Author: Alex Bertsch

Leonard Peltier Thanks His Supporters in Belcourt, ND, Maintains His Innocence

BELCOURT, N.D. (KVRR) — After almost 50 years in prison, Native American activist Leonard Peltier addresses supporters in Belcourt, North Dakota. Over one thousand people came to Sky Dancer Casino and Resort to welcome Peltier home to the Turtle Mountain Reservation. He received gifts from supporters honoring his fight and return home including a star quilt and Eagle Staff. Peltier…

LIVE: How to gamble responsibly on the big game

Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) — With the Super Bowl on the way, betting has become top of mind for some people. And with bills looking to legalize online gambling in both Minnesota and North Dakota’s legislatures, access to sports betting in our region could be on the rise. That’s why the Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling is raising awareness, and helping…

LIVE: National Wear Red Day

Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) — While many may know the risks that cardiovascular disease poses, but you might not know that it’s the number one killer of women. That’s why every year on the first Friday of February people wear red to raise awareness of the dangers that heart disease can pose to women. Part of the lack of awreness stems…

LIVE: West Fargo Public Schools talks about new Special Ed funding source

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The challenge of funding special education programs has become a little easier in North Dakota this year. West Fargo Public Schools is utilising a new Medicaid funding source that provides the district with funds for some of the administrative work involved in placing students in their special education programs. While this program has been available…

Pet Connection: Meet Clevus

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (KVRR) — While Christmas may have passed, this pup is still looking for a furever home to spend many more holidays in. Clevus was brought to Prairie Paws rescue in Jamestown by animal control. He’s a roughly six year old Jack Russel Terrier mix. They say he’s extremely friendly, and enjoys long walks just as much as he…

Homeless Memorial Day honors those who lost lives unhoused

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Saturday marked the longest night of the year, and a chance to remember the homeless neighbors in our community who were lost this year. The F-M Coalition to End Homelessness and First Lutheran Church in Fargo held a ceremony marking the Homeless Memorial Day, walking from Broadway Square to the church were they ate and told…