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Labor Day 2020: Coronavirus pandemic brings new challenges for workers

Although Labor Day is often known as the unofficial goodbye to the summer, the holiday holds a deeper meaning

September 7, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — As with most things amid the coronavirus pandemic, this Labor Day feels and looks a bit different. “Unfortunately, there are many people who are unemployed, and most of it is because of this pandemic that we’re going through,” said North Dakota AFL-CIO President Landis Larson. “So, without tackling the pandemic, it’s not going to do any good…

LIVE: Last-Minute Labor Day Food Ideas With Famous Dave’s

There's Still Time To End The Summer Food Season With A Bang

September 7, 2020

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Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, which can be one of the last times to go all out with barbecue. Famous Dave’s joined the morning show today with last-minute labor day ideas. If you weren’t able to bust out the grill, Famous Dave’s is selling a meal with a rack of ribs, a pound each of brisket…

Travel expected to pick up this Labor Day weekend

September 3, 2020

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FARGO-MOORHEAD — Although it won’t be as busy as Labor Day weekend in past years, a local travel agent says lines at the airport will be longer this Friday and Monday. Tod Ganje with Travel Incorporated in Moorhead says a few flights from and to Hector International Airport will be full this holiday weekend. Even so, Ganje says more people…

NDDoH encouraging students to remain on campus during Labor Day weekend

September 2, 2020

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BISMARCK, N.D.–North Dakota University System students are being encouraged to stay on campus during the upcoming Labor Day weekend. The North Dakota Department of Health says younger people are more likely to be asymptomatic and staying on campus reduces the risk of them catching or transmitting the virus. Kirby Kruger, director of the NDDoH Division of Disease Control, said, “Every…

Minnesota Turkey Growers Asking For COVID-19 Relief Funding

The turkey industry supports 26-thousand jobs in Minnesota bringing in more than 800 million dollars in economic activity.

August 19, 2020

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MINNESOTA – Minnesota turkey growers and producers are feeling the sting as COVID-19 is causing producers to slow down production. “It’s been a challenge. It’s added costs to our situation, and in our case as a grower co-op, it’s the independent growers that are affected because they own the plant,” Former Chairman of the National Turkey Federation John Burkel said….

Why Labor Day Started and How Its True Meaning is Often Forgotten

Millions of Americans have the day off in observance of the holiday

September 2, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Nowadays, Labor Day is the weekend for travel, cookouts and shopping, but journey back 125 years, and you’ll see a different story. “There was a lot of people that died for labor. There was the Haymarket, you know there were quite a few. The Shirtwaist Triangle factory burned. There was a lot of people that died for…

MN State Patrol Increases DWI Enforcement

Labor Day weekend is third worst holiday for drunk drivers

August 15, 2019

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MINNESOTA – Labor Day weekend means the end of summer, barbecues and time with family and friends. But it’s also a red flag for law enforcement. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is warning people to drive sober or get pulled over. The campaign is pushing to combat drunk driving by implementing more DWI enforcement. 3.8 arrests are made every hour…

Man Dies After Labor Day Crash In LaMoure County

89-year-old Albert Oberlander died Monday of his injuries

September 12, 2018

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JUD, N.D. — An elderly man from Kulm has died of injuries suffered last week in a crash in LaMoure County. North Dakota Highway Patrol says 89-year-old Albert Oberlander died Monday of injuries he received on Labor Day. Oberlander’s minivan left County Road 65 near Jud and crashed into a ditch. The patrol says he likely fell asleep at the wheel….

Marcus Theatres Offers Special Deals for Labor Day Weekend

They'll be showing classics like "Jaws" and "Goonies"

August 31, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — If you plan to stay in town for Labor Day weekend, why not take a trip to the movies and escape real life for a bit? Marcus Theatres is offering a special deal where they’re showing classic movies like “Jaws” and “Goonies” for $5. There are also movie passports for $20. Those let you watch four movies on…

American Red Cross Offers Safety Tips For Labor Day Weekend

Travel safety, water safety, and grill safety are three major areas to keep in mind

August 30, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Before you jump into your Labor Day plans, make sure you always prioritize your well–being. The Red Cross says there several safety tips people should remember. Jim Fitzpatrick calls himself a full-time “RV–er.” As someone who’s always on the road, safety is never far from his mind. “I’m in a big motor home, and I tow a…