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Fargo Police host annual Fargo United event

"We're hoping to just build trust with anyone, all community members of all ages to let them know that we as a police department we really appreciate the community in general.

August 28, 2021

George Gonzales,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Police officers are trying to build positive relationships with the people they serve through their annual Fargo United event. Members of the Fargo Police Department are lacing up their shoes, not for work, but for a game of basketball. “We’re hoping to just build trust with anyone, all community members of all ages to let…

Moorhead girl gets a new bike from police after accident

Rayna Yellowbird suffered serious injuries after she was hit by a car while on her bike.

August 19, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Rayna Yellowbird was spending a summer day the same way many kids do; riding a bike around the neighborhood with her friends. Her route took her to the intersection of Elm Street and 12th Avenue North in Fargo and that’s where things took a turn for the worse. “I stopped and there was nobody going, so I…

Motorcycle Ride Honors Cameron Bolton

More than 40 bikers made the ride out to the family's house in Horace to surprise Cameron's parents.

July 1, 2020

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HORACE, N.D. –Cameron Bolton died in car accident two years ago in Mapleton. To honor his legacy, family and friends came together in Fargo. More than 40 bikers made the ride out to the family’s house in Horace to surprise Cameron’s parents. The journey is about 30 minutes long and it’s to honor the life Cameron lived. They say he…

Teen Biker Has Serious Injuries After Being Hit By Car Near Gully, Minnesota

Warren Thompson was taken to Sanford Medical Center with life-threatening injuries

July 1, 2020

TJ Nelson,

POLK CO., Minn. — A 16-year-old Gonvick boy is hospitalized with serious injuries after he hit by a car while biking in eastern Polk County. The crash happening on Highway 92 and 410th Avenue near Gully, Minnesota just before 8 this morning. Warren Thompson was taken to Sanford Medical Center with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the car, 78-year-old James…

Prairie Roots Food Coop Hosts Mini Farmers Market

Families dropped by the store to sample local producers and chat with the jolly old man himself.

December 21, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — A local Co-op is getting people into the holiday spirit and encouraging customers to shop local. Prairie Roots Food Co-op, located in Downtown Fargo, had its Mini Farmers Market and Santa photo shoot. Families dropped by the store to sample local producers and chat with the jolly old man himself. The shop also had a bike hooked…

Mom Receives Life-Changing Gift, Calls It A “Christmas Miracle”

Her son is battling cancer and undergoing chemotherapy.

December 20, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn.- Dexter is a seven-year-old boy who loves to play video games, Legos and ride his bike. In May, Dexter was experiencing serious headaches and nausea. After a few trips to the hospital, he was diagnosed with stage 4 Medulloblastoma. “Since then, we have moved to Fargo, so he can receive medical treatment. We’ve been through a long journey,…

‘One pedal at a time’ How a Biker is Spreading Suicide Awareness on Country-Wide Journey

Dan Hurd is biking through all 48 lower states to spread suicide awareness

September 10, 2019

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — Dan Hurd has managed to bike for more than 14,000 miles over the span of 18 months. His mission is to help raise awareness about suicide. Hurd’s cycling journey began after he survived three suicide attempts himself. He then decided to ride his bike throughout the U.S. to encourage people to get the help they need. He’s…

“Streets Alive” Encourages People to Get Active

Three-mile loop Downtown is closed to all vehicles so people can walk and bike safely

August 25, 2019

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — The streets of downtown Fargo come to life. Streets Alive, an event hosted by Great Rides, encourages people to ditch their cars to bike, walk, or run. People can do that safely in a three–mile loop closed off to all vehicles for the day. The event also features activities and live demonstrations by various businesses like TNT…

West Fargo Boy Surprised With New Bike And Helmet In The Hospital

The boy was recently hit by an SUV while riding his bike near L.E. Berger Elementary School

June 20, 2019

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — A West Fargo boy who was recently hit by an SUV while riding his bike near L.E. Berger Elementary School has a new bike. West Fargo police officers delivered the bike to 8-year-old Donte Bravecrow at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo. Donte turned in front of an SUV last Wednesday at the intersection of 4th Avenue and…

Bike Workshops Keep Your Ride Feeling Smooth

Taking a workshop will help cyclists learn the basics of a bike tune–up and how to keep it in good shape

May 25, 2019

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FARGO, N.D.– Nature of the North is partnering with Nickel’s bike shop to bring beginner and advanced bike maintenance workshops to you. Taking a workshop will help cyclists learn the basics of a bike tune–up and how to keep it in good shape. That includes taking care of tires, brakes, chains and gears. Nature of the North’s founder says practicing…