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'Keeping a positive mindset': West Fargo Police Officer overwhelmed by support

Mark Gilliam
Mark Gilliam
Mark Gilliam
Senior Reporter · West Fargo, ND

Mark Gilliam brings a decade of experience in business reporting to Fargo Current, previously writing for the Grand Forks Herald. He holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of North Dakota and specializes in local economic trends and business development.

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Senior Reporter · Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 11:29 PM · 1 min read
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'Keeping a positive mindset': West Fargo Police Officer overwhelmed by support — West Fargo Schools news

WEST FARGO — A longtime West Fargo police officer who has dedicated his life to service is tonight feeling the support and love from the entire metro area. Miles Orth is a 26-year veteran of law enforcement. But now the father of two is battling an aggressive Stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis. But the community of West Fargo and towns beyond are rallying around him and his family. Orth has received his share of "top cop" awards. For more than two decades, he has been a dedicated patrol officer and detective. But earlier this fall, Orth was diagnosed with Stage 4 prostate cancer, and what followed was a whirlwind of appointments, blood draws, scans and chemotherapy. "My brother said I need to keep a positive mind set and just believe you are going to beat it," Orth said on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Since news hit the police force, the community has rallied. Neighborhood children hosted a lemonade stand, high school athletes held fundraisers and a huge benefi

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