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Lisbon Crowned Class B North Dakota Wrestling State Champions

The Broncos defeated New Salem-Almont for the title 46-25

FARGO, N.D. — The top seeded Lisbon battled its way to a Class B State title by taking down New Salem-Almont 46-25. The Broncos earned their spot in the championship match after defeating Central Cass 44-34 in the semifinals. They dominated in the title match. They fell behind after the first match, but take control of the next seven to…

Shopko Files For Bankruptcy, Closing A Number of Stores In Our Region

The company will close nearly 100 of its more than 300 stores across the country this year

Shopko is closing stores nationwide including in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. The Wisconsin-based retail chain has filed for bankruptcy protection citing excessive debt and ongoing competitive pressure. The company will close nearly 100 of its more than 300 stores across the country this year. Here is a list of the Shopko stores that will close in our region….

No Travel Advisory For South Eastern North Dakota

Cities included in the No Travel Advisory are Valley City, Wahpeton, Fargo, Hillsboro, Lisbon and surrounding areas.

FARGO, ND — The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) along with the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) have issued a No Travel Advisory for south eastern North Dakota due to blowing and drifting snow and reduced visibility. Cities included in the No Travel Advisory are Valley City, Wahpeton, Fargo, Hillsboro, Lisbon and surrounding areas. A No Travel Advisory means…

Man Suffers Life Threatening Injuries To Head After Crashing Into Bridge Support Pillar

the man lost control on ice Friday night near the Hankinson exit

RICHLAND COUNTY, ND — A 42-year-old man from Lisbon, North Dakota suffered life threatening injuries to his head in a crash on I-29. The highway patrol says the man lost control on ice Friday night near the Hankinson exit and struck a bridge support pillar. The man was taken to Sanford Medical Center in Fargo. His name has not yet been…

Fingal Man Wanted On Drug Charges Arrested In Fargo On Halloween

Michael Ott faces a number of drug related charges including possession of drugs and paraphernalia

FARGO, N.D. — A Fingal man wanted by Barnes County authorities on drug charges was arrested on Halloween in Fargo. Michael Ott faces a number of drug related charges including possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia after authorities searched a home in Fingal on September 21st. Deputies also recovered some stolen items during their search. Travis Fagan of Lisbon was charged…

Cameron Bolton Organ Donation Begins

22-year-old Fargo Man died after a crash last week near Mapleton

FARGO, N.D. — The death of a young Fargo man after a crash last week near Mapleton is giving new life to others. The family of 22-year-old Cameron Bolton had to make the tough decision to take him off of life support after he was declared brain dead. The first organ donor recipients include a 30-year-old man who is getting…

Teen Dirt Bike Rider Hit By Pickup In Milnor

14-year-old Jayson Gainor of Lisbon was thrown from the bike

MILNOR, N.D. — A teen dirt bike rider was flown to Fargo from Milnor after getting hit by a pickup. The highway patrol says 14-year-old Jayson Gainor of Lisbon was thrown from the bike after being hit by a pickup driven by 44-year-old Ryan Smith of Milnor. Gainor was taken to the hospital in Lisbon before being flown to Sanford…

Region 1 GBB Roundup: Kindred, Lisbon Advance to Finals

Kindred and Lisbon will play Friday night with a state berth on the line

FARGO, N.D. — Kindred is one step closer to defending its girls basketball state title after taking down Oak Grove in the Region 1 semifinals. The Vikings cruised to a 56-41 win over the Grovers and will face Lisbon on Friday night. The 2-seed Broncos held off 3-seed Central Cass 58-51. The Region final is Friday night at 7:30. Categories:…

ND Girls Basketball Roundup: Kindred Finishes Regular Season Undefeated in Region Play

Lisbon Broncos win 11th straight to end regular season.

KINDRED, N.D. — The Kindred Vikings picked up their 13th win in region play defeating Maple Valley 54-29. The Vikings finish the regular season a top Region 1 with a 13-0 record in the regular season against region opponents. The Lisbon Broncos took care of business in Colfax downing Richland 68-39 for the teams 11th straight win of the season….

Man Arrested For Arson After Setting Fire To Apartment Building

Quentin Leonard Is Being Held On $100,000 Bond

LISBON, N.D. — A Lisbon man has been arrested for arson after setting fire to an apartment building. 20-year-old Quentin Leonard has been charged with arson, reckless endangerment and endangering by fire. Police say Leonard set fire to a four-plex in Lisbon on Monday. It is a total loss. Five people living in the complex are without a home. Bond…