On a Mission to Bring Back the Stars
On Thursday, March 28th at the Salty Jester, there will be a presentation and lecture by Starry Skies North on their mission. We had the opportunity to speak to Todd Burlet, President of Starry Skies North, and asked him what it was, and what Dark Skies International as a whole was. And when asked what…
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Homeless Man Held On $1 Million Bond
GRAND FORKS, ND—(From Valley News Live) Bail has been set at $1,000,000 for a homeless man who is accused of shooting at Grand Forks Police officers. 30-year-old Jeffrey Simpson, Jr. was charged Monday in connection with a shooting in the early morning hours of last Friday, March 22. According to court documents, Police removed Simpson’s…
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Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Day Dinner In Bagley Thursday
BAGLEY, MN—The tenth annual Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Day Dinner will be held Thursday night at the Bagley American Legion. Mike LaVoi of the In Country Vietnam Motorcycle Club says the dinner has grown in recent years. LaVoi also has a message for Vietnam Veterans about Vietnam Veterans Appreciation Day. Once again, the Vietnam Veterans Appreciation…
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White Earth Nation Chairman gives update on White Earth State Park land give back
White Earth Chairman Michael Fairbanks gave an update on the proposed legislation that would transfer ownership of White Earth State Forest to the White Earth Nation. Chairman Fairbanks says he thinks the bill still has time to pass and that he’s been working with legislators. The land transfer bill called HF 4304 is currently tabled…
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North Dakota 2024 High School Football Alignment Set
The Thompson Tommies are heading to Region 1 for North Dakota Division A high school football in 2024. With May-Port CG going back to 9-man football, the Tommies will take their spot after competing in Region 2. Cavalier is also heading down to 9-man football after playing 11-man in 2023. The 2A football champ with…
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Bunny Bash in Bemidji
Bemidji Parks and Recreation invites area families to attend the Bunny Bash this Friday and Saturday from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Tourist Information Center in Bemidji. Event organizer Jamie Anderson tells us what you can expect. For more information go to the Bemidji Parks and Recreation Facebook page or their website at…
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REACH participating in Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign
REACH is currently in the midst of the Minnesota FoodShare March campaign and is currently seeking donations for their food shelf. Reach Director Stephanie Schenck tells us more. Schenck says they are also looking for food donations as well and explained what items they are most in need of. Donations can be dropped off at…
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Mahnomen Minnesota Honor Society seeking blood donors for April blood drive
The Mahnomen Minnesota Honor Society is seeking people to donate blood for their blood drive on Wednesday, April 3 from 9:15 AM to 1:15 PM at the High School. Mahnomen Activities Director Aimee Pederson tells us more and how you can get registered. Remember that Wednesday, April 3 from 9:15 AM to 1:15 PM at…
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