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Experts Say Permit or No Permit, Learning Firearm Safety is Key

FARGO, N.D. -- Although the new concealed carry law doesn't require a permit, many people believe that it is important to know how to properly handle a firearm. Being properly trained…

Local Golf Clubs Open for the Season

HAWLEY, Minn. -- Golf clubs are out and swings are in full force. The weather was just right for Hawley Golf & Country Club to open back up for business. A "balmy"…

Construction Underway at Fargo's Bison Turf

FARGO, N.D. -- After being mostly destroyed by a massive fire, the Bison Turf is starting to take shape. Crews finished tearing down the parts of the building that won't be…

Local Farmers Urged to Take Precautions Against Bird Flu

FARGO, N.D. -- The North Dakota Department of Health is urging local farmers to take precautions as the list of states with the bird flu grows. Georgia has just been added to…

ND Oil Patch Cities See Drop in Population

DICKINSON, N.D. -- The population is dropping in at least two oil patch cities in North Dakota. The number of people living in Dickinson and Williston dropped about three percent last year. The exodus of people is largely due…

City Parks Re-Opening Across the Metro

FARGO, N.D. -- Another sure sign of spring: a number of city parks are re-opening along the Red River. The Fargo Park District will open the park gates at Iwen, Lindenwood, Oak Grove, Trefoil and Trollwood parks on Wednesday.…

ND Lawmakers Debating on Reduced Funding for Homeless Shelters

BISMARCK, N.D. -- Lawmakers are considering reducing funding for homeless shelters around North Dakota. The state Legislature has given $2 million and $1.5 million the past two years in one-time funding for the North Dakota Homeless Grant. This year,…