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Today in Fargo-Moorhead: Minnesota wastewater treatment plants and PFAS

Volunteers help with sandbagging near a river
Volunteers help with sandbagging along the Red River near the Crookston, Minn., Public Library on April 24, 2022.
Jess Bengtson | Crookston Times 2022

After a foggy Wednesday morning, we’ve got breeze on the way. Wednesday’s high is 48; Thursday’s is 41. Highs hover there with come cloudy sun beams until a balmy 50 degrees on Sunday.

On Friday, Veteran’s Day, grab a meal at Skate City during its hot dog skate. Saturday is the Fargo-Moorhead Vintage and Flea Market, as is the Awesome Art Afternoon for you creatives.

MPR News reporter Kirsti Marohn wrote about a new report from an environmental advocacy group. It says wastewater treatment plants and sewage sludge are key pathways for so-called “forever chemicals” to contaminate Minnesota waterways.

Flu season is upon us. The Fargo Forum debunks some myths and tips to stay healthy.

Wednesday, much of the state woke up to newly elected leaders after city and school votes were tallied. Check out our election page.

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