Grand Forks Council Kills Corn Milling Plant, After It's Called A National Security Threat GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks City Council tonight officially killed the several hundred million dollar deal to build the Chinese owned, Fufeng corn milling plant in that town, after the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force called it a… Continue reading Grand Forks Council Terminates Corn Milling Plant Project Over National Security Concerns
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North Dakota Governor Currently Participating in Chinese Plant Security Plans in Grand Forks
ND Gov. Now Involved In Proposed Chinese Plant Security At Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) North Dakota Governor, Doug Burgum has now weighed in on the security issue, regarding a proposed Chinese owned corn milling plant to be built at Grand Forks.
Tuesday Update: Grand Forks Manufacturing Plant Closed Due to COVID-19
TUESDAY UPDATE: COVID-19 Shuts Down Grand Forks Manufacturing Plant GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Employees tell TRF News that COVID-19 has shut down the plant. They say it will be shut down for 2 days for cleaning and then reopen Friday.
Report on Accident at American Crystal Plant
Report Of Accident At American Crystal Plant HILLSBORO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of an accident at the American Crystal plant in Hillsboro on this Wednesday afternoon,
St. Cloud Hurries to Construct World’s First-of-its-Kind Plant
St. Cloud Rushes To Build 1st Of Its Kind Plant In World ST. CLOUD, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The City of St. Cloud is building the first of its kind plant in the world.
Explosion Reported at Grand Forks Plant on Tuesday Afternoon
Report Of Explosion At Grand Forks Plant Tuesday Afternoon GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An emergency call for firefighters after a report of an explosion at a Grand Forks manufacturing plant on Tuesday afternoon.
SHOCKING: Pennington County’s Arctic Cat Plant Faces Collapse Amid Textron Deal Uncertainty!
Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — In a surprising twist at the end of the Thief River Falls City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 18, Mayor Mike Lorenson revealed the city has received inquiries from several potential investors interested in Arctic Cat. City leaders remain hopeful that a deal will be reached with Textron Inc., Arctic Cat’s… Continue reading SHOCKING: Pennington County’s Arctic Cat Plant Faces Collapse Amid Textron Deal Uncertainty!
Is a New Nuclear Power Plant Coming to Minnesota?
ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) A group is promoting a new nuclear power plant for Minnesota.
Small Fire at East Grand Forks American Crystal Sugar Plant Quickly Extinguished
East Grand Forks, MN – Firefighters responded to a fire call at the American Crystal Sugar beet plant in East Grand Forks on Monday night. Fortunately, the fire was already extinguished before crews arrived. Incident Details 
Location: American Crystal Sugar Plant, East Grand Forks, MN
Incident Date: February 17, 2025
Cause: Fire inside a… Continue reading Small Fire at East Grand Forks American Crystal Sugar Plant Quickly Extinguished
FBI Security Briefing on Fufeng Plant Draws Small Protest in Grand Forks
FUFENG PLANT: FBI Security Briefing Behind Closed Doors Sparks Small Protest In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The FBI was giving top Grand Forks city leaders a security briefing on the proposed, Fufeng corn milling plant Wednesday afternoon. It sparked a small protest.
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) to Close Pembina, ND Bus Manufacturing Plant
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) Closing Bus Manufacturing Plant In Pembina, ND PEMBINA, ND (trfnews.i234.me) An employee says they were told this Thursday that the MCI bus manufacturing plant in Pembina, North Dakota will close by the end of the year.
Amid Intense Protests, Grand Forks Council Approves Land Annexation for Fufeng Corn Processing Plant
Despite Threatening Protests, Grand Forks Council Annexes Land For Fufeng Corn Processing Plant GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks City Council voted to annex land for a new, massive corn processing plant on Monday, despite threatening protests by some.
Update: Polk County Deputy Involved in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Beet Plant on Highway 75
Crookston, MN (trfnews.i234.me)— Tuesday Morning Crash Involving Sheriff’s Deputy An early morning crash involving a Polk County Sheriff’s Office squad vehicle and a Nissan Altima occurred at 5:15 a.m. on Tuesday near the beet plant on Highway 75 in Crookston. Crash Details 
Date & Time: February 6, 2025, at 5:15 a.m. … Continue reading Update: Polk County Deputy Involved in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Beet Plant on Highway 75
Polk County Deputy Squad Involved in Crash Near Beet Plant on Highway 75
Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—A Polk County Deputy squad vehicle was reportedly involved in a crash with another car early Tuesday morning near the beet plant on Highway 75. Crash Details Date & Time: Early Tuesday Morning, February 6, 2025 Location: Highway 75, Near the Beet Plant, Polk County Emergency Calls: No… Continue reading Polk County Deputy Squad Involved in Crash Near Beet Plant on Highway 75
Apparent Serious Injury at Simplot Plant in Grand Forks
Apparent, Serious Injury At Grand Forks Simplot Plant GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We’ve had an apparent, serious injury at the Simplot plant in Grand Forks Friday afternoon. Since this was a medical call, police will not have any information about the subject’s identity or condition.
Council Advances Plans for New $450 Million Belgium Potato Processing Plant “Agristo” in GF
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) The Grand Forks City Council is moving forward with plans for a new $450-million potato processing plant in Grand Forks at the Fufeng site. “Agristo” a Belgium company plans to build the plant.
Legal Action Taken Against American Crystal Sugar for Injuries Sustained at Drayton Plant
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Donald and Beverly Schatz have filed a lawsuit in Federal Court in Fargo asking for damages, after Don …
Agristo to Establish First U.S. Potato Processing Plant in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Agristo, a Belgian family-owned potato processing company, has announced plans to construct its first North American facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Over the past three years, Agristo has collaborated with local potato growers, conducting trials with European potato varieties. The company had considered various Midwest locations but has now… Continue reading Agristo to Establish First U.S. Potato Processing Plant in Grand Forks
New Potato Processing Plant Worth $500 Million Set to Open in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Officials have announced a new $500-million potato processing plant will be built in the Grand Forks area.
Grand Forks Council Advances Fufeng Corn Processing Plant Amidst Increased Debate
More Fireworks As Grand Forks Council Moves Fufeng Corn Processing Plant Forward GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) More fireworks during the Grand Forks City Council meeting. There was no public hearing tonight regarding the proposed Fufeng corn processing plant, but an audience member tried to override the Council’s vote to move it forward.
Significant COVID-19 Outbreak Confirmed at Grand Forks Plant, Awaiting Full Test Results
Major Outbreak Of COVID-19 Confirmed At Grand Forks Plant, Not All Test Results In GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Officials have confirmed a major outbreak of COVID-19 AT LM Wind Power in Grand Forks. The Health Department says 68 more people have tested positive for Coronavirus in the past 24 hours. * Officials say the current… Continue reading Significant COVID-19 Outbreak Confirmed at Grand Forks Plant, Awaiting Full Test Results
Claims Suggest Officials Knew About COVID-19 Issues at Grand Forks Plant Well Before Shutdown
Claims Made Officials Were Aware Of COVID-19 Problem At Grand Forks Plant, Long Before Shutdown GRAND FORKS, NDA (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks Attorney tells TRF News that he’s interviewed multiple employees from LM Wind …
Manufacturing Plant in Menahga, Minnesota Engulfed in Flames
MENAHGA, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Crews at a fire at a manufacturing plant in Menahga, Minnesota on this Tuesday evening.
Report on Employee Injury at American Crystal Plant in Crookston
Report Of Employee Burned At American Crystal Plant In Crookston CROOKSTON, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have a report of an employee being burned early Thursday morning at the American Crystal Sugar plant in Crookston, Minnesota. We’re still waiting for more details from corporate headquarters.
American Crystal Sugar Fined for 121 Emission Violations at Moorhead Plant
Moorhead (trfnews.i234.me) — The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has fined American Crystal Sugar Company $12,000 for failing to meet air permit standards at its Moorhead sugar beet processing facility. The violations stemmed from failed emissions performance tracking on two boilers in the fall of last year. Reports submitted by the company revealed 121 emission… Continue reading American Crystal Sugar Fined for 121 Emission Violations at Moorhead Plant
URGENT: Emergency Response to Fire at Simplot Plant in Grand Forks
BREAKING NEWS: Fire Call At Simplot Plant In Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Early Wednesday morning fire call at Simplot plant in Grand Forks.
Accident at American Crystal Plant in Hillsboro on Wednesday Afternoon: Update
UPDATE: Wednesday Afternoon Accident At American Crystal Plant In Hillsboro HILLSBORO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) We have an update regarding a Wednesday afternoon accident at the American Crystal Sugar plant …
UPDATE: Hawley, Minnesota Plant Fire Determined to be Accidental
HAWLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Officials have ruled a fire at the Taracon Precast plant near Hawley, Minnesota on Wednesday was accidental.
Plant near Hawley, Minnesota engulfed in massive fire
HAWLEY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Multiple crews are on the scene of a major fire at Taracon Precast near Hawley, Minnesota.
BREAKING NEWS: Early Sunday Fire Reported at Potato Processing Plant Near Jamestown, North Dakota
BREAKING NEWS: Report Of Fire At Potato Processing Plant By Jamestown, North Dakota Early Sunday JAMESTOWN, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Firefighters and an ambulance called to a report of an active fire at a potato processing plant by Jamestown, North Dakota early Sunday morning.
Uprising at Turkey Processing Plant in Thief River Falls
Turkey Plant Revolt In Thief River Falls THIEF RIVER FALLS,, MN (trfnews.i234.me) We have reports of a bit of a revolt at the Northern Pride turkey processing plant in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, after several workers tested positive for COVID-19.
Opponents Voice Concerns Over $352 Million Grand Forks Corn Milling Plant
Critics Of $352-Million Grand Forks Corn Milling Plant Speak Out GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Several critics of a proposed corn milling plant spoke out during the Grand Forks City Council meeting.
Man Airlifted After Accidental Shooting at Minn-Dak Plant
RICHLAND COUNTY, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – A 24-year-old man was airlifted to Fargo following an accidental shooting in the parking lot of the Minn-Dak sugar beet plant near Wahpeton, North Dakota, on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred around 12:23 p.m. when the Richland County Sheriff’s Department received a report of a shooting that had taken place… Continue reading Man Airlifted After Accidental Shooting at Minn-Dak Plant
Minnesota Governor Visits Iron Range to Announce New U.S. Steel Plant for Pellet Production
IRON RANGE, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Minnesota Governor Tim Walz will be on the Iron Range today for the grand opening of a new, pellet production plant used in the production of steel.
Drilling Operations Scheduled Today at Prairie Island Nuclear Plant in Red Wing, Minnesota
RED WING, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Authorities are alerting people of a drill at the Prairie Island nuclear power plant in Red Wing, Minnesota on this Tuesay.
Fire Breaks Out at Grand Forks Potato Processing Plant on Tuesday Morning
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks firefighters called to an early Tuesday morning fire at a potato processing plant on the north side of town.
700 Workers at Fargo Plant Set to Begin Work Under Newly Approved Contract
FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Workers has approved a new contract at the Case New Holland ag equipment manufacturing plant …
UPDATE: Grand Forks Firefighters Successfully Contain Ammonia Leak At Simplot Plant on Friday Night
GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Grand Forks firefighters got an ammounia leak under control at the Simplot potato processing plant Friday night. No injuries reported.