Project aims to improve child care Nov 14, 2009
FARGO, N.D. (AP) A new program is aimed at helping parents assess the quality of child care. The United Way of Cass-Clay says its rating system includes monitoring as well as incentive grants and education. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Fargos First Link takes over 211 Nov 14, 2009
Breaking News : Fargos First Link takes over 211 (Wahpeton, ND and Breckenridge, Minn ... Fargos First Link takes over 211 ... First Link in Fargo has taken over the 211 system from Mental Health America of North Dakota in Bismarck. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Wahpeton is a special place Nov 14, 2009
About 30 miles south of Fargo, our 24 passenger bus started losing its power. We exited Interstate 29 to seek assistance in Wahpeton. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Devils Lake outlet could pump more next summer Nov 13, 2009
hmmmm wrote on Nov 12, 2009 9:43 AM:" Do you suppose this outlet had anything to do with the flooding of Valley City this year??? or maybe a contribution to the fargo flooding??? just wondering... ". Post a comment. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Gordon Rudolph, 89, Moorhead, Minn. Nov 13, 2009
and formerly Wahpeton, N.D., died from cancer on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, at MeritCare's Palliative Care Unit, Fargo, N.D.. Funeral service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 at United Church of Christ-Congregational, Wahpeton. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Huskies claim consolation title at sophomore tourney Nov 12, 2009
Their second match had the Huskies taking on the No. 1 seed, Fargo-Shanley ... In the consolation round, Wahpeton took on the No. 4 seed in the tournament, Fargo Davies ... The Huskies took on the No. 6 seed, Fargo South for the second time in a week. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Gordon Rudolph, 89 Nov 11, 2009
and formerly of Wahpeton, N.D., died Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, at the Palliative Care Unit, Meritcare South Campus, Fargo, N.D.. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14 at the United Church of Christ-Congregational, Wahpeton, with the Revs. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Couple starting fresh with new home Nov 11, 2009
He was rushed to Fargo and admitted for emergency surgery he had severely fractured his hip in four places. "I said to him, 'What did you go and do that for?'" Janice said, with a laugh. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
ND man pleads not guilty in alleged kidnap attempt Nov 11, 2009
19-year-old Elvis Tahirovic of Fargo is charged with attempted kidnapping. Tahirovic and 42-year-old Dragan Jovanovic also of Fargo, allegedly drove from North Dakota to Bowling Green in September to pick up the girl, who police say had been communicating online with Jovanovic's 14-year-old son. (FOX19.com, OH)
Mourning a loss Nov 11, 2009
Vannote, who currently resides in Fargo, said her brother was a Williston High School graduate, class of 1971. After he graduated, he went to college in Seattle, when his love of swimming and scuba diving later led him to joining the Navy. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
WHS team wins robotics title in Fargo9:45 am | (No comments posted.) Nov 10, 2009
WHS team wins robotics title in Fargo ... Published: Monday, November 9, 2009 9:45 AM CST Designing projects and finding solutions to problems are two things that drove Remington Bullis and his teammates to the championship of the Third Annual Bison BEST Robotics competition in Fargo, N.D., last month ... Bullis and the rest of the six-person team from Watertown High School made the most of their skills and won the event held Oct. 23-24 at the Fargo Civic Arena. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Ardith (Ardie) Joyce Mattson, 61 Nov 10, 2009
She lived in Grafton, N.D., before moving to Fargo where she had been under the care of Friendship, Inc. Ardie was a special needs person who brought love to everyone she came in contact with ... After moving to Fargo, Ardie loved visiting her mother and sister s in Minneapolis. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
An award-winning moment Nov 10, 2009
Pictured are Economart store manager Dev Zubke, left, Nash Finch retail counselor Rick Steffan, Economart owner/manager Mike Kraft, Economart produce director Scott Bakke, Nash Finch division manager Minot Fargo Curtis Zahrt, Nash Finch general merchandise/health and beauty care merchandiser Austin Boehler, Economart front end manager Edolyn Miller, Economart grocery director Jim Cotton and Nash Finch bakery/deli merchandiser Arlene Billberg. Copyright. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Pirates rally to reach 9-man championship game Nov 10, 2009
They play the Parshall Braves at 12 p.m. Friday in the Fargo Dome. I am so proud of each and everyone of you, Monilaws told his team. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Robotics team still seeks donations Nov 10, 2009
Last month, the team secured second place at the Bison BEST Robotics challenge in Fargo ... If everything goes as planned, the group will contend in December with 40 other high school teams from across the nation, including West Fargo and Watertown, S.D.. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Aggies end Watford Citys season Nov 8, 2009
Velva will advanced to the Fargo Bowl on Friday to play Landgon for the Class A championship. "You can't take this season away from us," Fridley said. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Contributing to a cause Nov 8, 2009
Nash Finch, represented by Nash Finch Division manager Minot and Fargo Curtis Zahrt, twelfth from left, also donated 500 to the effort. The group is using the money donated and raised at the event to buy fitness equipment for the Williston Fire Department and EMT building. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Harold DeTienne Nov 8, 2009
Harold is survived by his brothers, Clarence (Opal), Bainville and Archie (Eleanor), West Fargo; and a sister-in-law, Vera DeTienne, Hamilton, Mont. Although Harold never had children of his own, he was an honorary father, grandfather and mentor to many of his nieces and nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins, as well as many of the young people of Bainville. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Huskies are ready for semi-finals Nov 7, 2009
When the Wahpeton Huskies football team faces Devils Lake Saturday at the Fargodome, one team will be assured a return trip to Fargo the following week to play for the state AA championship and the other team's season will come to an end ... Dickinson Trinity is ranked No. 2 in the state and is playing in the other AA semi-final against Fargo-Shanley ... Due to field conditions in the Twin Towns, the game was moved to the Fargodome. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Bruce W. Nelson, 59 Nov 6, 2009
Last Updated on Thursday, Nov 05, 2009 - 03:36:26 pm CST. Published/Last Modified on Thursday, November 5, 2009 3:36 PM CST. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Hay bale removal extended in some ND areas Nov 6, 2009
The state Transportation Department says the deadline to remove bales has been extended until Nov. 15 in the Minot, Valley City, Devils Lake and Fargo districts. State law sets a Nov. 1 deadline for hay removal, for snow management and safety reasons. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Time to put gas in the Buick and hit the road Nov 6, 2009
We also have a road trip to Fargo on the docket for Wahpeton Huskies football at 5 p.m. ... They face the Devils Lake Firebirds at the Fargodome in the state semi-finals ... That game is a Wahpeton home game, but with all the rain we had here recently, it had to be moved to the Fargodome. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Beautiful Women features local woman Nov 6, 2009
Black and Linnares, Fargo residents, placed advertisements in newspapers around the state just more than a year ago and received letters, videos and other nominations about beautiful women. The core of the project is showing how these women have made the world a better place, Black said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Area Relay for Life group wins a regional award Nov 6, 2009
The award was formally presented to the team at the Regional Relay Summit in Fargo in October. The relay not only won the per capita award for its bracket, but also broke its record for income, says Laurie Odden, community relationship manager for the American Cancer Society. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Fargo South downs Wahpeton, 3-0 Nov 5, 2009
The Wahpeton Huskies volleyball team closed out its regular season schedule Tuesday night with a match against Fargo-South. The Bruins downed the Huskies 3-0 in part with strong play at the net and a number of Huskies errors. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Huskies fall at West Fargo Nov 5, 2009
The Wahpeton volleyball team traveled to West Fargo Tuesday night and were swept by the Packers, 25-19, 25-19, 25-18 ... The Huskies host Fargo-South Tuesday for their next match. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Weekend Web fares Nov 5, 2009
8:39 a.m. Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Book these fares by Friday for travel weekend of Nov. 6, 2009. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Kelly Ruddy, 42 Nov 5, 2009
He moved to Fargo in 1997 and worked at the Doublewood Inn until they moved to Kindred in 2003 where they owned and operated Kelly s Corner Kaf; from 2003-2007. He later worked at the Radison Hotel in Fargo ... On Oct. 27, 2009, he married Carolyn Lyman at Innovis Hospital, Fargo. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Area railroad changes hands Nov 5, 2009
John Long is the BNSF representative based in Fargo and Wogsland said Long is readily accessible. "That has been tremendously successful," Wogsland said of the BNSF ombudsman program. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Precautions need to be taken when drying soybeans Nov 5, 2009
FARGO, N.D. This fall's lousy harvesting weather combined with the late maturing soybean crop has led many to harvest soybeans with high moisture content. Typically the crop is dried in the field before harvest, but Ken Hellevang, North Dakota State University Extension ag engineer, has fielded a lot of questions in the past few weeks pertaining to drying and storing damp soybeans. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
The science of education Nov 4, 2009
EAPC Architects Engineers, P.C. of Fargo has the contract for the project. Olson said construction is set to begin in the spring, with work being completed in either spring 2011 or in time for the fall 2011 classes at the latest. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Coyotes swim in Bismarck over weekend Nov 3, 2009
Bismarck High 141; Bismarck Century 363; Fargo North 287. 5; Fargo Shanley 220; Jamestown 239; Mandan 293; West Fargo 311; Williston 456. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Growing ND company adds Silicon Valley executive Nov 1, 2009
FARGO, N.D. -- A California entrepreneur who was promoting the oil and gas industry found Silicon Valley too green for his taste ... Ian McPherson, a former industry analyst who founded two Silicon Valley companies, is handling sales and marketing operations for Pedigree Technologies, a software company hatched in the basement of a Fargo home ... "The energy world in the Silicon Valley right now looks very green. Everybody is looking for the next magic bullet to solve the energy crisis,"... (Fresno Bee -- State)
Wahpeton grants Bois de Sioux $25K Nov 1, 2009
JDE wrote on Oct 30, 2009 8:26 AM:" Look at the portion of money from property taxes that go into the Park, 7%. The park, pool, and zoo, operate in the red annually. This is a beautiful course that the city should be proud of. A portion of what goes to the park & zoo should go to the golf course as it does for every city course in Fargo. The zoo now has a million dollars to operate from now. The amount the golf course has received over the years is nothing compared to what other cities pay... (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Public records for Oct. 30, 2009 Oct 31, 2009
SUITS: BAC Home Loans Servicing LP v. William A. Brown, real property; Chase Bank U.S.A. NA v. Kent D. Martin, in excess of $15,000; FIA Card Services NA v. Victoria A. Pluff, in excess of $15,000; Aurora Loan Services LLC v. Dale M. Martin, real property; U.S. Bank NA ND v. Lester Lague, in excess of $15,000; Bank of New York Mellon v. Karen Moss, real property; Bank of New York Mellon v. Boris L. Diaz, real property; Bank of New York Mellon v. Andres Cardenas, real property; BAC Home Loans... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Charles J. Gira, 76 Oct 31, 2009
Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2, in Immanuel Lutheran Church, Fargo ... He worked on the Minute Man Missile Silos and multiple electrical businesses including Western Area Power from 1980-1995 in West Fargo, N.D. ... Charles was a long time member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Fargo. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Housing crisis continues Oct 31, 2009
WhyWillistonGetsIgnored wrote on Oct 30, 2009 11:27 AM:" I'm just curious how these developers in Bismarck and Fargo get all their money to put up hundreds of homes at a time for $160,00...and we can't get any of these developers to come into Williston? Has anyone contacted developers in the larger communities? Just curious. I'm also confused why there are no new fast food places being built in this town to take care fo this need. ". Write a Comment. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Waldorf's president heads back to roots Oct 30, 2009
On Friday, he found out where that chapter will take him back to where his higher education journey began as he will soon take over as the interim president of North Dakota State University in Fargo. The North Dakota State Board of Higher Education made the announcement that Hanson will lead the college after the departure of current President Joseph A. Chapman, who is resigning in the wake of of a public uproar over the 2 million cost of a new home for Chapman at NDSU.. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Otter Tail Corporation Announces Third Quarter Earnings; Board of Directors Declares Dividend Oct 30, 2009
We are committed to maintaining a strong balance sheet and an appropriate cost structure that provide Otter Tail Corporation with significant financial flexibility," said Moug. Segment Performance Summary Electric Electric revenues and net income were $73.6 million and $9.5 million, respectively, for the quarter ended September 30, 2009 compared with revenues of $82.9 million and net income of $6.5 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2008. Wholesale electric revenues from company-owned... (Primezone Releases)
ND lawmakers exploring property tax credits Oct 30, 2009
Fargo Representative Jim Kasper says the tax break could be limited to residential property that is not used to produce income. North Dakota already offers a homestead property tax credit to low-income seniors and people with disabilities. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Parent workshop can help provide support Oct 30, 2009
The workshop will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. each Monday through Dec. 7 with Linda Bass, a facilitator from Fargo, leading the weekly discussions. Angela Berge, North Dakota State University Extension Office parenting resource coordinator, said the six-week course gives the parents a chance to utilize the skills at home and return to the group and discuss the outcomes of what they've learned. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Residents losing for a winning cause Oct 30, 2009
At a celebration ceremony in Fargo Oct. 17, Wahpeton's Weight Watchers was named "Traveler's Best" for the campaign. Schumacher said Wahpeton's location is a traveler's location, as the space they meet in twice per week is rented. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Sister Judith Kast, O.S.F., 101 Oct 29, 2009
The following 21 years she taught throughout the Fargo Diocese. This included teaching intermediate and upper grades in North Dakota schools at Hankinson, Mantador, Mt. Carmel, Selz, Karlsruhe, Wahpeton, Lidgerwood and Rugby. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Huskies finish cross country season Oct 28, 2009
1 Tarin Lachowitzer, Fargo South, 14:53 ... 5 Laura Roesler, Fargo South, 15:08. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Southern ND Amtrak route a tough sell Oct 27, 2009
Amtrak s Empire Builder route now runs to the north, between Fargo and Williston. The report projects more than 350,000 passengers a year on the North Coast Hiawatha Line, including about 65,800 likely taken from the Empire Builder. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
State seeks input from area residents Oct 25, 2009
She said 114 people attended the Fargo meeting, while 64 attended in Grand Forks and 40 attended at Devil's Lake. She didn't have numbers for the Jamestown meeting. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Timothy Slaaen Oct 25, 2009
and Scott (Tracey) Slaaen, Fargo; girlfriend, Brenda Stieg and her two sons, Paul and Alec and aunts, uncles and numerous cousins. Preceding Tim in death were his grandparents, Torger and Esther Slaaen and Peter and Clara Haugenoe; cousin, Penny Haugenoe, as well as uncles and an aunt. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
ND board orders audit of $2M president's home Oct 24, 2009
Construction of the NDSU home was managed by the Fargo university's private foundation ... Hanson flew to Fargo Thursday to be interviewed for the job by Goetz and Richie Smith, the Board of Higher Education's president. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Tennis association wins state award Oct 24, 2009
Krueger thought it was appropriate the tennis group be recognized for a great project when cities like Bismarck and Fargo see groups nominated all of the time. "They were committed to the project. They went after it and got it done," Krueger said. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Knapper: A survivors tale of courage, prevention Oct 24, 2009
Her focus now centers on survivor groups such as Relay for Life and Embrace, the latest program at MeritCare in Fargo ... A breast cancer support group she started in Fargo a year ago has blossomed, growing to 15 women who appeared at a meeting last week. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Williston cross country hopes to have solid outing Oct 24, 2009
Grand Forks Central, West Fargo and Bismarck Century also figure to have strong showings at Saturday's meet ... "It's going to be a battle for fifth between us, Jamestown and Fargo Shanley. We might be able to catch up to Century.". (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Williston State College holds innovation day Oct 23, 2009
Wednesday's keynote speaker was Doug Burgum, founder of Great Plains Software in Fargo ... Both spoke from Fargo via the statewide Interactive Video Network, or IVN.. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Gaming board wont touch allegations10:09 am | (No comments posted.) Oct 23, 2009
Roberts also alleged that Chairman Michael Selvage may have conflicts of interest with a corporation he owns and his work with tribal gaming operations, according to a story published Oct. 13 by the North Dakota newspaper The Fargo Forum. The corporation, Red Shield Inc., however, was dissolved in July. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Marines return from tour in Iraq Oct 23, 2009
FARGO, N.D. Emotions ran high Wednesday as 28 Reserve Marines based in Wahpeton returned home after a seven month tour in Iraq ... A group of about 60 people welcomed nine Marines on the first of four flights returning them to their loved ones at Hector International Airport in Fargo. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Nutritionist encourages energy drink moderation Oct 23, 2009
A Fargo nutritionist visiting Wahpeton on Oct. 28 aims to educate the public on the effects of energy drinks. Kristen Liebl, licensed registered dietician at MeritCare, is offering a 45-minute program for parents and coaches at 6:30 p.m. at Hughes Shelter, Chahinkapa Park. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Wahpeton Marines return from Operation Iraqi Freedom Oct 22, 2009
into Hector International Airport in Fargo, N.D., and will depart with their. families for 30 days of combat leave. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Wall Street futures point to lower start; results due Oct 22, 2009
U.S. stocks fell on Wednesday, hurt by a late sell-off in financial shares after an influential bank analyst recommended selling Wells Fargo (WFC.N) shares and a wider-than-expected loss from Boeing (BA.N) disappointed investors. Shares of Wells Fargo slid 5. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
North Dakota DOT taking extra precautions Oct 22, 2009
Fargo DOT Sign Manager Lyle Landstrom said the North Dakota Highway Patrol requested the sign be set up mainly for beet harvest. It s there to bring attention to the fact there is a speed zone, Landstrom said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Stocks turn lower Oct 22, 2009
Analysts pointed to a note on Wells Fargo rom banking analyst Richard Bove as the source of the drop, but also said a mix of complacency and lingering concerns about the pace of the market's climb in the past seven months left stocks ripe for a hit ... Stocks spent much of the day higher after a handful of banks, including Wells Fargo, as well as Morgan Stanley and US Bancorp, posted better results for the July-September quarter ... Banks, which had been leading the market higher, were mainly... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
College to break ground on career center Oct 22, 2009
The architect for the project is EAPC Architects Engineers, P.C. of Fargo, which was awarded the contract for the project in August. Despite colder weather already settling in, some construction is to begin before winter. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Mary C. Cook, 89 Oct 22, 2009
Mary worked as a nurse at Elim Care Center in Fargo and at Moorhead Manor. She retired in 1982. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Stocks turn lower as note on banks spooks traders Oct 22, 2009
Analysts say a downbeat note from influential banking analyst Richard Bove raised concerns about Wells Fargo and sent investors rushing to dump financial stocks ... Stocks spent much of the day higher after a handful of banks, including Wells Fargo as well as Morgan Stanley and US Bancorp, posted better results for the July-September quarter. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Myrtle Myrt Vondal, 91 Oct 21, 2009
Paula (Brad) Bakken, Wahpeton; Kevin (Barb) Vondal, Wahpeton; her sister, Bernice (Harold) Kurtz, West Fargo, N.D.; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Leo; an infant, son; brothers, Paul and Don; and her sister, Viola. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Cowgirls hustle in win over Wheaton Oct 21, 2009
Fargo Oak Grove Lutheran def. Northern Cass, 25-23, 25-22, 26-28, 24-26, 15-7. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Shirley Wagner Oct 21, 2009
They lived in Aberdeen, S.D., Ankeny, Iowa, Grand Forks and Fargo. Their final move was back to Bismarck in 1985, where they spent their remaining years together. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
