"I would be dead if it wasn't for F5." The F5 program turns people's lives around

October 29, 2026: I am sorry to see that Becker County, Minnesota has ended its contract with the F5 project. This is a big mistake. Many people at the lowest points in their lives have enormously benefited from F5 programs, and turned their lives around. Yes, the North Dakota Attorney General’s o…

Hope at the "No Kings" rally, no comments from DGF School Board candidates, and the brutal attacks against Rob Kupec

October 22, 2026: They came to the “No Kings" rally in Fargo last weekend to rightfully voice their anger and frustration as to what’s happening in this country because of Donald Trump and his enablers. They worry about the cost of living, the attacks on our democracy, and the loss of humanity. Ho…

North Dakotans should vote to keep their rights, Trump's betrayal of Ukraine, and a surprising endorsement by the Fargo Forum

October 15, 2026: This November, all North Dakotans, whether they be conservatives, progressives or anything in-between, must vote to keep their rights. The North Dakota Legislature wants to take them away... (Jim Shaw is a veteran newsman and journalist based in Fargo, ND. Read his weekly column …

"Reader Feedback." Going back and forth with the readers.

October 8, 2026: Just in time for National Fluffernutter Day (really) here’s the latest edition of “Reader Feedback.” Often imitated, never duplicated, it’s the column dedicated to you, the readers... (Jim Shaw is a veteran newsman and journalist based in Fargo, ND. Read his weekly column at kfgo.…

It's time to make free school meals in North Dakota a reality

October 1, 2026: North Dakota voters have a chance to do something really big to help the state’s families and children. Namely, guarantee that children going to school can get a free breakfast and lunch. The time has come to make that happen... (Jim Shaw is a veteran newsman and journalist based …

Remembering John Kinslow, John Olson, and the Beirut Terrorist Attack

Sept 24, 2026: I’m so sorry to hear that John Kinslow of Valley City passed away. John survived the second deadliest terrorist attack against Americans in history. Sadly, most Americans know little or nothing about this attack... (Jim Shaw is a veteran newsman and journalist based in Fargo, ND. R…

Hoeven's inexcusable criticism of Canada, and where's the Forum's Best Newspaper Columnist competition?

Sept. 17, 2026: It’s sad to see how low North Dakota Senator John Hoeven has sunk. Hoeven had a reputation as a common sense moderate until Donald Trump came along. Now, he serves to appease Trump... (Jim Shaw is a veteran newsman and journalist based in Fargo, ND. Read his weekly column at kfgo.c…

"I'm sorry they feel that way." An Investigative Report: Inside the Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School District

Sept. 10, 2026: Jessi Bruce had a unique perspective of the Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School District. Bruce was an English teacher at the DGF High School for three years, and her son was a student in the district. Bruce’s son was badly bullied there. His classmates stole his phone and contact infor…

"They failed my son." An Investigative Report: Inside the Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School District

September 3, 2026: At the Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School District, several teachers say they have operated in an atmosphere of fear, with little support or communication from district administrators. Meantime, teachers and parents say students face little to no consequences for bad behavior. One c…

"The environment there is toxic." An investigative Report: Inside the Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School District

August 27, 2026: Working at the Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School District became a nightmare for several educators, especially women, in recent years. That’s what I found, as part of a lengthy investigation. The educators called it a toxic and sexist atmosphere, where they were not listened to, trea…