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North Dakota law enforcement holds mixed feelings about legalizing marijuana
BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) – The leader of an effort to legalize marijuana in North Dakota says the proposal would free up law enforcement resources to focus on more serious drugs. But law enforcement officials interviewed by the North Dakota Monitor have mixed reactions. Burleigh County Sheriff Kelly...
Expectations and comparison for the upcoming Democratic National Convention
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Democrats from all over the United States will be descending on Chicago in a few weeks for their convention. A lot has transpired leading up to this event, including President Biden dropping out of his reelection bid and Vice President Harris taking over as the presumptive nominee for the party.
Heartview and Central Dakota Forensic Nurse Examiners work together on healthy relationship series
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - A lot of us model our relationships based on what we learn at home, but if what you’re learning at home is unhealthy, you might be more at risk of getting into an unhealthy relationship yourself. Kristie Wolff with the Central Dakota Forensic Nurse Examiners...
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.
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!
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.
Early morning structure fire in Richland County damages two homes
RICHLAND COUNTY, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Two homes have sustained damage after an early morning structure fire in Richland County. On Wednesday, July 24, just before 2:00 a.m., the Richland County Communications received a 911 call of a garage fire at 209 3rd Ave Southwest in Lidgerwood, North Dakota.
Lifeserve to host blood drive at Avera St. Luke’s on August 1st
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The need for blood rises and the number of blood donations seems to decline creating a scary situation for the community blood supply. All blood donors are being urged to donate as soon as possible. Someone requires a blood transfusion every 2 seconds. 100% of the blood...
Mannie steps down as VCSU golf coach
Valley City State head golf coach Clayton Mannie has resigned his position, effective immediately. Mannie has guided the VCSU men's and women's golf teams for the past three seasons. He is stepping down from his golf position to work as a full-time professor in VCSU's technology and STEM education department.
Olive’s Ice Cream Truck delivers smiles and nostalgia to Bismarck
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Olive the dog is a lover— a lover of ride-alongs, a lover of children, a lover of pup cups. And it just so happens Olive is an English Cream Retriever. It is a fitting breed to be the inspiration for an ice cream truck. “We...
Stitched together by faith: Bismarck's Sister Nancy Gunderson's quilt internationally recognized
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Quilting is no easy task. It takes a great deal of time, planning and dedication to make your vision come to life. After five months of hard work and countless hours sewing, Sister Nancy Gunderson’s vision is alive in her quilt. That vision is now...
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