TRAVIS SKONSENG
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
Another packed flood meeting on possible diversions
(WDAY TV) - The second public flood meeting was the same as the first, packed. Homeowners in Minnesota filed in to see how a diversion would impact their lives. The Army Corps of Engineers is looking at three diversion sizes for just Minnesota. They range from 15 hundred to 22 hundred feet wide; the land use, five to seven thousand acres.
By Travis Skonseng , October 21, 2009
New BCBS President says he understands why policy holders are angry
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - The new President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield now says he understands why policy holders are angry. We had the unique chance to talk with him about changes being made after months of controversy. In what may be a shock, the Blues new CEO and President says he knew what he was getting into.
By Travis Skonseng , October 18, 2009
Doctors say too many visits for minor symptoms
(WDAY TV) - Health leaders are now warning people to not go to the emergency room at the first sign of the flu. With swine and seasonal flu hitting hospitals hard so early, the fear is greater sickness.By Travis Skonseng , October 16, 2009
Non-profit group goes door to door to gain health care bill support
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - By a single knock on the door, some anxious people are hoping to change the lives of millions of Americans. Members of Working America are making their voices heard in neighborhoods across the area.By Travis Skonseng , October 15, 2009
News of NDSU President's resignation shocks community
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - It was shocking news to many in the community this afternoon. After 11 years at the helm, NDSU President Joseph Chapman has resigned. His resignation comes amid controversy over the last couple months.
By Travis Skonseng , October 14, 2009
Superintendent fills in as bus driver to cover for sick staff
Kindred, ND (WDAY TV) - The flu season is already ramping up. Just this week we told you about the first school district in the state closing because of the flu. Fort Yates had hundreds of students out sick and it's not only students who are suffering. Many rural districts are being forced to get creative to get subs for sick staff and it's given Kindred's Superintendent a unique job.
By Travis Skonseng , October 08, 2009
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