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Navy SEAL, UND Grad Dies in Kayaking Accident

Petty Officer 1st Class Devon Grube was a Cavalier High School and UND Graduate

December 31, 2016

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A North Dakota Navy SEAL and graduate of UND has died in a kayaking accident off the Virginia coast. The Coast Guard says Petty Officer 1st Class Devon Grube was recovered from the waters of Chesapeake Bay two hours after his kayak was found capsized. He was taken to the hospital but died from his injuries. Grube was a 2000…

Clearing Ice from Your Home: Blowtorch Not Recommended

After two house fires in the area, fire officials are asking homeowners to be careful when removing ice from your home

December 31, 2016

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Clearing snow and ice off your house is something that naturally comes with the brutal winter season. What some people may not realize is that the fire can creep through walls, under doors or any openings and create a much bigger problem than just the ice. Two houses….one week. Firefighters have had to put fires at two separate locations after…

This K9 Officer Needs a Name…Can You Help?

The Benton County Sheriff's Office is Asking for Your Help Naming Their Newest Recruit

December 30, 2016

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The Benton County Sheriff’s Office is on the search for…a really great name. The Sheriff’s Office posted a picture of their new one-year-old K9 officer and are asking for your help in giving him a name. The pup comes to the Sheriff’s Office from Slovakia and they say he is a “very social and driven pooch”. You can post your…

Staying Safe This New Years Eve

Grand Forks Police want you to know they're watching out for you this weekend.

December 30, 2016

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GRAND FORKS, ND The Grand Forks Police Department is providing a stay safe list for everyone in North Dakota this weekend. Looking forward to the upcoming New Year’s Eve, the Grand Forks Police Department would like to provide some safety tips to make it a safe and happy celebration. Remember: -Bring your fully charged cell phone with you- not…

Bill Drafted in North Dakota Allowing Concealed Carry Without Permit

State Representative Rick Becker is looking to make North Dakota a "Constitutional Carry" state

December 30, 2016

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NORTH DAKOTA A North Dakota State Representative wants you to be able to carry a loaded concealed firearm without a permit. Eleven other states have implemented what are called “constitutional carry laws” while another four have adopted limited versions of the law. In North Dakota, an open carry state, Representative Rick Becker says he doesn’t believe passing constitutional carry would…

Altru Health Clinic Evacuated for Structural Issues

Emergency workers re-locate 100 patients and staff after a large crack is found on a wall

December 30, 2016

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Altru Health Clinic was evacuated after officials found a structural problem with the building. Engineers say a 16 inch beam has failed in the Altru Main Clinic. The Cancer Center on the north side of the building and the hospital on the south side are not affected. “Some staff in the lower level of the main clinic noticed some issues…

MATBUS Continues Regular Schedule for New Year’s Eve

Need a ride? MATBUS is here for you on New Year's Eve

December 30, 2016

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Planning what you’ll be doing on New Year’s Eve can be a little hectic. Getting there, doesn’t have to be. MATBUS will continue its normal operating hours on Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. The transportation service is encouraging people to use their service to safely get to and from their festivities. It’s also suggested that you plan your…

Ring in the New Year with Fireworks in North Dakota

Since 2012, North Dakotans have been able to ring in the New Year with fireworks

December 30, 2016

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Memory Fireworks tells KVRR that every year, more and more people walk through their doors. They say there’s something magical about experiencing fireworks in the winter. “The fireworks reflect off the snow,” said David Reuter with Memory Fireworks. “Things are louder and more colorful.” If you’re a North Dakota resident, you can only buy fireworks twice a year, from June 27th…

Fire Crews Respond to Another House Fire Caused by a Blowtorch

For the second time in a week, fire crews respond to a fire caused by a blowtorch

December 30, 2016

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For the second time in a week, fire crews respond to a fire caused by a blowtorch. “If you’re going to use a torch, don’t get too close to the side of your house, ” said Captain Todd Church with the Moorhead Fire Department. Firefighters responded to 307 4th Street South around 5:15 when the siding of the house caught on…

Los Angeles Couple Arrested After Minneapolis Flight Has to Return to Airport

Airport Officials Say the Couple Caused a Disturbance on the Flight

December 30, 2016

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Courtesy: Metropolitan Airports CommissionTwo passengers were arrested after a Delta Flight had to return to Minneapolis. Blake Fleisig, 35 and 36-year old Anna Koosmann, both of Los Angeles, were taken to jail but have since been released. Koosmann, who also has an Edina address, was cited with disorderly conduct and obstruction while Fleisig was cited for disorderly conduct. Airport officials…