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Ten-Digit Dialing Starts on Tuesday Across Southern Minnesota
Ten-digit dialing starts Tuesday across southern Minnesota, but why -- and what does that mean?. Regulators say they are running out of numbers in the 507 area code, so the addition of a second area code becomes a reality for southern Minnesota on Tuesday, July 30th. 612 and 218 were...
Art Alley Gallery opens in Sisseton with local artists showcased
Art Alley Gallery was an art and design idea that’s focus was to repurpose a short alleyway between the Stavig building and First Savings Bank. The idea of Art Alley Gallery sprang up last year between a number of local artists, all of whom are members of The New Old artist collective.
Bestselling author speaks at SHS alumni reunion
Fifty years ago, 85 seniors walked across the stage to receive their diplomas, and during the 2024 alumni reunion weekend, 35 of them returned to their alma mater. Among those was Pam (Miller) Withers, award-winning author of 26 young adult novels, 23 of which were best-sellers. She was asked to give the alumni banquet address for the Class of 1974.
Balloon Blast! Minnesota Faces Surprise Layoffs as Medical Company Announces Workforce Reductions
MJP – A medical company has just revealed surprising staff reductions in Minnesota as part of a strategy to streamline operations by consolidating service centers and production facilities. ICU Medical is getting ready to shut down a service and distribution center in Oakdale, Minnesota, and dismiss all 83 workers...
Fergus Falls Mayor Ben Schierer receives CGMC Distinguished Rural Leadership Award
Fergus Falls, MN – At its Legislative Awards Dinner Thursday night (July 25th), the Coalition of Greater MN Cities (CGMC) presented Fergus Falls Mayor Ben Schierer with the Jack Murray Award for Distinguished Rural Leadership. The award is given to city officials who demonstrate knowledge, leadership and active participation...
Shenandoah's McGargill reflects on Fargo experience
(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah junior-to-be Jacob McGargill tested himself against some of the best wrestlers from across the nation recently. Now, he's ready to put the things he learned to use as he enters a junior season that he hopes ends with a state championship. McGargill competed at the 2024 Fargo...
Driver Facing Upgraded Charges For Horace Crash
(Horace, ND) — An 18-year-old woman faces upgraded charges in connection with a crash in Horace that hurt several people. It happened last month on County Road 17, where authorities say McKenzie Moser veered into the opposite lane and collided with another car. All three people in the other car were injured, one of whom was airlifted to a hospital. While Moser was initially charged with DUI and DUI refusal, she now faces a criminal vehicular injury charge.
Liquor Control Board to discuss over-serving complaint at Duffy’s
FARGO (KVRR) – The Fargo Liquor Control Board will hold a special meeting next month to discuss an over-serving complaint. Duffy’s Tavern is accused of serving an “obviously intoxicated or impaired” person. Fargo Police were called to the establishment on May 4. KVRR News requested a...
Grand Forks Man Facing Federal Gun Charges
(Grand Forks, ND) — A Grand Forks man who’s in custody now faces federal gun charges. Police say Raymond Lee Graham Jr, who’s a convicted felon, tried to run away after they pulled him over last month. Officers reportedly found him in possession of a gun, and say a search of his vehicle turned up marijuana and meth. Graham was initially indicted in district court, but those charges have been dropped now that federal charges have been filed. He’s scheduled to go to trial on September 24th.
Two Seriously Injured in Early Morning Rollover Accident in Jamestown
JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Two individuals sustained serious injuries following a single-vehicle rollover accident early Thursday morning in northwest Jamestown, authorities said. The Jamestown Police Department responded to a call at approximately 7:27 a.m. regarding an accident in the 1500 block of 4th Street NW. The site of the...
Project Developer Involved in Red River Flood Control Project Files New Disputes
A project developer involved in Fargo’s $3.2 billion Red River flood control project is escalating disputes with the city’s Flood Diversion Authority, fighting regulations banning certain structural materials. The Red River Valley Alliance has reportedly submitted up to four new claims against the city, disputing the ban on epoxy-coated rebar in diversion channel structures. John Shockley, counsel for the Diversion Authority, says the developer is making aggressive claims that won’t hold up after review. Shockley and the city pointed to regulations in the contract that specify epoxy-coated rebar be used for structural integrity purposes. It’s likely the dispute will now head to informal arbitration board, and there’s a possibility of civil litigation.
United Way of Cass-Clay needs 1,200 backpacks to meet School Supply Drive goal
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - For 26 years, the United Way of Cass-Clay has put together backpacks for students in need across the area. This year, they need your help to make sure every child that needs one, gets one. United Way says they’re 1,200 backpacks short of their...
Increased Skies Activity Linked to Fargo AirSho Preparations and WeFest
Residents have noticed increased air traffic over Detroit Lakes and have been sharing their observations online. The buzz is due to two major events: the upcoming Fargo AirSho and the popular WeFest. After a three-year hiatus, the Fargo AirSho is set to return to Hector International Airport on July 27...
North Dakota Forecast: Heat Advisory and Weekend Storms Ahead
Grand Forks, ND – The Red River Valley is under a heat advisory this afternoon and evening, with temperatures feeling as high as 103 degrees due to the heat index. As the day progresses, the likelihood of thunderstorms will increase, becoming more probable in the evening. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks reports a 20% chance of severe thunderstorms today.
Dickinson State ‘likely’ to have nursing faculty for fall semester, new administrators say
DICKINSON, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) – The new administrators of the Dickinson State University nursing program said Thursday it is “very likely” that faculty will be in place to teach classes by the start of the fall semester on Aug. 26. Nursing program administrators from Mayville State...
Bismarck’s April Lund – Born To Run – VERY FAST
Here is the thing about April Lund... ..doesn't matter what she just recently conquered, if you ever get a chance to meet this humble and polite Bismarck speedster, she will first ask how YOU are doing. Then maybe ten minutes later she will casually mention that she just broke yet another American record. She is gracious and extremely fast. Check out what she posted the other day on Facebook.
United Way of Cass-Clay needs 1,200 more backpacks to reach goal
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The United Way of Cass-Clay is getting ready to help send kids back to school but they need your help. For the past 26 years, the organization has hosted school supply drives for kids K through 12. United Way hands out backpacks filled with everything...
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