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Ground Broken for the New Clay County Correctional Facility

The new facility is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2018

May 9, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — A groundbreaking was held for the new Clay County Law Enforcement Center and Correctional Facility in Moorhead. City and county leaders were on hand for the ceremony. The $53 million facility will replace the current jail, which is the oldest county jail in Minnesota. The project is being funded by a voter–approved half–cent sales tax increase. Officials…

Four People Escape Unharmed at Fire in Moorhead

The garage is facing extensive damage from the fire

May 8, 2017

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn.–Crews respond to a fire in Moorhead just after 6:30 p.m. They found heavy smoke inside a garage at 1621 5th Street South. It took under 20 minutes to put the fire out. Four people were home at the time and were able to get out. A crew from Fargo was originally requested but was cleared to leave after…

A Look Into School District Staff Social Media Policies

Are staff accountable for what they do on their own time on social media?

May 7, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO,N.D–In April, we told you about a West Fargo teacher resigning after being under fire for comments made on her personal twitter account. When it comes to staff conduct, all three public school districts in the metro say they have a clear policy. We use it to “follow” celebrities… To capture memories…and for fun. Social media gives us the chance…

High School Softball Roundup: West Fargo Rolls past Devils Lake

Fargo North downs Moorhead

May 5, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — The West Fargo Packers (17-3) defeated Devils Lake (2-10) 10-0 on Friday night. The Packers improve to 8-0 at home. They will take on Fargo Davies next Tuesday. Across the border in Minnesota, the Moorhead Spuds (3-8) fell to Fargo North (7-5) by a final score of 15-5. Lexi Dauner hit a 2-run Home Run for the…

MSUM School of Journalism Honors Marcil Family with Dedication

President Blackhurst hopes to continue this collaboration for at least 100 more years

May 3, 2017

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — MSUM’s School of Journalism made a dedication which honors 100 years of local storytelling. Students unveiled a wall dedicated to the Marcil Center for Innovative Journalism. Forum Communications Chairman William Marcil, Sr. and his wife Jane were there to see it for themselves. University officials say the center helps keep them on the cutting edge of the…

Church Luncheon Raises Money for Area Food Pantry

Trinity Lutheran Church in Moorhead supported the Dorothy Day House through its annual Salad and Pie Luncheon

May 3, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — A congregation at one local church gathered to help an area charity. The annual Salad and Pie Luncheon was held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Downtown Moorhead. Hundreds gathered for a meal provided by the church. This year Dorothy Day House was selected to receive proceeds from the event, which provides food to needy families on the…

Congressmen Peterson Speechless Over Racist Minnesota GOP Facebook Post

A social media post on the Minnesota GOP attacking congressmen peterson has one person out of a job

May 2, 2017

Site Staff,

MINNESOTA — A Minnesota GOP member has resigned over a Facebook post aimed at Democratic Congressman Collin Peterson. The post that was quickly deleted included racist remarks toward Congressman Keith Ellison. The post took many by surprise, including locals and has one person out of a job. “Normally, the content they put out is genuine and professional,” said Thomas Manninen,…

Three Spuds Picked in Phase-II USHL Draft

Kosobud, Leonard and Larson all drafted in Phase-II.

May 2, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — Phase two of the USHL draft is all wrapped up. Monday’s phase one featured kids who were under 17 years old. Phase two promoted players who are eligible to play junior hockey and who aren’t already affiliated with another USHL team. A few local guys heard their name called, so to speak. Moorhead Spud Carson Kosobud was selected…

UPDATED: GoFundMe Set Up for Moorhead School District School Counselor

Franklin served in several schools in the district

May 1, 2017

TJ Nelson,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — This story has been clarified from an earlier article. A member of the Moorhead School District has suffered an arterial dissection that has resulted in irreversible brain damage. Ellen Hopkins Elementary school counselor William Franklin collapsed early Friday morning his wife confirmed to KVRR Local News. His family has requested privacy as they go through the grieving process….

Moorhead Police Arrest Wisconsin Man After $50,000 Drug Bust

He's being held in the Clay County Jail at this time

April 28, 2017

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. — A Wisconsin man is in custody after Moorhead police say they found him with more than $50,000 in drugs. Officers seized 147 grams of heroin, 32 grams of cocaine, 26 grams of crack cocaine and $6,000 cash after executing a search warrant. They arrested Lornell Mitchell of Milwaukee on charges of 1st Degree Controlled Substance. He’s…