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Bernie Sanders supporters create signs in preparation for Women’s March

They say Sanders is the ideal candidate because he is an advocate for all, especially women

March 5, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — Bernie Sanders supporters in the metro say they’re still feeling the Bern and are getting ready for a Women’s March. Some of them got together at Atomic Coffee in Fargo to create signs for the march on Saturday. Although former vice president Joe Biden won 10 of 14 Super Tuesday states, Sanders supporters remain optimistic and say…

Fargo And Cass County Need Volunteers To Fill 400,000 Sandbags

Sandbag Central will open for the season at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, March 10

March 5, 2020

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — The call is going out for volunteers to make around 400,000 sandbags for Fargo and Cass County. Sandbag Central will open for the season at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, March 10. Operations will continue from 7 to 7 each weekday until the goal is met. Sandbag Central is located at 2301 8th Avenue North in Fargo. Mayor…

Xcel Energy Fined After 2019 Fire At Senior Living Facility

North Dakota Public Service Commission says gas was leaking and wasn't vented properly

March 5, 2020

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — Xcel Energy will pay a $12,000 fine for a natural gas leak that led to an explosion and fire at Riverview Place in Fargo. The fire broke out January 4, 2019 at the senior living complex and damaged four of the 24 apartments. No one was hurt but the building was evacuated for several hours. North Dakota…

Man Who Died Shortly After Arrest In Moorhead Identified

BCA says there were no body cameras but will be checking squad cameras as they investigate

March 5, 2020

TJ Nelson,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Ramsey County Medical Examiner identifies the man who died on Tuesday hours after his arrest in Moorhead. He is 50-year-old Jeremy Kelly of Fargo. Kelly was arrested on outstanding warrants when he complained of shortness of breath and lost consciousness. He later died at Sanford Medical Center. An autopsy is being done. Kelly was charged last month…

Man vs. Food’s Fargo episode showcases The Boiler Room, BernBaum’s & Wurst Bier Hall

March 4, 2020

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Courtesy: Cooking ChannelFARGO, N.D. – Man vs. Food host Casey Webb conquers the three pound serving of The Boiler Room’s Marge’s Famous Hotdish. Before Webb attempted the meal that would serve a family of four, no one has finished it. He at the dish in a little over 19 minutes and won a bomber hat. Webb also went to Wurst…

Plug & Play announces agriculture technology location in Fargo

March 4, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – Plug and Play selects Fargo as the site of its newest location with a focus on agriculture technology. Founding partners include Bremer Bank, CHS, Microsoft and The OCP Group. Plug and Play works with hundreds of start-ups each year. The Fargo office will run two three month programs per year. Startups accepted into the programs will get…

Body of Man Found In Vehicle At NDSCS Fargo Campus Identified

Police say no foul play is suspected in the death

March 4, 2020

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — Police in Fargo release the identity of a man found dead in a vehicle on the N-D-S-C-S Fargo campus. He is 84-year-old Wayne Blanchard. They say no foul play is suspected in Blanchard’s death. Police were called to the parking lot Tuesday morning and asked to check on an elderly man sitting in his vehicle. That is…

Travel tips regarding Coronavirus

If you are traveling, here are some safety tips from local travel agents

March 2, 2020

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — With the Coronavirus still making its way around the globe, some in North Dakota and Minnesota are questioning their upcoming travel plans. One local travel agent says he’s had to cancel a trip for someone going to Asia. Travel agents say it’s too early to determine whether or not they’ll see more cancellations in the coming weeks….

No Concern for Red River Valley Admist Stock Market Roller Coaster

March 2, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – The stock market roller coaster continues after coming off it’s worst week since 2008. Speculation about the economic fallout from the Coronavirus led to an extended and punishing sell off by uneasy investors. It’s expected that industries that rely on tourism, such as the airline and hotel industries, will continue to suffer. People with Legacy Wealth Management…

Body Found Near Red River Last Thursday Identified

Results of an autopsy have not been released

March 2, 2020

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — Police in Fargo release the identity of a man found dead last Thursday along the Red River. He is 44-year-old John Ross. Police say he had no permanent address. Ross’ body was found on the banks of the river Thursday afternoon in the 3100 block of South University Drive. Results of an autopsy have not been released….