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‘Business as usual’: Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan steps into governor role while Walz away
MONTICELLO — Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Friday attended a celebration in Monticello to mark the start of construction on I-94 from Albertville to Monticello, and Gov. Tim Walz’s absence was palpable. “I want to be very clear — the governor is still the governor,” Flanagan said with a laugh to the crowd of lawmakers […]
Fact check: Debunking Trump attack on Walz, Minnesota schools say they don’t provide tampons in boys’ bathrooms
A variety of Minnesota public school districts say they do not provide tampons in boys’ bathrooms — debunking a claim former President Donald Trump has been making about Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential candidate.
4-H Achievement Days Held
Emmett Strasser was this year’s winner of the Don Grimsrud Memorial Award for Grand Champion Overall Beef. He is pictured with his Charolais market steer on Wednesday, Aug. 7, during the Roberts County 4-H Achievement Days. On Wednesday, live animals and static exhibits were on display for the public to view, a style show was held, and the public enjoyed the 4-H BBQ dinner and the livestock sale. Live animal and static exhibits were judged Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 5-7. All events took place at the 4-H grounds southwest of Sisseton. Complete Achievement Days results will be available in an insert in the Aug. 27 edition of the Sisseton Courier. ~ Courier Photo.
Storybook Land Theatre to Perform in Sisseton
Aberdeen's Storybook Land Theatre (SBLT) is hitting the road with their new musical, "A Year With Frog and Toad," inspired by the popular children's books by Arnold Lobel. The tour will be making a stop in Sisseton on Tuesday, Aug. 13, with a FREE musical concert beginning at 5:30 p.m., and the FREE performance at 6:00 p.m. in Anderson Park. Those attending may want to bring a chair or blanket for seating. Locally the SBLT performance is sponsored by the Sisseton Arts Council. In case of bad weather, the performance will be moved to the Sisseton City Hall Community Room. ~ Courtesy Photo.
Last day celebration at Romkey Park Pool canceled
MOORHEAD, Minn. (Valley News Live) - City officials were hoping to celebrate the last day of the Romkey Park Pool in Moorhead, but rain has forced them to change plans two days in a row. Friday, August 16, is the last the the pool was scheduled to be open. The...
Audobon Man Injured in Car Accident Near Pelican Lake
Pelican Rapids, MN – At around 7:40 Thursday morning (August 15th), the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of a single-vehicle accident on County Highway 9 by Pelican Lake. According to officials, the vehicle was heading south on Highway 9 when it drifted onto the...
North Dakota Received Soaking Rains: 5-Day Totals
Thunderstorms and steady rain showers have dumped several inches of rainfall across North Dakota over the past several days. Numerous reports of flash flooding came in Tuesday as Bismarck Mandan, ND received three to six inches of rainfall over an hour or two Tuesday afternoon, followed by another round of 1-3 inches of rain to hit a wider area Wednesday. Rain showers remain in the forecast for the rest of today Friday 8-16-24, but for the most part outside of a few pockets of a quarter inch or so, additional rainfall will be miniscule.
Wildfire smoke to move into the Red River Valley Friday
ST. PAUL, Minn. (KFGO) – The Minnesota Health Department is issuing an air quality alert for northwest and west-central Minnesota. Ground-level wildfire smoke is expected to impact the Red River Valley from the Canadian border through Wilkin County Friday afternoon through Sunday evening. The smoke is expected to reach...
Police investigate shooting in parking lot of West Fargo church
WEST FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - West Fargo Police are investigating a shooting that happened Saturday morning, in the parking lot of Prairie Heights Community Church, off of 32nd Ave. E. Several witnesses tell Valley News Live they heard gunshots and saw police with their guns drawn. One witness...
Minot Public Schools leadership addresses inspections, timeline for North High school
MINOT, N.D. (KMOT) - Leadership with Minot Public Schools said Friday they remain confident that the new Minot North High School will open for students Wednesday, as scheduled. Superintendent Scott Faul told Your News Leader an inspection Thursday revealed five areas of concern. Faul said some of the issues have...
Families United for Self-Empowerment helping students get ready for new school year
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Families United for Self-Empowerment (FUSE) will hold their Back to School Connect 2.0 event on Thursday to prepare families and students for the upcoming school year. The free event will be at Jefferson Elementary on August 15 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. and is open to...
Get Your Motor Running in Western North Dakota for an Unforgettable Day of Fun and Giving Back!
Get your motor running for an exciting fundraiser! The Fire & Iron Dakota Smoke Hogs are organizing their 19th annual fun run. This year's program promises a day of adventure, companionship, and community service. The Fun Run will take place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, with registration from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Arnies Powersports in Williston, North Dakota.
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