Senator Klobuchar Meets with Minnesota Small Businesses Over Tariff Concerns
Lawmakers from both parties raise alarm over loss of overseas markets due to trade policies.
Rising Tariffs Squeeze Small Businesses in Minnesota
Former Moorhead city truck driver charged in death of 9-year-old boy
Lifestyle
Moorhead Schools Approve Lower-Than-Expected FY 2026 Budget
Revised budget comes in $800,000 under June 2025 projections

Churches United Sets $1 Million Donation Goal for Giving Hearts Day
The nonprofit aims to raise funds for operating costs and build a sustainable model.
Moorhead Public Library Hosts Farewell Party for Current Building
Community gathers to celebrate memories and milestones before library moves to new location.
Politics
Moorhead City Council Debates Restricting ICE Access to Public Spaces
The council voted to table the discussion, with the mayor casting the tie-breaking vote.

Kendall Qualls wins Clay County GOP gubernatorial straw poll
Former Republican candidate finishes ahead of House Speaker Lisa Demuth and My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell
Minnesota GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Demuth Kicks Off Eight-City Tour
Demuth and running mate Wilson to visit Moorhead ahead of precinct caucuses
Crime
Former Moorhead City Employee Charged in 9-Year-Old's Death
Victor Port faces charges for failing to yield and operating a truck without proper license

SWAT Officers Cleared in Deadly August 2025 Moorhead Apartment Shooting
New evidence, including never-before-seen footage and 911 audio, clears Fargo police officers involved in the deaths of Nathan and Lucas Heiberg.
Clay County Attorney's Office Pulls Out of Specialty Courts
Cites concerns about effectiveness of drug, veterans, and DWI programs
Sports
Rogers basketball splits first February games
Girls team wins 76-70, loses 60-57; boys team wins 61-60, loses 82-45

Jimmies Wrestling Drops Non-Conference Dual to Concordia Moorhead
Early wins by Ronquillo and Nose not enough as Cobbers rally for 32-9 victory
MSUM Men's Basketball Coach Emphasizes Player-Led Culture
Jason Kemp discusses continuing to build a strong team dynamic and identity.