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Several North Dakota Roads and Bridges In Need of Repairs

TRIP says North Dakota will need $2.5 billion to fix these roadways over the next five years

October 9, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — A new report says that many roads and bridges in North Dakota are in desperate need for repairs. TRIP, a group that researches and evaluates data on transportation issues across the country estimates North Dakota will need $2.5 billion to fix up roads and bridges across the state over the next five years. The need for infrastructure repair…

Ninth Annual Chili Feed Raises $46,000 for United Way of Cass-Clay

Roers and Keller Williams co-sponsored the annual event

October 9, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — It might be chilly outside, but many people warmed up inside at the 2018 Roers Keller Williams Chili Feed. In exchange for a donation to United Way of Cass–Clay, people sampled fifty different types of chili. This is one of the largest events centered around the spicy pepper dish in the metro. For nearly the last decade, Roers…

State Lawmaker Arrested For Drunk Driving In Stutsman County

Craig Headland, a Republican who represents District 29, was stopped by the state patrol on I-94

October 9, 2018

TJ Nelson,

STUTSMAN COUNTY, N.D. — A state representative from Montpelier was arrested over the weekend for driving under the influence. Craig Headland, a Republican who represents District 29, was stopped by the state patrol on I-94 in Stutsman County. He refused a chemical test. Headland farms and has served in the house since 2003. He’s seeking another term next month. Categories: Local…

Owner Of The Bison Turf Sues City of Fargo Over Condemned Property

Pete Sabo says his rights were violated

October 9, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — The owner of “The Bison Turf” is suing the city of Fargo over a condemned rental property. Pete Sabo says his rights were violated. He is seeking damages of at least $156,000, attorney’s fees, and return of the house at 427 15th Avenue South. City inspectors declared the two story rental property dangerous because of numerous building code…

Body Found In North Grand Forks

Officials haven't said if there are any signs of foul play.

October 9, 2018

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. (AP) _ Police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found in front of a house in Grand Forks. Authorities say officers were called to the scene about 10 a.m. Tuesday and found man was deceased. Police have not released his name so relatives can be notified first. Officials haven’t said if there are…

USPS Advocates Urging Rep. Cramer to Sign Bill Preventing Post Office Privatization

They stood outside his office

October 8, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — U.S. Postal Service employees are fighting to keep a public Post Office at more than 140 sites across the country, including here in Fargo. They stood outside Congressman Kevin Cramer’s office because they want him to sign a bipartisan bill which would prevent the post office from being privatized. The protests come after President Trump said he would…

Man Honored for His Devotion to Others this Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Gladys Ray's granddaughter says she was a constant in the community

October 8, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — As many celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day, dozens from around North Dakota came to Fargo to observe the holiday. KVRR’s Jessie Cohen tells us why one man was honored for devoting his life to taking care of others. A room filled with culture, appreciation, and family… …where tribal flags are presented and blessings heard… …provides hope for the…

Indigenous Peoples’ Day POW WOW Connects Them to Their Ancestors, Future Generations

A traditional indigenous meal was served before the celebration

October 8, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — A beat that feeds the soul. “It’s blissful. It makes me feel happy,” Paula Howling Wolf said. And a song is all it takes to connect these indigenous brothers and sisters to their ancestors. “That’s like one of the magnets bringing us all together,” Howling Wolf said. “We want to celebrate the people that came before us, our…

You Can Now Access West Fargo Library Material Online from the Comfort of Your Home!

As a way to promote reading for people of all ages, the library is also waving late fees on most children's material

October 8, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — West Fargo Public Library is bringing books, movies and other resources to the tips of your fingers online. For those eligible to take out books in West Fargo, you can now order an e–card online that gives you access to all online resources from home. You never have to go to the library! As a way…

Former Sanctuary Events Center Manager Sentenced For Theft

Richard Pallay III was fired in January after taking nearly $16,000

October 8, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — The man who headed up the Sanctuary Events Center in Fargo has been sentenced for embezzling thousands of dollars from the venue. Richard Pallay III pleaded guilty to theft and was given 150 hours of community service and a year of supervised probation. $10,000 in restitution has been paid to the Sanctuary Events Center. Pallay still owes over…