North Dakota News

West Fargo Bridge Undergoing Damage Assessments After Crash

WEST FARGO, ND — Damage assessments are under way after a truck hit a railroad overpass in West Fargo. The crash happened this morning on Center Street, just north of Main Avenue. No serious injuries were reported, but the truck driver may have struck his head on the windshield. The truck was heavily damaged. Categories: Business, Crime, Local News, News…

Moorhead Man Arrested After Allegedly Attempting to Run Down Fargo Officer

The officer was not injured

FARGO, ND — It was a close call for a Fargo police officer. The officer was responding to a disturbance call outside an apartment building in the 2900 block of 34th Avenue South around 3:30 this morning. That’s when the officer says Dalton Beyer made eye contact and backed up at a high rate of speed, almost running over the…

Altru Health System to Build “21st Century Hospital”

The specifics of the new hospital are still being determined

  GRAND FORKS, ND — Altru Health System is making a major investment in new facilities and new technologies in Grand Forks. They have announced plans to invest over $250 million for what they call a “brand new 21st century hospital”, expand clinic services and cutting-edge surgical and emergency services. The president of Altru, Dr. Eric Lunn, said the structural…

Flu Season Snapshot

We talked with local health care leaders about what we're up against this year.

  Numbers show that only 46.9% of us 6 months old and older in North Dakota got their flu shot last year.  Brenton Nesemeier, an epidemiologist with the North Dakota State Department of Health, talked with the Morning Show’s live in-studio about why getting your flu shot is so critical for the flu season that’s already underway. Categories: Business, Community,…

Grand Forks Sales Tax Vote Approved By Overwhelming Majority

The 20 Year Tax Will Help Fund Water and Road Projects

  GRAND FORKS, ND — Voters in Grand Forks have overwhelmingly approved a half-cent sales tax. Unofficial results showed that 3,781 people voted “Yes”, while 1,365 voted “No”. It will bring the city’s overall sales tax to 7.25 percent which would be a quarter percent behind Fargo and West Fargo sales tax rates. The 20 year tax plan will help…

National and Local Advocates of Planned Parenthood Host Progress on the Prairie Event

Defunding programs and removing access could change the future of millions

FARGO, ND — Advocates of Planned Parenthood gathered downtown to show their support for the organization at their annual Progress on the Prairie event. Former Senator Olympia Snowe says possible changes to Planned Parenthood from the new administration could affect thousands. “‘Where will I get my birth control if you’re not here? What happens if you close your doors?’” asked…

Now May be the Time to Book that Winter Getaway

Travel Agents say November and December are the most common months for airlines to promote deals that get you more bang for your buck

FARGO, N.D. — You may have noticed a handful of promotions from airlines announcing discounted getaways. This is no accident. Local travel agents say this winter, there are some key reasons why these airlines are pushing vacations. If you’re looking to escape the snow, now might be the best time to plan for some fun in the sun. Travel agents…

Longfellow Elementary Students Create Handmade Thank You Cards for Veterans

This is the seventh year where first grade students from Longfellow will personally deliver thank you cards to veterans at the VA Hospital

FARGO, N.D. — Students at a Fargo elementary school are creating handmade thank–you cards for veterans at the Fargo VA Hospital. It’s been a Veterans’ Day tradition at Longfellow Elementary for years. Veterans’ Day is Saturday and the first grade students at Longfellow Elementary want to let the veterans at the VA Hospital feel appreciated. “Veterans are an important part…

How to Spruce Up Your Home This Time of the Year

Designingwomen2 In Fargo Teaches Us What To Add To Your Home To Make It Cozier

FARGO, ND — The lack of sunlight and change of weather may have you feeling down but Designingwomen2 in Fargo has tips on how to bring some brightness into your home. The designers say the first thing to warming up your home is to start with adding rugs with texture and color. They also recommend using an indoor fire place…

Four Local Classrooms Receive Grants to Fund STEM Projects

Doosan-Bobcat of Fargo presented a check for $500 to fund a miniature escape room project at Liberty Middle School

WEST FARGO, N.D. — Four schools in the metro are getting grants from Doosan-Bobcat to help promote STEM projects. A seventh grade math class at Liberty Middle School was one of the four area classrooms to receive a check for $500. The award will allow the class to fund a miniature escape room project. Teachers at Liberty say that the…