FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – “One of the things that was brought out was the 9 dollar and 29 cent box of Wheaties,” said Dan Wogsland, former executive director of the North Dakota Grain Growers Association. “Out of that 9 dollars and 29 cents, only 17 cents goes to the farmer.” The price of that cereal is sure turning the heads…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Many folks are aware that major corporations have a disproportionate amount of control over some resources and consumer products. What they may not know is that beef is right up there in terms of quasi-monopolies. “There are four packers in the country that produce about 85% of the finished product,” explained Senator Kevin Cramer. Allegations of…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The soaring price of cocoa has lead to big changes for chocolatiers around the world. Here in Fargo, though, it’s business as usual for one sweet shop, at least for now. “I think that we’ll be stable,” said co-owner of Carol Widman’s Candy Co. and member of the Widman chocolate dynasty, Carol Widman. “We go with…
FARGO, ND — HERO in Fargo has officially expanded their space. The health care equipment recycling organization held a ribbon cutting to celebrate their new space and new opportunities. From wheelchairs, to crutches, to surgical tools, the organization gives people equipment for their medical needs at a cheaper price. HERO’s supplies have reached every continent except for Antarctica and they…
MINNESOTA — Minnesota is suing CenturyLink for allegedly over billing customers after quoting lower rates. Attorney General Lori Swanson filed the lawsuit in Anoka County District Court. It argues that the Louisiana-based company has frequently charged people higher monthly rates for internet and cable than they were quoted and refused to honor the lower price. A company spokesman said…
