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Man arrested after allegedly attempting to escape custody in Grand Forks Hospital
GRAND FORKS, ND — A man who was arrested after a standoff last month is accused of trying to escape from police custody at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks. On July 28th, 32-year-old Collin Posey was taken to the hospital for medical treatment, and police received a tip that he was planning an escape. They say a search of his hospital room turned up a hidden butter knife and other items that could be used in an escape, and the handrail he was cuffed to had been taken apart.
Theodore Roosevelt Airport Considering $46.5M Expansion Project
(Dickinson, ND) — The Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport in Dickinson is considering a 46-point-five-million-dollar expansion project. The project would involve a new terminal, taxiway, road system, and parking areas. Larger 76-passenger jets will begin flying in and out of the airport in the coming years, and the current terminal isn’t big enough. The proposal was discussed at a recent Dickinson City Commission meeting, and airport management says they want to ensure they can accommodate the future needs of the community.
VCPS to host Wellness Fair, August 13th
Josh Johnson, VCPS Superintendent, announces the return of the Wellness Fair (formerly back-to-school bash) on Tuesday, August 13th beginning at 5 p.m. at the Hanna Field Athletic Complex. Join us to celebrate the upcoming school year with a free meal (sponsored by Valley Meats), along with inflatable games and face painting for the kids from 5-7 p.m. An outdoor movie from 7-9 p.m., and bowling for high school students from 9-11 p.m. at Sky Lanes. Essentia Health, Medica, and our health partners in Valley City will be providing health and wellness information for students, parents, and families.
Holmberg case prompts North Dakota lawmakers to review travel policies
Former Sen. Ray Holmberg’s guilty plea on a charge related to child sex tourism may prompt a review of rules governing lawmaker travel, House Majority Leader Rep. Mike Lefor said. Holmberg on Thursday confessed in federal court to taking several trips to Prague with the intent to pay for sexual contact with children. Some of […]
4 Bears Casino is looking to hire 19- and 20-year-olds
NEW TOWN, ND (KXNET) — 4 Bears Casino & Lodge is immediately hiring for Players Club Promotion Reps. The New Town casino is also hiring for several other career opportunities, as well. Many of these positions are great for those ages 19 and 20 and who have an interest and commitment to showing up every […]
Minot musician rebrands as Chloe Raye
MINOT, N.D. (KMOT) - Music enthusiasts around Minot may be familiar with musician Chloe Marie. Earlier this year, the 22-year-old singer rebranded her name to Chloe Raye. The change is new, but she has been thinking about the process for the last two years. She has been performing in the...
135 years since the North Dakota Constitution was signed
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - This Saturday will mark 135 years since the North Dakota State Constitution was signed. The document still exists all these years later and resides in the state archives. Sarah Walker from the State Archives is unshelving a piece of North Dakota history that has been a...
Medical marijuana businesses are primary backers of North Dakota recreational pot ballot measure
North Dakota medical marijuana businesses are high on the list of donors backing the state’s legalized pot ballot measure, according to campaign finance reports. More than $287,000 has been donated to the ballot initiative’s sponsoring committee by two organizations associated with North Dakota medical marijuana dispensaries, with only $130 in small-dollar donations collected outside of […]
Check Your Piggy Banks North Dakota! You Could Have A $300k Coin
If you're looking for a quick pay day, you may want to grab a hammer and head over to your piggybank to see if you can cash in with what you thought was chump change. We have all seen coin collectors rummage through loose change in hopes of finding something rare, or collectable.
60 years into war on poverty: ND agencies prioritize adaptability
For six decades, the U.S. has been carrying out a coordinated effort to keep poverty levels in check. Support offices in North Dakota say while needs may change, their multi-faceted approach to improving outcomes remains intact. Policy analysts say poverty rates in the U.S. are well below where they were...
Baby donkey born at Dakota Zoo
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - A new baby animal was born last Friday at the Dakota Zoo. When visiting the donkey exhibit, guests might notice the baby donkey zookeepers discovered that morning. He is a boy and does not have a name yet. According to zookeeper Aunie Polteat, mom has been...
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