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Bismarck Stabbing suspect pleads not guilty to attempted murder
BISMARCK, ND — A Bismarck man who’s facing an attempted murder charge has pleaded not guilty. The charge stems from a stabbing that happened last month, when police say 28-year-old Dace Littledog attacked a man with a knife inside an apartment, leaving him with multiple wounds. The victim told officers that Littledog had been drinking before the stabbing.
Expansion, renovation project at Hector International Airport could hinge on city budget
(FARGO, ND) – The expansion and renovation project at Fargo’s Hector International Airport may be headed towards a snag. Rick Berg, a member of the city’s Municipal Airport Authority, said the future lies in the hands of Fargo city leadership. “We spent months and months pulling people...
HVAC appliances see an uptick in need during the summer heat
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Air conditioning is often a luxury in the sweltering heat, but sometimes things go wrong when you need it the most. The temperature is going up outside, and so is the number of callers to H.A. Thompson and Sons. They answer around 75% more calls a day.
July 25: The Great Red River Valley Exposition
The rivalry between Grand Forks and Fargo was especially fierce in 1906. An agreement had been reached that the State Fair would alternate between Grand Forks and Fargo, with Fargo scheduled to host the fair for the first time. But there was some annoyance that Grand Forks was holding a Red River Valley Exposition just prior to Fargo’s fair.
Gymagic Gymnastics in Minot offers classes for all ages, levels, and abilities
MINOT, ND (KXNET) — Gymagic Gymnastics is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization with more than 40 years of experience and a reputation for excellence. Their mission is to positively impact the Minot community and surrounding areas by providing a fun, interactive, and safe environment that encourages movement, exploration, and body awareness.
Fighting Hawks collect multiple ITA academic honors
TEMPE, Ariz. – Both University of North Dakota tennis programs were showered with multiple academic honors by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) as part of the organization's 2024 Division I ITA Men's & Women's Scholar-Athletes and Academic Teams. A total of 10 student-athletes across both teams earned ITA Scholar-Athlete...
Missing Middle Housing Design Competition Launches in Fargo
Like many cities, Fargo faces a growing population of aging adults burdened by their current homes, with few options for more suitable housing. Many of Fargo’s older adults live in homes that are too large, too demanding to maintain, or simply unsafe for aging. A series of sessions in Fargo in 2023 identified a need for age-friendly housing in the area, particularly for those who have financial limitations or are disadvantaged by past inequities.
Connecting Communities BBQ Coming To Williston North Dakota
The Western Economic Development (WRED) cordially invites you to join us for our 3rd community event, the 2024 Connecting Communities BBQ in Williston, North Dakota. This event offers a wonderful opportunity for local businesses to showcase their products and services while providing residents with an enjoyable, family-friendly afternoon. Plus, the bbq is in a park, so it's the perfect way to have the kids burn off some steam too!
Williston Fire Department Responds to Multi-Family Residential Structure Fire
WILLISTON, N.D. – The Williston Fire Department (WFD) was dispatched to the 1500 block of Bison Drive at 1:49 PM by the Williams County Dispatch Center (WCDC) for a reported multi-family residential fire. Flames were confirmed on a third-story balcony, triggering a 1st Alarm response, which includes two fire...
Minot Christian Duo To Cease Operations
Leavitt, whose family has owned the AM since 1982 and launched the FM in 1992, said that support and advertising has fallen to a level where Faith Broadcasting is no longer able to continue operating the stations. He told KMOT-TV that they are seeking a buyer. The FM currently features programming mostly from Salem Music Network, while the AM features a full-service local morning show hosted by Jonas Nelson and a local afternoon show with Chad Olson. Nelson, who has been with KHRT since 1996, also serves as Program Director of both stations.
Sports Spotlight: Jace Kovash and Jeremiah Jilek
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Growing up playing sports in a place like Dickinson, chances are you’ll spend a lot of time seeing the same faces and playing with the same kids. That’s just the case for Jace Kovash and Jeremiah Jilek, who have starred for the Titans, Midgets and Roughriders.
West Fargo Public Library use breaks record in June
WEST FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Officials say June was an exciting month at the West Fargo Public Library, with record highs for circulation, visits, program attendance and library card sign-ups. Library users checked out 24,836 books in June, setting a new record for monthly circulation. Nearly 75% of...
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