Author: Alex Bertsch

Former Sen. Heitkamp hopes voters will make decisions based on policy over personality

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Former North Dakota Senator Heidi Heitkamp is helping the Harris/Walz campaign share their small business initiatives. Vice President Harris is calling for a slate of new incentives for people to start small businesses, including raising small business tax credits from $5,000 to $50,000. Heitkamp said that policies like these will benefit rural states like North Dakota,…

Applications Set to Open for The Salvation Army’s Annual Coat Drive

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — While we still enjoying some summer weather, The Salvation Army is working to make sure that kids in our region stay warm once winter rolls around. The annual Salvation Army Coat Drive will begin taking applications for assistance starting September 3rd, with the deadline to apply on September 27th. The drive collects gently used coats, snow…

Great Plains Food Bank considering major changes for child hunger program

FARGO (KVRR) – Major funding changes appear likely for a program that fights childhood hunger by providing students with food to take home for meals on weekends. The Great Plains Food Bank fully funds its “Backpack” program for students in Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo, but other school districts served by the food bank cover the entire cost for themselves….

Island Park Show features crafts and homemade goods

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Parks gave people a chance over the weekend to enjoy the weather, and connect with their favorite local vendors. The Island Park Show featured over 100 vendors selling crafts and homemade goods throughout the park. Charlene and Rolland Barrie of Char’s Kitchen traveled up from their home in Turton, South Dakota, a trip they’ve been…

Update: Police investigating homicide in South Fargo

FARGO (KVRR)  – Fargo police, Moorhead police, state troopers and other law enforcement responded to a shooting in the 2200 block of 12th Ave. South. Fargo police confirmed that one person was shot. The victim was was taken to a hospital by ambulance, where they were later pronounced dead. The suspect had fled the scene before officers arrived. The initial…