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Detroit Lakes Teen, Missing Since August, Found Safe

The page, Reaching Parker, is run by Parker's mom, Meghan, who spoke to KVRR's Jessie Cohen in October

  DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — A Detroit Lakes teen, who ran away from his home last August, has been found safe. A post on the Facebook page, Reaching Parker, states that 15-year-old Parker Eastman was found by authorities and is okay. The page is run by Parker’s mom, Meghan, who spoke to KVRR’s Jessie Cohen in October. The post states…

Protests Against Sexual Harassment on Minnesota’s Capitol Hill

Two other women have come forward and are accusing U.S. Senator Al Franken of misconduct

  ST. PAUL, Minn. — Multiple political and nonprofit organizations descended on Minnesota’s Capitol to show their support for people who have been sexually harassed or assaulted in the workplace. A crowd gathered with signs and many current and former lawmakers stood up to speak out about Democratic State Senator Dan Schoen and Republican State Representative Tony Cornish, who are…

Breast Friends: Through Good Times and Bad

FM Breast Friends offers support to women with breast cancer

FARGO, ND — It’s the phrase no one ever wants to hear: “You have breast cancer.” The reality is there are many here in metro that have. More and more these days, you hear of someone being diagnosed with cancer. As shocking as the diagnosis is, what people may not realize is how long it follows you even after you’ve been…

Pink It Forward Is Celebrating Women

Pink It Forward is giving women a chance to purchase some of their favorite products while also supporting an important cause

FARGO, ND — Although October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month, organizations worldwide are still raising funds and awareness for the disease. One local organization is celebrating women and proving that one small gesture can make all the difference. Whether it’s stylish jewelry, soothing lotions or homemade decor, when it comes to shopping there is always something fun to find. “When…

North Dakota Heart Gallery Hoping You Can Make a Heart Connection with a Child

The North Dakota Heart Gallery is trying to change that by putting a face to each name

FARGO, ND — In the United States, about 51,000 kids are put up for adoption every year. The North Dakota Heart Gallery is introducing some children to the community who are looking for a forever home. “There’s nothing like knowing this is my forever home,” said Jane Nelson, a mother of an adopted child from the Heart Gallery. But for…

Former Sheyenne High School Teacher’s License Suspended Over Inappropriate Conduct

She quit before the start of the school year

  WEST FARGO, ND — A former West Fargo teacher has had her teaching license suspended for five years. The decision by the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board against Elizabeth Doster was unanimous. Allegations surfaced this summer that Doster was partying with students at her home and had alcohol in her classroom at Sheyenne High School. She quit…

F-M Community, SpartanNash Give Donation Boost to the Great Plains Food Bank

That is enough money to supply more than twenty four thousand meals to help feed the hungry

REGIONAL — Donations at the checkouts at all four Family Fare Supermarkets in the metro really added up. People helped raise $8,200 for the Great Plains Food Bank between August 30 and September 14. That is enough money to supply more than 24,000 meals to help feed the hungry. Anyone who visited a participating SpartanNash owned retail store or fuel…

New Solar Garden Is Heating Up In Detroit Lakes

Detroit Lakes Public Utilities officials said they decided it would be more efficient to control the power from one central location

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — A solar garden project that has been in the works for over two years is now up and running in Detroit Lakes. The two solar arrays at 1426 Terry Street on–site are currently providing energy for 40 public utilities customers and have room for about 10 more. Detroit Lakes Public Utilities officials say they decided it…

Task Members Appointed to ND Governor’s Education Board

Task force members come from all across the state and all walks of life

  BISMARCK, ND — A professor, a business owner and a superintendent are among the 15 people selected for Governor Doug Burgum’s Innovative Education Task Force. It’s charged with creating a system of identification and support for schools to implement innovative practices. Members will provide direction on how state government can empower districts to adopt student-centric learning practices impacted by…

10th Annual Cuts for a Cure

The funds will support the Edith Sanford Breast Center for Cancer Research

  FARGO, ND — When it comes to getting your hair done there are all types of styles and colors. “Men’s, kids, women’s, perms, cuts, whatever you’re in need of,” said Lori Kjelland, the Salon manager. Regardless of your choice, you can walk out with a fresh look while supporting people with breast cancer. “To help others in the community,”…