BRIDGES
SIGNS OF IMPROVEMENT Open Letter to Fargo/Moorhead Authorities: The Way to Canada
Dear Fargo/Moorhead Authorities: Please update our bridges. Cyclists, pedestrians, trains, and automobiles successfully cross the bridges connecting Fargo and Moorhead daily. But what if Moorheads...
Posted on 3/15/12 at 10:39 AM
STAFF BLOG THE AREA VOICES COMMUNITY A childhood passion continues to thrive for "The Bridgehunter"
Growing up in the 1970's, I remember a little boy I knew who was completely obsessed with the Minnesota Vikings. It was easy to be back in the days of "The Purple People Eaters" and Fran Tarkenton. I ...
Posted on 11/11/11 at 11:47 AM
MOVIES IN THE MANCAVE: A VIDEO BLOG Ep. 9 - "True Grit" Review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmhKa8EFZTk...
Posted on 6/22/11 at 7:14 AM
STAFF BLOG IN THE SPIRIT It's eerie!
Its pretty quiet here on The Point. We who live in these southern neighborhoods like to think of it as the sharpest end of East Grand Forks. The good people on the north end probably would dispute tha...
Posted on 4/12/11 at 4:19 PM
REEL QUICKIES Which True Grit has more grit?
Those of you who regularly read my reviews should know how impressed I was by the Coen brothers' version of True Grit. This should mean something extra since I'm not a fan of their work, as a general ...
Posted on 4/7/11 at 7:31 PM
Bridge spans 2 states' economic, transit interests 
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Tuesday for the new St. Croix River bridge — kicking off construction of the project that connects Minnesota and Wisconsin's economic and transit interests.
By Associated Press , May 28, 2013
Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees horror behind him
A truck hauling a too-tall load of drilling equipment hit an overhead bridge girder on the major interstate between Seattle and Canada, sending a section of the span and two vehicles into the Skagit River. All three occupants suffered only minor injuries.
By Manuel Valdes and Mike Baker , May 24, 2013
Flooding could close 2 of 3 Grand Forks bridges
Grand Forks officials say that two of the city's three bridges could be closed to cars and people if the Red River reaches the 49-foot mark.
By Associated Press , April 24, 2013
Minnesota lawmakers look to dole out bits of old 35W bridge
The Senate Transportation and Public Safety Committee passed a bill Monday that would set up a pecking order for who can claim pieces for free.
By Associated Press , March 18, 2013
Bachmann wants wider I-94; Not atop MnDOT list
Republican Rep. Michele Bachmann sought Monday to muster support in Minnesota and Washington for money to add a new Interstate 94 lane in each direction between the western suburbs and St. Cloud.
By Associated Press , March 18, 2013
Grand Forks-area bypass bridge is popular, but funding still unclear
The idea of a new south-end bridge across the Red River seems to be on the minds of many Grand Forks area residents, though the high construction cost means it might be a while before they get the bridge they want.
By Brandi Jewett , February 25, 2013
Bridge collapse survivors request mementos
Survivors of the Interstate 35W bridge collapse in Minneapolis may be able to keep a piece of scrap steel as a reminder of the historic event.
By Associated Press , January 31, 2013
‘Bridges of North Dakota’ display to open at library
An exhibit featuring North Dakota’s past and present bridges is set to open at the Grand Forks Public Library in early February. The “Bridges of North Dakota” display will run Feb. 4 to 17 and will feature bridges from 1872 to the present.
By Herald Staff Report , January 24, 2013
Construction of new I-90 bridge gets under way
After more than 10 years of planning, construction of the new Interstate 90 bridge that crosses the Mississippi River at Dresbach, Minn., is expected to begin Monday.
By Associated Press , January 18, 2013
Study of ND upkeep costs to include bridges
A recent study of the cost of maintaining North Dakota's county and township roads is being expanded to include bridges.
By Associated Press , October 09, 2012
Valley City bridge dismantling project rescheduled
The old North Valley Bridge was tentatively set to be demolished Monday. Project manager Shawn Mayfield says it has been rescheduled to early October because needed equipment is tied up at another project.
By Associated Press , September 17, 2012
VIDEO: Bridge work scheduled to begin in the coming years
The Kennedy bridge was built in 1963 and the Sorlie bridge was built in 1929 so engineers say it's definitely time for some repairs. Work on the Kennedy Bridge is scheduled for 2016 and the Sorlie Bridge for 2018. The upcoming projects are a response to the collapse of the I-35W bridge in Minneapolis in 2007.
By Forum Communications , September 06, 2012
Bridge repairs expected in Grand Forks-East Grand Forks, Oslo
Over the next six years, three Red River bridges in the northern reaches of the valley — including two in Grand Forks-East Grand Forks — will receive improvements.
By Ryan Bakken , September 01, 2012
DOT: Second interstate bridge recommended
State transportation officials are recommending a new two-lane interstate bridge be built over the Mississippi River, next to the existing span in Winona which has been listed as structurally deficient.
By Associated Press , August 24, 2012
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