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Sen. Heitkamp Hosts Discussion With Families Affected By Opioids

Many grandparents are raising grandchildren because their biological parents aren't able to

August 7, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Sen. Heidi Heitkamp hosted a discussion to hear from grandparents who are taking care of grandchildren because their biological parents aren’t able to. The opioid epidemic, suicides, and other issues have left many parents unable to take care for their children. Heitkamp introduced a bill that would help caregivers deal with the challenges of caring for children, especially…

“Miracle Ride” Raises Money for Sanford Children’s Hospital

Motorcycle riders rode out to the Lakes Area

June 23, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Motorcycle riders revved up their engines to go on a Miracle Ride to raise money for Sanford Children’s Hospital. Many of these bike riders have a personal connection to the Miracle Ride. “My son has a disease called Marfan’s and he’s spent some time in the hospital…it’s our way to give back for what my son has…

WF’s Hulbert Aquatic Center Hosts World’s Largest Swim Lesson

The World's Largest Swim Lesson is happening in pools across the world

June 21, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D.–The World’s Largest Swim Lesson is happening in pools across the world. Swim facilities in twenty countries on five continents are working to prevent one of the most preventable causes of death, drowning. This lesson at Hulbert Aquatic Center is aimed at teaching children how to swim and more importantly, to prevent drowning. “We’re kind of raising awareness…

Fathers and their Kiddos are Celebrating the Day All About Dad

Dads and their kids got creative when finding ways to celebrate the special day

June 17, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — It’s a day all about dads and people in our area are out and about saying thank you to their old man. Creative outings in town give dads and their kids a fun way to celebrate. Whether they are eating his favorite meal, playing his go to game or trying something new, these dads are just happy…

Study Finds Vaccinations Keep Communities Safe

Low immunization rates leads to higher risk of disease

June 15, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Experts say getting vaccinated can not only protect you from infectious diseases, but it can also protect people who aren’t able to get vaccines. One new study looks at how opting out of vaccines puts entire communities at risk. States like North Dakota and Minnesota have exemptions if parents don’t want to vaccinate their kids. Researchers say the…

Heartland Community Church Celebrates Second Annual Community Service Day

They did so by helping out children's organizations in the metro

June 10, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Children are the future of our community. That’s why Heartland Community Church spent the day giving back to charity organizations throughout the metro that support kids in need. Looking at all the needs throughout the F–M community is what inspired those at Heartland Community Church to do something about it. “We just felt like we had to…

Star Legacy Foundation Raises Awareness for Stillborn Babies

26,000 families in the U.S. experience pregnancy loss every year

June 9, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — The Star Legacy Foundation is raising awareness for pregnancy loss by hosting a 5K event and fundraiser. One participant in the event, Audra Mikesh, describes how she felt she found out her daughter was stillborn. “Blank. They told me and I didn’t know what to do. It was a very hard day for everybody,” she said. Her baby…

Mental Health Professionals Talk Children’s Mental Well-Being

A significant change in behavior could hint at a bigger problem

May 15, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Flag Family Media, Prairie St. John’s, and Scheels put on a town hall with mental health professionals to talk about the mental well–being of children. One panelist describes our society as an “anxious age” with so much going on around us. One of the big points of discussion was the impact of social media on children. Mental health…

MATBUS Donates Youth Programming and Outreach Transport Van to Fargo PD

"We are working with families and kids that don't have transportation readily available to them"

May 10, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Over the last few months the Fargo Police Department has been trying to find a method of transportation for their community engagement group. MATBUS has donated a vehicle that is going to change the future for these programs. The Fargo Police Department doesn’t just serve to protect, they serve to help children in the community. “So we’re…

AAA Hosts “Safety Safari” at Red River Zoo

Law enforcement and first responders where there to answer questions

May 5, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — AAA hosted a “Safety Safari” event at the Red River Zoo where kids and parents go to learn about how to avoid accidental injuries. Kids got to see animals, meet police officers, and ride the carousel, all for free. Local law enforcement and first responders were there to teach kids about their vehicles. There was even a rollover…