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DFL criticizes MNGOP for “politicizing COVID-19”

Party Chairman Ken Martin says this was not a political issue, but it's a concern where we need to look to health experts and scientists.

July 27, 2020

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MINNESOTA – The DFL is responding to Republican criticism of the mask mandate, and calling out the GOP for politicizing COVID-19. Party Chairman Ken Martin says this was not a political issue, but it’s a concern where we need to look to health experts and scientists. They advise everyone to wear masks to stop the spike in Coronavirus cases. Martin…

Police: Bicyclist possibly involved in Moorhead crash can’t recall what happened

July 27, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn. – A passenger and bicyclist are sent to the hospital after a crash in Moorhead. It happened around 4:30 Monday afternoon on the 1300 block of 12th Avenue South. Police say an SUV left the road and struck a tree. The jaws of life were used to get a person out of the vehicle. Their injuries are non-life threatening….

Walmart Boots Nazi Face Mask Wearing Minnesota Couple

Police say the couple has been issued trespass notices

July 26, 2020

TJ Nelson,

MARSHALL, Minn. — A couple who wore Nazi flag face coverings to Walmart in Marshall, Minnesota have been told not to return. Police say the couple has been issued trespass notices. Officials said they are banned from visiting any Walmart facility for at least a year. A video posted on social media showing the couple going through a checkout lane…

Minnesota’s face mask mandate begins

July 25, 2020

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Minnesota (FOX 9) — Saturday marks the first day of Governor Tim Walz’s executive order requiring all Minnesotans to wear a mask at all indoor businesses and public indoor spaces. Those who who do not comply with the new law could face a petty misdemeanor, with a fine of up to $100. People also must wear masks while riding public…

FMWF Chamber Of Commerce To Distribute Masks From Minnesota Government

The masks will only be given to Clay County businesses

July 24, 2020

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MOORHEAD, MINN. — The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber Of Commerce will distributing masks at a day to be determined. The organization will be putting together a form for businesses to request masks. The masks will only be given to Clay County businesses. It’s first come, first serve and they must pick them up at the office. There is going…

Law Enforcement And Health Officials React To MN Mask Mandate

The state joins a growing list of other with mask mandates including Texas, California and Michigan

July 22, 2020

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MOORHEAD, MINN. — “The expectation is that a business owner takes this on their own and treats this governor, staff has mentioned in this press conference that they are treating people like any other customer that they have issues with,” Moorhead Police Captain Deric Swenson said. People across Minnesota are in for changes on Saturday as face masks will be…

Mandatory Masks Coming To Minnesota?

Gov. Walz will announce the next steps in the state's response to COVID-19 Wednesday afternoon

July 21, 2020

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Gov. Tim Walz says he is close to announcing a decision on whether to require people across Minnesota to wear face masks as a way to slow the spread of the coronavirus. He will announce the next steps in the state’s response to COVID-19 Wednesday afternoon. Last week Walz said that he is “seriously considering” requiring…

Moorhead fire crews monitoring fire at city’s compost site

July 17, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn- The Moorhead Fire Department is monitoring a fire at the Moorhead Compost Site at 1800 Highway 75 North. Authorities say it involves woodchips and compost. They say the fire is not expected to cause property damage and will be monitored until it’s fully extinguished. Smoke may cause discomfort to those with respiratory issues. People in the area may…

Mahnomen man kicked off Amtrak train, says it’s because he’s black

July 15, 2020

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STAPLES, Minn. – Video shows a Mahnomen man being kicked off an Amtrak train. Xavier Edison says it happened because he’s black. “I paid 50 bucks for a ticket that don’t have no specific seating on there,” Edison said. “That’s neither here nor there. We’re asking to please leave the train,” and Amtrak employee said. “I’m talking to the officer…

Local lawmakers reveal their priorities for Minnesota’s 2nd special session

July 13, 2020

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SAINT PAUL, Minn. – Democratic State Senator Kent Eken of Twin Valley and State Representative Paul Marquart of Dilworth both say priorities of the second special session are to pass bonding and tax bills. Marquart says a strong bonding bill is beneficial for rural Minnesota in funding flood mitigation and water and sewer projects. Eken voted to rescind Governor Tim…