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2 days ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
MOORHEAD — Clay County officials are bracing for potential impacts as state lawmakers work to finalize a budget for Minnesota. Gov. Tim Walz’ proposed budget includes cuts to the state’s Health and Human Services division. Some of those proposed cuts could lead to service gaps that counties, including Clay County, would have to pay for. That could result in a higher mill levy, which would mean higher property taxes for residents.
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6 days ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
DETROIT LAKES — Summer is fast approaching in lakes country, and crews are already hard at work getting docks back in the water. TS Dock and Lift Services was out on Big Detroit Lake on April 16 — several days ahead of the lake’s typical ice-out date of April 20. For the second year in a row, crews are starting early despite chilly water temperatures and occasional rain. While the work can be physically demanding, the crew remains upbeat.
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1 week ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
FARGO — Spring cleanup is underway, and the city of Fargo is reminding residents to use compost containers properly at recycling drop sites. The city has compost containers available to the public at 12 of its recycling locations. Residents can use the containers to dispose of yard waste such as grass clippings, leaves, and fruit and vegetable scraps. However, city officials stress that branches and plastic bags should not be placed in compost bins.
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1 week ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
HILLSBORO, N.D. — Voters in Hillsboro will head to the polls Tuesday, April 22, to decide whether to approve a 12-mill increase for the Hillsboro Public School District. The referendum was proposed after the district faced a $500,000 budget shortfall earlier this year, largely due to declining enrollment. That prompted the School Board to make several cost-cutting decisions in January , reducing the budget by $370,000.
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1 week ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
FARGO — A national speaker is delivering a powerful message to Fargo students as they approach the end of the school year: one bad decision can change everything. Motivational speaker Cara Filler visited several Fargo high schools on Tuesday, April 15, to speak with students about making smart choices. Her visit comes just weeks before graduation for Fargo seniors.
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3 weeks ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
FARGO — If you find yourself stuck in deep snow this winter, a simple four-step method could help get your car moving again without calling a tow truck. CATS: C stands for clearing a path. Clear the snow around your tires to give them space to move. A stands for adding traction. Kitty litter, sand, or even your car’s floor mats (matside down) can help. T stands for tires. Letting out a small amount of air can soften them for better grip—just remember to refill them later.
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3 weeks ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
MINNESOTA — A proposed Minnesota bill could change how pet stores operate, requiring transparency in the sale of cats and dogs while banning new stores from selling them altogether. House File 2627 would allow existing pet stores to continue selling cats and dogs but mandate full disclosure of where the animals come from. New pet stores would be prohibited from selling four-legged pets. Only three pet stores in Minnesota still sell cats and dogs.
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3 weeks ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
GRAND FORKS — Starting Tuesday, April 1, Rydell Auto Group in Grand Forks will no longer sell new Buicks. The change comes as General Motors continues to reduce the number of Buick dealerships nationwide over the past 18 months. While the dealership will no longer carry the latest Buick models, it will continue selling certified pre-owned Buicks. Customers can also still access repair and maintenance services.
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4 weeks ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
FARGO — As spring approaches, Fargo residents may see more panhandlers asking for money across the city. But what rights do panhandlers have — and when does asking for help go too far? “The First Amendment protects freedom of speech or content, and you can't regulate that, but you can regulate behavior,” Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski said. That distinction — between speech and behavior — is crucial.
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4 weeks ago | 
inforum.com | Michael McGurran
WASHINGTON — Sen. Kevin Cramer called the recent military communications mishap involving the encrypted messaging app Signal “embarrassing” and a major mistake, but he expressed confidence that it won’t happen again. Cramer, R-N.D., criticized the use of Signal for discussing military operations, saying, “Should the Secretary of Defense and at least the people around him have known better? Certainly.” He also raised concerns about how the situation unfolded.
