s all about freedom for one local business owner who says the state of North Dakota should lift the Sunday shopping law…