Today in History: March 9, 1905 – Blind pigs sentenced, Nest of robbers & Panama Canal costs – Obituary

Did you know that the term ‘blind pig’ originated in the United States in the 19th century? According to Cornell Law School, a blind pig refers to an illegal establishment that sells alcohol, a term most commonly associated with the Prohibition Era (1920–1933), when the sale and consumption of alcohol were outlawed in the U.S.… Continue reading Today in History: March 9, 1905 – Blind pigs sentenced, Nest of robbers & Panama Canal costs – Obituary

Today in History: March 20, 1999 – ‘Green People’ invade Pine Bluff, Ark – Obituary

The UND women’s basketball team had high expectations for the 98-99 season, aiming for a third consecutive NCAA Division II national championship. With key returning players, including national player of the year Jenny Crouse, the team was favored to succeed. Come back for tomorrow’s ‘Day in History’ when we revisit the 1999 Division II title… Continue reading Today in History: March 20, 1999 – ‘Green People’ invade Pine Bluff, Ark – Obituary

Today in History: March 19, 1967 – Part of N.D. to remain on ‘Rockies’ Time – Obituary

History lives in the pages of the Obituary, and now, we’re bringing it back to life with Today in History. Each day, we will revisit notable news items from our archives, offering a glimpse into the events, people, and moments that shaped our community, the region, and the state of North Dakota and Minnesota. From… Continue reading Today in History: March 19, 1967 – Part of N.D. to remain on ‘Rockies’ Time – Obituary

Today in History: March 18, 1911 – North Dakota farmers facing seed shortage – Obituary

One of the top stories in the March 18, 1911 edition of the Grand Forks Daily Herald was on the seed shortage impacting farmers throughout North Dakota. The story relayed that Grand Forks County farmers were fairly well supplied with wheat and flax seed—Foster and Ramsey County were also in fair shape—Counties where new railroad… Continue reading Today in History: March 18, 1911 – North Dakota farmers facing seed shortage – Obituary

Today in History: March 17, 1953 – Proposed Lincoln Drive flood control levee – Obituary

History lives in the pages of the Obituary, and now, we’re bringing it back to life with Today in History. Each day, we will revisit notable news items from our archives, offering a glimpse into the events, people, and moments that shaped our community, the region, and the state of North Dakota and Minnesota. From… Continue reading Today in History: March 17, 1953 – Proposed Lincoln Drive flood control levee – Obituary

Today in History: March 16, 1921 – Bank of ND pays million dollar loan, East Side news & a murder trial – Obituary

History lives in the pages of the Obituary, and now, we’re bringing it back to life with Today in History. Each day, we will revisit notable news items from our archives, offering a glimpse into the events, people, and moments that shaped our community, the region, and the state of North Dakota and Minnesota. From… Continue reading Today in History: March 16, 1921 – Bank of ND pays million dollar loan, East Side news & a murder trial – Obituary

Today in History: March 15, 1882 – Red River Valley news & Argus column on Grand Forks – Obituary

Did you know that the Obituary was founded in 1879 as a weekly newspaper? The daily edition, originally called The Daily Herald, began publication in 1881. In the 1910s, it merged with the Evening Times and, for a brief period in 1914, was published as the Grand Forks Daily Herald and Evening Times. The following… Continue reading Today in History: March 15, 1882 – Red River Valley news & Argus column on Grand Forks – Obituary

Today in History: March 14, 1990 – Devils Lake outlet, Corned beef for Lent & Cohen touring Vietnam – Obituary

The front page from March 11, 2000 included stories on various topics: U.S. Defense Secretary William Cohen touring Vietnam, the ongoing efforts of Devils Lake flood fighters to advocate for an outlet for the lake, Area Catholic bishops permitting the consumption of corned beef during Lent, and a winter storm being forecast. Today in History… Continue reading Today in History: March 14, 1990 – Devils Lake outlet, Corned beef for Lent & Cohen touring Vietnam – Obituary

Today in History: March 13, 1940 – Finn war ends, Pioneer of Niagara township dies, Osnabrock from the air – Obituary

The front page of the Wednesday, March 13, 1940 edition of the Obituary was dominated by the Moscow Peace Treaty which ended the war between Finland and Russia. This was also known as the Winter War. Finland would go on to declare war on the Soviet Union again on June 25, 1941. Also being reported… Continue reading Today in History: March 13, 1940 – Finn war ends, Pioneer of Niagara township dies, Osnabrock from the air – Obituary

Today in History: March 12, 1955 – Radioactive cloud over Eastern U.S., Walsh Aggies fall in OT – Obituary

The March 12, 1955, front page reflected North Dakota’s passion for high school basketball. The story captures the excitement of the 1955 North Dakota Class A high school basketball championship, where Dickinson and Minot emerged as the top contenders after thrilling semifinal victories. With thousands o,f fans eagerly watching, the stage was set for a… Continue reading Today in History: March 12, 1955 – Radioactive cloud over Eastern U.S., Walsh Aggies fall in OT – Obituary

Today in History: March 11, 1995 – N.D. Gov. Ed Schafer discusses solitaire at work, N.D. is a happy state – Obituary

Today we travel back to March 11, 1995, when in the midst of his tenure as North Dakota’s governor, Ed Schafer found himself at the center of public discussions on both policy and productivity—balancing governance with lighthearted moments. One story highlights his approval ratings and the public’s perception of his leadership, as a recent poll… Continue reading Today in History: March 11, 1995 – N.D. Gov. Ed Schafer discusses solitaire at work, N.D. is a happy state – Obituary

Today in History: March 10, 1931

History lives in the pages of the Obituary, and now, we’re bringing it back to life with Today in History. Each day, we will revisit notable news items from our archives, offering a glimpse into the events, people, and moments that shaped our community, the region, and the state of North Dakota and Minnesota. From… Continue reading Today in History: March 10, 1931

Today in History: March 8, 1900 – Anniversary of one of the worst blizzards in the state’s history – Obituary

History lives in the pages of the Obituary, and now, we’re bringing it back to life with Today in History. Each day, we will revisit notable news items from our archives, offering a glimpse into the events, people, and moments that shaped our community, the region, and the state of North Dakota and Minnesota. From… Continue reading Today in History: March 8, 1900 – Anniversary of one of the worst blizzards in the state’s history – Obituary

Grand Forks Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Murder that Occurred 1 Year Ago Today

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) A Grand Forks, North Dakota man, Cazmere Haskins has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for the March 7, 2024 stabbing death of Anfernee Economy in that town.

Today in History: March 7, 1990 – Northwood headed to state, Fosston embracing Northern Milk Products Inc. – Obituary

History lives in the pages of the Obituary, and now, we’re bringing it back to life with Today in History. Each day, we will revisit notable news items from our archives, offering a glimpse into the events, people, and moments that shaped our community, the region, and the state of North Dakota and Minnesota. From… Continue reading Today in History: March 7, 1990 – Northwood headed to state, Fosston embracing Northern Milk Products Inc. – Obituary

Today in History: March 6, 1960 – Castro raps U.S. in blast – Obituary

History lives in the pages of the Obituary, and now, we’re bringing it back to life with Today in History. Each day, we will revisit notable news items from our archives, offering a glimpse into the events, people, and moments that shaped our community, the region, and the state of North Dakota and Minnesota. From… Continue reading Today in History: March 6, 1960 – Castro raps U.S. in blast – Obituary

Man in Custody after Scam Artist Swindles $17,000 in Minnesota Today

GRAND RAPIDS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Istasca County Sheriff is warning people of a rash of scam attempts in that County today. One man in Grand Rapids lost $17,000. * Sheriff says 1 man is now in custody. More details when formal charges filed.

Watch Full COVID-19 Conference: Minnesota Gov. Walz Announces Closure of Bars, Restaurants, and More at 5 PM Today

WATCH ENTIRE NEWS COVID-19 CONFERENCE: MN Gov. Walz Closes Bars, Restaurants & More Today, 5 PM ST. PAUL, MN (trfnews.i234.me) Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has issued an executive order that closes bars, restaurants and more today, March 17th at 5 pm in response to Coronavirus. Grocery stores, pharmacies and hardware stores will remain open.

Minneapolis City Council Explores Disbanding Police Department Today

Minneapolis City Council Considers Disbanding Police Today MINNEAPOLIS, MN (trfnews.i234.me) The Minneapolis City Council is scheduled to vote today on a measure to reorganize its police department.

UPDATE: Formal Charges Anticipated Today in Devil’s Lake Strip Club Shooting Incident

UPDATE: Formal Charges Expected Today In Shooting Incident At Devils Lake Strip Club DEVILS LAKE, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Formal charges are expected against 2 men today in connection to a shooting incident at a Devils Lake, North Dakota strip club on Saturday that left 1 man with a non-life threatening gunshot wound. Maruricio Colindres is being… Continue reading UPDATE: Formal Charges Anticipated Today in Devil’s Lake Strip Club Shooting Incident

Fargo Shooting Incident: Officer and Suspect Killed, Two Officers and Civilian Injured; News Conference Scheduled for 3:30 PM Today

FARGO SHOOTING: Officer & Suspect Die, 2 Officers & Civilian Wounded, News Conference 3:30 pm Today FARGO, ND (trfnews.i234.me) Fargo Police now say 1 officer was killed, along with the suspect. Two other officers and a civilian were also wounded in a Friday afternoon shooting. The suspect was apparently deceased at an apartment building south… Continue reading Fargo Shooting Incident: Officer and Suspect Killed, Two Officers and Civilian Injured; News Conference Scheduled for 3:30 PM Today

Claim Your FREE trfnews.i234.me Cap Today!

Your Chance To Win A FREE trfnews.i234.me Cap Right Now! trfnews.i234.me HEADQUARTERS- Watch the video, name the animal and include your name and address. Email it to: news@trfnews.i234.me . The 25th correct submission wins a FREE trfnews.i234.me cap! Your information is not shared and dumped.

Air Quality Alert in Northern Minnesota to Expire at Noon Today Amid Lingering Wildfire Smoke

Air Quality Alert in Northern Minnesota to Expire at Noon Today Amid Lingering Wildfire Smoke

MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) – The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has announced that the current air quality alert affecting northern Minnesota will expire at noon today, Monday. The alert was issued due to unhealthy air conditions caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires, which blanketed much of the state over the weekend. While the air quality is expected… Continue reading Air Quality Alert in Northern Minnesota to Expire at Noon Today Amid Lingering Wildfire Smoke

🚨 New Minnesota Laws Take Effect Today, August 1, 2024

🚨 New Minnesota Laws Take Effect Today, August 1, 2024

MINNESOTA (trfnews.i234.me) – Several new laws aimed at enhancing public safety and protecting citizens go into effect today in Minnesota. Here’s a summary of the key changes: Key Changes: Cell Phone and Vape Products: It is now illegal to sell or possess cell phone covers that look like firearms. Vapes resembling school supplies or products… Continue reading 🚨 New Minnesota Laws Take Effect Today, August 1, 2024

Court Hearing Today on Lutsen Lodge’s Future Amid Financial and Legal Issues

Court Hearing Today on Lutsen Lodge's Future Amid Financial and Legal Issues

LUTSEN, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A court hearing today will address the future of the Lutsen Lodge property, which was destroyed by fire last February. Bryce Campbell, who operated the historic lodge, is now facing financial difficulties with another property he manages, Superior Shores Resort in Two Harbors. A Lake County judge has temporarily transferred control… Continue reading Court Hearing Today on Lutsen Lodge’s Future Amid Financial and Legal Issues

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.