TRAVIS SKONSENG
Superintendent search to begin early for Breckenridge
Breckenridge, Minn. (WDAY TV) - The Breckenridge school board made big decisions tonight regarding its next Superintendent. The search for the new leader will begin any day, ahead of many districts in Minnesota. After years of controversy, board members in Breckenridge hope that will change with their next Superintendent.
By Travis Skonseng , November 19, 2009
Daughter of the accused mastermind of a Fargo murder to fight for custody
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - The daughter of the accused mastermind of a Fargo murder says she'll continue to fight for custody of Kennedy Gattuso. In a bizarre twist, the conversation quickly turned to a letter allegedly typed by the child's mother on her death bed.
By Travis Skonseng , November 18, 2009
Warm weather helps construction season wrap up
(WDAY TV) - The unusual warm weather is helping road crews wrap up work before winter. This after the flood and wet fall forced projects to be delayed several weeks.By Travis Skonseng , November 13, 2009
Ransom County officials consider retention ponds for flood protection
Lisbon, ND (WDAY TV) - Officials in Ransom County are also looking for the answer to permanent flood protection. They say the Baldhill Dam isn't enough and right now, homeowners are pushing for retention ponds. At another flood meeting, this time outside the metro, discussion turned to how the Baldhill Dam effects flooding in rural towns.
By Travis Skonseng , November 12, 2009
Many veterans struggle everyday
Vets then marched to the Civic Center and raised the flag near the Veterans Memorial plaque. On this day of honoring vets, some are living lives many of us can never imagine, on the street. The harsh reality of war and the economy is hitting close to home. An estimated four thousand military vets are expected to be homeless this year in Minnesota alone. That's one percent of all vets in the state. Tonight, one of them tells us what life is like.
By Travis Skonseng , November 11, 2009
School leaders bust a rare fight club situation
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - Fargo school leaders believe they have busted a rare situation involving a fight club and high schoolers. To make matters worse, students videotaped the fights then posted them online.By Travis Skonseng , November 06, 2009
Man accused in dentist slaying brought to ND
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — The man accused of killing a Fargo dentist in a murder-for-hire scheme has been brought to the city where he will face charges. Cass County deputies drove Michael Nakvinda from Oklahoma after his arrest last weekend. Officials said the 41-year-old Nakvinda (nak-VIN'-dah) arrived at the Fargo jail early Thursday night.
November 05, 2009
Fargo homeowners deal with major sewer backup
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - Some north Fargo homeowners are dealing with the unexpected tonight, major sewer backup. A construction project is to blame for the smelly mess that has left basements in disarray. About 30 homes in two neighborhoods along 32nd Avenue are affected.
By Travis Skonseng , November 04, 2009
Philip Gatusso's family members react to his murder
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - Family members of the murdered Fargo dentist got their first look inside the scene of the crime. Until today, it had been blocked off as investigators gathered evidence at the condo. 49-year old Philip Gatusso was found dead there Monday night.By Travis Skonseng , October 30, 2009
West Fargo's Mayor supports diversion west of the city
West Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - West Fargo's Mayor is throwing his support toward a Red River diversion west of the city. This comes after a controversial vote by the Dilworth City Council opposing a diversion near that town.
By Travis Skonseng , October 29, 2009
Smaller communities worried they won't be considered during flood protection planning
Harwood, ND (WDAY TV) - Homeowners in Harwood turned out in force tonight to listen and talk about how they're affected by permanent flood protection. Some are worried smaller communities aren't being thought about when it comes to planning.
By Travis Skonseng , October 29, 2009
Flood protection options for the entire Red River basin are discussed
Moorhead, Minn. (WDAY TV) - Some homeowners in Moorhead say they are concerned about the direction flood control is going. About 25 people came to a meeting to look at options not just for the city, but across the entire basin.
By Travis Skonseng , October 28, 2009
Special open house showcases Hankinson's ethanol plant
Hankinson, ND (WDAY TV) - The town of Hankinson, North Dakota doubled in size for a special open house showcasing the recently sold ethanol plant. Tonight we are hearing for the first time from the company Murphy Oil that bought the plant for 107 million dollars.By Travis Skonseng , October 23, 2009
Innovis Health places restrictions on visitors
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - The flu pandemic leading to more restrictions. New visiting rules are now in place at Innovis Health in Fargo.By Travis Skonseng , October 23, 2009
Recent rains puts Breckenridge flood protection efforts on hold
Breckenridge, Minn. (WDAY TV) - City leaders in Breckenridge are frustrated the recent rain is hampering flood protection. Work on dike building is nearly at a standstill because dirt and clay are just too wet.
By Travis Skonseng , October 22, 2009
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