OAKPORT TOWNSHIP
Kragnes ring dike eases flooding fears 
Project was completed this summer, but enough work was done to protect some during spring floodKRAGNES, Minn. – Homes near Kragnes are at risk whenever the Buffalo River floods its banks.
By Dave Olson , September 08, 2009
Local flood projects impress visiting Minnesota lawmakers
A group of Minnesota lawmakers influential in how state dollars get spent toured water projects in the Red River Valley on Wednesday and went away wowed.
By Dave Olson , September 03, 2009
Mosquito spraying in Oakport today
Aerial mosquito control spraying will be done in Oakport Township from 7 to 9 tonight, according to a news release.
By Forum staff reports , August 28, 2009
Mosquito spraying in Oakport Friday
OAKPORT TOWNSHIP - Aerial mosquito control spraying will be done in Oakport Township from 7-9 p.m. Friday, according to a news release. The spray is designed for use in residential areas and it should not harm people, pets or gardens.
By Staff report , August 27, 2009
Oakport Township dike project moving ahead
Oakport Township’s dike project north of Moorhead will soon be taking shape, but some snags remain, according to Greg Anderson, chairman of the township board.
By Dave Olson , August 21, 2009
Dike project to begin in Oakport Township
Area flood buyouts still pendingDike construction is set to start this summer in Oakport Township, a project that will provide flood protection for 750 acres when it is completed in three years.
By Dave Olson , June 26, 2009
Fargo woman injured in Clay County crash
A Fargo woman was injured in a two-vehicle crash near Oakport Township north of Moorhead early Friday.
By Forum staff reports , May 30, 2009
Homeowner battles water, then his bill
Oakport man charged double the usual amount after floodingAl Schrock lost his fight with the Red River. Now, he’s battling his water bill.
By Mike Nowatzki , May 19, 2009
Final sandbag removal plans set for Oakport, Georgetown
The Army Corps of Engineers anticipates finishing up sandbag removal and beginning its final pass Monday in Oakport Township and Georgetown, Minn.
By Forum staff reports , May 15, 2009
March Oakport Township fire ruled arson
Authorities have ruled that a fire that destroyed an Oakport Township home north of Moorhead during the flood fight was caused by arson.
By Forum staff reports , May 14, 2009
Authorities: Arson cause for Oakport fire in height of Red River flood
Authorities have ruled that a fire that destroyed an Oakport Township home during the flood fight was the result of arson.
By Forum staff reports , May 13, 2009
Forms required for Oakport Township help
The U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers will assist Oakport Township with the removal of levees and sand bag dikes and is in the process of preparing contracts.
By Forum staff reports , April 25, 2009
McFeely: Spirits remain high in Oakport
Paul Young’s basement is ruined, victimized by 6 feet of water that poured in when Red River floodwaters inundated Oakport Township in Minnesota. That includes the bedroom of his 12-year-old daughter, who adores horses.
By Mike McFeely , April 09, 2009
Oakport could get dike support
Oakport Township, Minn., may be getting help from the Army Corps of Engineers, said Town Board Supervisor Chair Greg Anderson on Sunday night at a community meeting.
By John Lamb , April 06, 2009
Oakport Township calls meeting for flood fight
A public information meeting for Oakport Township residents is scheduled for 7 tonight at the Dilworth Community Center.
April 05, 2009
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