Friday, July 03, 2009
West Fargo Pioneer


Opinion

Public cautioned on use of ATV's on roadways

07/02/2009 09:40 AM
A rise in the popularity of multi-purpose all terrain vehicles has sparked safety concerns for the West Fargo Police Department. Up scaled ATVs with names like Razor, Rhino and Mule are making their way more frequently onto the roadway. Lacking the required safety features present on cars, trucks or low speed vehicles, the ATVs place the passengers and the motoring public at risk for injury or death.

Always more than meets the eye

07/02/2009 09:42 AM
Last week, West Fargo School District leaders made the decision to relieve Jeremy Murphy from his duties as advisor for the West Fargo High School Packer newspaper. It has been a controversial decision that has captured the attention of the community.

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