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Fargo, West Fargo leaders back Gov. Burgum’s decision to reopen businesses

They note that much of the power to control the virus still lies in the hands of the public

April 27, 2020

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FARGO & WEST FARGO, N.D. — Gov. Doug Burgum says the state is ready to implement Phase One of the North Dakota Smart Restart plan. “We anticipate there’ll be some rules applied to this, but we see it as hopeful to start opening up businesses, get our economy moving again,” says Fargo Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney. West Fargo Commission President…

Gov. Doug Burgum Plans To Let Businesses Reopen Friday, If Trends Continue

Businesses Were Forced To Close At Noon on Friday March 20, 2020 In An Executive Order

April 27, 2020

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. — Gov. Doug Burgum is ready to put North Dakota Smart Restart into action. With a positive COVID-19 rate around 4.2% he is ready to allow bars, restaurants, gyms and other businesses to reopen if the current trends continue. “If these hold over the next couple of days our intention would be to let the current executive orders…

Burgum Announces Small Employer Loan Fund

The governor wants to secure long term, low interest loans.

April 24, 2020

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NORTH DAKOTA – The Small Employer Loan Fund will create a $50 million fund to assist small businesses in North Dakota who have 10 full-time employees or fewer. The COVID-19 Pace Recovery Program will provide loans of up to $5 million dollars for businesses with 500 or fewer employees and $10 million for businesses with more than 500. “The real…

Some MN businesses can reopen Monday, distance learning continues for rest of school year

April 23, 2020

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SAINT PAUL, Minn. – Gov. Tim Walz announces some businesses can reopen Monday and schools will continue distance learning for the rest of the school year. Industrial and manufacturing businesses like wholesale trade, warehouses can welcome back workers. Office-based businesses that aren’t customer-faced will also be open for business. This affects up to 100,000 workers and 20,000 businesses. In order…

Car Dealerships In The F-M Area Deal With New Normal Amid COVID-19

He says that he has seen an increase in sales of less expensive cars.

April 16, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.- Good News Auto Sales in Fargo was used to selling four cars or more a week. Now they are selling next to none. The business mostly wholesales cars to other car dealerships, but it also sells lower priced cars to consumers. They say due to COVID-19, everything has been at a standstill. “The Minnesota ones, they’re shut down,…

North Dakota Smart Restart Will Happen If Numbers Remain Low

The state is reporting 28 new coronavirus cases, its highest daily total

April 16, 2020

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. — Gov. Doug Burgum says North Dakota Smart Restart will only happen if testing numbers remain low. The state currently has the 2nd lowest total positive rate in the U.S. at 3.4%. He says equipment has been added allowing more testing and says there are plenty of supplies for people to get tested. “The steps we have taken…

Gov. Burgum Extends Business Restrictions To April 30

April 15, 2020

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. — During his daily COVID-19 briefing, Gov. Doug Burgum says North Dakota is not ready to re-open. He has signed a 10-day extension to his business closure executive order. It was set to expire on April 20, but it will now be extended to April 30. The government is working on a step-by-step plan for reopening including widespread…

Gov. Burgum Extends Business Closure To April 20

major presidential disaster declaration also approved

April 1, 2020

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. — Gov. Doug Burgum has extended North Dakota business closures through April 20 due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. President Donald Trump has also approved Burgum’s request for a major presidential disaster declaration. “This approval paves the way for North Dakota to receive federal funding at state, local, tribal level and also certain non-profits,” said Burgum. This support comes…

BNG supports local business with #NDSmart apparel

All proceeds from the apparel line go to a fund to support local buisness

March 26, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — BNG has created an apparel line with the #NDSmart to sell to the public. One hundred percent of the profit from purchases will go to a fund to support small businesses. Supporting local buisnesses is something that has always been important to the team at BNG. “Most of our legacy clients have been living in North Dakota…

Fargo-Moorhead deals with economic impact of coronavirus

Businesses in trouble are encouraged to reach out to their banks for assistive programs

March 26, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, many businesses in the Fargo-Moorhead area are left struggling. “If a business is still operating, sales are down 60-70%,” said Downtown Community Partnership President/CEO, Melissa Brandt. “Some have found creative ways to sell their product online or are offering pickup or takeout. Others have made the tough decision to lay…