Over the weekend, a peaceful march in response to George Floyd's murder turned violent in a matter hours. Protesters gathered in downtown Fargo where the clashed head-on with Fargo police officers. Businesses were looted, windows were smashed, and destruction continued into the AM hours of Sunday. 

In this podcast episode, host Joel Heitkamp visits with Karen Stoker, owner of the Hotel Donaldson, about the damage to her business but also about the conversation that needs to be held about systemic racism not only in Fargo, but also across the nation. 

Take a listen to Stoker's full interview with Heitkamp by clicking on the 'play' icon above. 

Over the weekend, a peaceful march in response to George Floyd's murder turned violent in a matter hours. Protesters gathered in downtown Fargo where the clashed head-on with Fargo police officers. Businesses were looted, windows were smashed, and destruction continued into the AM hours of Sunday.&nbsp;
In this podcast episode, host Joel Heitkamp visits with Karen Stoker, owner of the Hotel Donaldson, about the damage to her business but also about the conversation that needs to be held about systemic racism not only in Fargo, but also across the nation.&nbsp;
Take a listen to Stoker's full interview with Heitkamp by clicking on the 'play' icon above.&nbsp;

News & Views with Joel Heitkamp is a multi-award winning program where Joel Heitkamp brings his common sense approach to the issues of the day. From politics to public service announcements and sports to government spending, there is a place in the conversation for everyone.

News & Views with Joel Heitkamp

News & Views with Joel Heitkamp is a multi-award winning program on KFGO in Fargo, North Dakota where Joel Heitkamp brings his common sense approach to the issues of the day in the upper Midwest region. From politics to public service announcements to sports to government spending, there is a place in the conversation for everyone.

Host Joel Heitkamp visits with Karen Stoker, owner of the HoDo, which was destroyed over the weekend by protesters.

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