Safety

Flight Forecasting with Unmanned Aircraft at the Grand Forks Air Force Base

The team also conducts weather observations to go along with data gathered by automated observations to insure flight safety

GRAND FORKS, ND — While manned missions are no longer flown out of the Grand Forks Air Force base, unmanned aircraft still require flight forecasting. A team of air force personnel make sure that pilots of remote controlled aircraft are aware of weather conditions that could impact take offs and landings at the base as well as day-to-day operations. The…

Wildlife Officials Say Recent Coyote Sighting Should Not Be Cause for Alarm

ND Fish & Game says that homeowners should keep an eye on their pets when they go outside

FARGO, N.D. — People are concerned for their safety after seeing a coyote in a south Fargo neighborhood. The coyote was spotted in the Woodhaven development, which is near the intersection of 52nd Avenue and 45th Street South. North Dakota Game and Fish says that seeing coyotes and other wildlife is not uncommon as the metro expands. Biologist Doug Leier…

Red Cross Offers Tips on Safe Halloween

Things to keep in mind thanks to the local Red Cross.

FARGO, N.D. – It’s that time of year when ghosts and goblins take to the streets for some Halloween fun. The celebration is growing more and more popular with everyone – kids to adults – and the American Red Cross has advice people can follow to help stay safe this Halloween while enjoying the festivities. SAFETY TIPS FOR TRICK-or-TREATERS As parents…

City of Fargo Prepping for First Snowfall of the Season

Staff at Fargo Public Works are checking the equipment and getting it prepared for the first snow of the season

FARGO, ND — With the possibility of snow falling in the Metro, it also means a higher chance of danger on the roads. After a summer of warm days and beautiful sunshine, it is time to embrace a true North Dakota winter. “Early fall snow storms can catch anybody off guard,” said Mark Williams, who is with Fargo Public Works. Williams…

Vandals Hit Fargo Catholic Church for the Second Time

Staff says the people who busted the windows got the rocks from the roof

FARGO, ND — It’s the second time within two months Nativity Catholic Church and Elementary have been vandalized. The first time was in August when more than 37 windows were smashed. Yesterday morning, the exterior panels of four windows were busted with fist-sized rocks. Staff says the people who busted the windows got the rocks from the roof. Damage from…

Moorhead Schools Replacing the Traditional Lockdown System

Supporters think classrooms should be allowed more options in active shooter emergencies

MOORHEAD, Minn. — A replacement to the usual lockdown protocol will be used in Moorhead. Teachers and staff members are already getting trained in on the new program. Columbine and Sandy Hook have become shorthand for horrific school shootings. It’s part of what sparked a nationwide effort to change the traditional lockdown system used in schools. “The lockdown protocol we…

Senator Franken Introduces New Legislation to Help Rural Communities in Minnesota

Franken said that every day the nation's farmers have our backs and he believes we need to have theirs as well.

MINNESOTA — A new package of legislation has been introduced by Senator Al Franken that supports farmers, producers and rural businesses in Minnesota. This proposed change would help them deploy more renewable energy projects and cut energy costs. Sen. Franken said that every day the nation’s farmers have our backs and he believes we need to have theirs as well….

Moorhead Dairy Queen Preps to Welcome Matt Cullen and the Stanley Cup

Cullen and the Stanley Cup will be at the Moorhead Dairy Queen from 1:30-4:00 p.m.

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Three-time Stanley Cup Champion and Moorhead native, Matt Cullen is back in town and he’s bringing the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Stanley Cup with him. You’ll have the chance to meet Cullen and get some one-on-one time with the hardware. The Moorhead Dairy Queen has been serving the Fargo-Moorhead area sweet treats since its start in 1949, but tomorrow,…

What is a Solar Eclipse?

Partial Solar Eclipse Coming Monday to Red River Valley

Meteorologist Scott Sincoff explains what a solar eclipse is and how we can be safe during the event on Monday, August 21st: Categories: Weather Blog, Weather Notes Tags: earth, eclipse, moon, Safety, solar, SPACE, sun

Solar Eclipse Safety in the Red River Valley

Looking Directly at Eclipse Without Protection is Harmful

During the upcoming solar eclipse, the moon is going to block out the sun and cast a shadow on the Earth. “And the sky goes completely dark, the moon covers up the sun, and you’re able to see something called the solar corona, which is the atmosphere of the sun. So you can see these streamers of light coming away…