Gretchen Hjelmstad

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Assistant News Director at KVLY-TV (South Fargo, ND)

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Jury duty scam calls circulating in Polk County

2 weeks ago | valleynewslive.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

POLK COUNTY, Minn. (Valley News Live) - The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has received multiple reports of scam calls where the callers identify themselves as Polk County employees. It is being reported the callers are telling people they missed jury duty and a warrant was issued for their arrest. The callers are then requesting payments over the phone to satisfy the warrant.
Grand Forks firefighters respond to early morning fire at hotel

2 weeks ago | valleynewslive.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The Grand Forks Fire Department responded to a fire at a hotel in the early morning hours of Sunday, April 6. A fire alarm was going off at the Stay Inn at 1000 North 42nd Street around 5:00 a.m. When fire crews arrived, they found smoke and the call was upgraded. Further investigation determined that a bathroom fan caused a fire and it was quickly extinguished. Firefighters say damage was contained to the one hotel unit.
MnDOT announces 2025 state construction projects

3 weeks ago | valleynewslive.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Travelers should prepare to slow down for construction work zones as road projects begin to ramp up across Minnesota. The Department of Transportation has nearly 180 road construction projects this season to help maintain roads, bridges and transportation infrastructure; improve safety and mobility statewide.
$12M upgrade coming at Essentia Health in Fosston

4 weeks ago | am1100theflag.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad |Ken Duffy

By: Gretchen HjelmstadFOSSTON, Minn. (Valley News Live) – Essentia Health-Fosston is expanding the emergency department with a $12 million upgrade. The new emergency department is expected to be 6,700 square feet — compared to the current 1,100-square-foot space — and officials say it will improve patient flow and confidentiality; employee and patient safety; infection control; EMS access; and overall efficiency.
Former ND Senator Ray Holmberg to be sentenced on Wednesday

1 month ago | kfyrtv.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The former North Dakota lawmaker accused of sexually abusing children will be sentenced on Wednesday morning. On March 26, we will learn how much time Ray Holmberg will spend in prison. Nineteen pages of court documents detail why Holmberg’s defense suggests that he should be able to serve any additional time at home instead of going to prison. At this point, Holmberg has been in custody for 145 days.
$20M from NDDOT will expedite railroad underpass project near UND

1 month ago | kfyrtv.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will provide $20 million in state funding to expedite the completion of a long-planned railroad underpass project near the University of North Dakota campus. The project is meant to enhance traffic flow and safety with an underpass at the railroad crossing on 42nd Street with an additional 10-foot-wide shared use path for cyclists and pedestrians.
15 arrested, drugs and cash seized during Operation Frost Line

1 month ago | kfyrtv.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

NORTH DAKOTA (Valley News Live) - Multiple law enforcement agencies in North Dakota targeted rural areas for a special enforcement initiative called Operation Frost Line. The initiative conducted February 28-March 1 was aimed at intercepting narcotics trafficking, illegal activities, and reckless behaviors. It was a coordinated effort between Benson, Ramsey, and Towner County Sheriff’s Offices, and assisting agencies by utilizing regional K-9 units, aviation assets, and additional patrol officers.
Shelter in place after shooting on Spirit Lake Reservation

1 month ago | kfyrtv.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

ST. MICHAEL, ND (Valley News Live) - People are being asked to shelter in place after a shooting near St. Michael, North Dakota. Local law enforcement tell Valley News Live a shooting happened involving multiple people and a suspect is still on the loose. The Spirit Lake Tribal Council is asking people to remain calm, do not approach anyone who looks suspicious and report suspicious activity to authorities.
One arrested after high-speed chase reaches 110mph

1 month ago | kfyrtv.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A man is in the Stutsman County Jail after a high-speed chase that started in LaMoure County and ended south of Carrington, ND. On March 2, at approximately 12:45 pm, a North Dakota Highway Patrol trooper initiated a pursuit of a Lincoln Town Car following a traffic stop for speeding. The trooper says the suspect was observed driving recklessly, including passing another vehicle at the crest of a hill at 110 mph.
Amazon delivery station opens in Grand Forks

2 months ago | kfyrtv.com | Gretchen Hjelmstad

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Amazon cut the ribbon on a new delivery station in Grand Forks on Thursday, February 20. The station will serve a 60-mile radius, with a goal of delivering packages faster. City leaders and small business owners came out for the event to talk about its importance.