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Sanford Health: One of Fourteen Participants in Diabetes Study

Sanford Project T-Rex Study gathers 110 patients to see if T-regulatory cells can reverse Type 1 Diabetes

February 27, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota has one of the highest rates of Type 1 Diabetes patients in the nation. However, at Sanford Health in Fargo, a clinical test can be a game changer for a disease’s impact on children’s lives. In a partnership with Caladrius Biosciences, Sanford Health has launched the Sanford Project T–Rex Study to study how patients react…

‘Down Home’ Prepares To Surprise A Family And End The Cycle Of Homelessness

new non-profit serving families who are transitioning from homelessness into permanent housing

February 27, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — A new non-profit called ‘Down Home’ is helping a deserving family transition into permanent housing. KVRR’s Angela Shen talked with the founders of the group just before the house was revealed to the new residents. Meet the family on KVRR Local News at 9. Categories: Local News, News Landing Page, North Dakota News Tags: DOWN HOME, FARGO,…

USA’s Gold Medal Curling Team Will Skip Fargo Event

The tweet says the reason is "due to media commitments to help grow the sport of #curling"

February 27, 2018

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FARGO, ND — In a tweet from USA Curling the USA Gold Medal winning Team Shuster says they will not compete in the 2018 Nationals held in Fargo. The tweet says the reason is “due to media commitments to help grow the sport of #curling” The Nationals will be held at Scheels Arena from March 3-10. USA Curling says Team Tucker…

Fargo-Moorhead Hosts Eighth Annual ComiCon

more than 30 vendors showed up to the event this year

February 25, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Kids and adults dressed up in their best sci-fi costumes for Fargo-Moorhead’s eighth annual ComiCon. The event featured a videogame room with all kinds of older games from Pacman to newer ones like Assassin’s Creed. More than 40 artists and 30 vendors from all over the Red River Valley were there. Some even included people from places…

High School Students Practice for Robotics Competition

Organization aims to inspire students to pursue engineering

February 22, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — High school students in the area are preparing to compete in a robotics competition held by an organization called First Robotics. “It’s an experience you can’t get anywhere else. There’s not a lot of other programs that give you this much manufacturing or engineering experience,” said Brennan Coslett, a West Fargo High School senior. Students from various high…

Dates Set For Racing at North Dakota Horse Park This Summer

Racing will take place over three weekends in July

February 22, 2018

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. — Horse racing is returning to the North Dakota Horse Park this summer. The park will host six days of racing on July 14th and 15th, 21st and 22nd and 27th and 28th. Funding has been approved by the North Dakota Racing Commission. Horse Park GM Mike Schmitz says you can expect new promotions, entertainment as well as…

Former Home Remodeling Contractor Likely to be Sued by the State

Attorneys say Tim Rosene, former owner of Studs to Rugs, has not worked towards a settlement

February 22, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — A former Fargo home remodeling contractor will likely be sued by North Dakota. Assistant Attorney General Parrell Grossman says Studs to Rugs owner Tim Rosene has refused to work toward a settlement. He says a lawsuit appears to be the only option. Ten customers have filed complaints claiming losses of $324,000 for projects that were never completed….

Bestselling Children’s Book Author Visits Fargo Public Schools

Ame Dyckman met with students at Washington and Ed Clapp Elementary Schools on Wednesday

February 21, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — A best–selling children’s author made an appearance at Washington Elementary School in Fargo. Ame Dyckman fielded questions about her books and her writing style from eager first graders. Dyckman has written five children’s books, including the New York Times bestseller Wolfie the Bunny, as well as Horrible Bear! and You Don’t Want a Unicorn. The author says motivating…

Fargo-Native Grammy Winner Set For Performance at Fargo Theatre

Jonny Lang will perform at the Fargo Theatre on June 28

February 21, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo boy who made it big and won a Grammy is returning home. Jonny Lang will appear at Fargo Theatre on Thursday, June 28. The 36–year–old was born in Fargo and had his first million–selling record at the age of 15. He is known as one of the best live performers and guitarists of his generation….

Suspect in Attempted Robbery of South Fargo Gas Station Charged

18-year-old John Holeton has been charged with robbery, theft and felony assault

February 20, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — The teen who tried to rob a Fargo gas station until his rifle was taken during a struggle has been charged. Eighteen-year–old John Holeton is charged with robbery, theft and felony assault. Holeton was arrested shortly after attempting to rob Southpointe Tesoro on February 11. The complaint says Holeton entered the store with a stolen rifle. He’s…