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DNA tests help monitor for honeybee disease
A DNA testing and research center in Fargo is expanding DNA testing for pathogens in honey bees. The genetic testing can provide early detection, and help monitor the prevalence of disease in bees.
American Crystal Sugar Company heavily fined for air quality violations
Moorhead based American Crystal Sugar Company has been fined $350,000 for air quality violations. Under a new state law, a portion of that money will go to a local community health board.
Burglary charge filed against DFL state Sen. Mitchell over alleged plan to get late father’s items
The charges allege Mitchell broke into the home of her stepmother amid an ongoing dispute over possessions that belonged to the senator’s late father, as well as his ashes.
State senator arrested on suspicion of burglary at Detroit Lakes home
Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell, DFL-Woodbury, was arrested early Monday morning without incident, police said, and no weapons were involved. She was booked into the Becker County jail.
A mostly sunny Monday afternoon is in store with a high near 67. There is a 20 percent chance of showers Tuesday morning. It should be mostly cloudy and breezy with a high near 56.