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Patricia Jean Romelfanger

Patricia Jean Romelfanger, 94, of Jamestown, ND, peacefully passed away to be with her Heavenly Father on the evening of November 4, 2026, at Eventide, surrounded by her loving family. Patricia was born on October 1, 1932, in Jamestown, ND, to William and Bertha (Wescom) Boelke. She spent her early...

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St. John's University taking St. John's of New York to court over 'Johnnies' trademark

Kimm Anderson / For St. Cloud LIVE By Andy Rennecke Today at 7:00 AM Listen Comments Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project What is this?...

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Get to know UND freshman forward Cooper Simpson

Russell Hons / UND athletics By Brad Elliott Schlossman Today at 6:10 AM Listen Comments Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project What is...

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Get to know UND freshman forward Cooper Simpson

Cooper Simpson's first two collegiate goals have already made a splash in the world of UND hockey. The freshman forward scored his first goal during the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game, and followed up by winning the weekly UND team shootout Thursday, marking a promising start to his college career....

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NDSU provost warns of possible cuts due to $6M in lost revenue from enrollment decline

Forum file photo By Robin Huebner Today at 5:01 AM Listen Comments Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project What is this? FARGO — The chief...

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Gwinner firefighters honor young cancer patient

In the quiet, close-knit community of Gwinner, North Dakota, an act of kindness unfolded that resonated far beyond the small town’s borders. A young boy, only seven years old, experienced a moment of community support and hope that exemplifies the power of compassion in times of hardship. Wyatt...

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Fargo community members gather at a school board meeting to discuss the school meals bill, reflecting community engagement and hope.

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School meals bill falls short of required votes at election

On a brisk autumn morning in Fargo, the air buzzed with anticipation and quiet hope as parents, teachers, and community leaders gathered at the city’s school board chambers. Among them was Maria Lopez, a mother of three and a dedicated volunteer at her children’s elementary school, clutching a...

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Jamestown finishes regular season at 16-2

MANDAN — Jamestown High School head volleyball coach Sara Hegerle wants more out of her team. "Knowing how well (Mandan) is coached — Anna (Folk) is doing a great job," Hegerle said in an interview with Jamestown's 107.1 FM. "They are gritty, they fight hard for points. ... when do we get to the...

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Around the Mountain West: Perhaps improbably, Wyoming firmly in conference title fight

FARGO — The game of the week in the Mountain West Conference is Saturday night in Las Vegas. Wyoming (4-1 league, 5-3 overall) plays at UNLV (3-1, 5-3) in a contest that will have conference title game implications for not only the Cowboys and Rebels, but other teams, too. New Mexico leads the...

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Portrait of Herbert F. Chaffee, a wealthy bonanza farmer from North Dakota, involved in a historic swindle and tragedy

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How a millionaire bonanza farmer was swindled out of $25,000, then died on the Titanic

On a chilly October evening in 1909, Herbert F. Chaffee sat in his Amenia home, clutching a glass of water and a small vial filled with what he believed was a secret to uncovering truth—an alleged "truth serum" that could reveal the authenticity of gold. This moment was not just a petty scam; it...

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How a millionaire bonanza farmer was swindled out of $25,000, then died on the Titanic

MINNEAPOLIS — The beaker was, to them, filled with truth serum. It was the night of Oct. 13, 1909, at the Pauly House, a Minneapolis hotel. Herbert F. Chaffee, a wealthy bonanza farmer from Amenia, North Dakota, and his son Eben bent over a tumbler holding a pile of shavings. H.F. Chaffee was a...

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Fargo South softball team practicing under new coach David Benson, symbolizing new beginnings and community spirit

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David Benson named next Fargo South softball head coach

In a move that signals a fresh chapter for Fargo South’s softball team, David Benson has been officially named the new head coach, promising a blend of experience and community-driven leadership. It’s a story that hits close to home, not just for Benson's athletic background but for his deep roots...

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Port: Surrey school bond failed by 5 votes, but a ballot error meant some couldn't vote

MINOT — Surrey is a small community just to the east of Minot. On the ballot this week the city's school district had a question about a bond measure. According to the unofficial results, a majority of voters, some 465, cast "yes" votes, but state law requires a 60% supermajority for this sort of...

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