Author: Alex Bertsch

Man arrested in East Grand Forks after fleeing in Red River

EAST GRAND FORKS, MINN. (KVRR) — A man is in custody after fleeing police and jumping into the Red River in East Grand Forks. Just after 2 AM Friday police were dispatched to a domestic disturbance in the 400 block of Demers Ave. Initial investigations identified the suspect as John Pribula. Pribula had fled the scene on foot across the…

People flock to downtown street fair in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s the first day of the Downtown Fargo Street Fair, and it’s a great chance to pick up some food and try some offerings from some local vendors. “There’s no better way than to get out here and interact with my customers, and find out what they’re looking for.” Dana Steenberg runs the award-winning Angry Tomato…

Fargo Police honor heroes on anniversary of shooting

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Here at Fargo City Hall members of the Fargo Police Department, Fargo Fire Department and the community at large gathered to remember the life of Jake Wallin. It has been one year since Fargo Police Officer Jake Wallin lost his life in an ambush.  Two other officers, Tyler Hawes and Andrew Dotas were also injured, along…

Red River Zoo honors longtime volunteer

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Wendy Trottier had volunteered at the zoo since the early days, helping to support the zoo in any way she could. Trottier passed away in March, and in recognition of her passion, the zoo named their Wendy Trottier Discovery Center in her honor. Zoo President Sally Mulvena said that this was the perfect way to remember…

Avoiding heat-related illnesses

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With summer in full swing and our temperatures rising, people are at a higher risk of heat related illnesses. Essentia Health says that during these high summer temperatures they see more cases of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. People who ignore the early signs of heat exhaustion, can end up needing a trip to the hospital….

Homeless people in FM Metro face hot weather, lack of resources

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – As the weather heats up, there has been growing concerns about the safety of Fargo’s homeless community. Fargo Cass Public Health says that while homelessness has increased in Fargo-Moorhead, it is not outside of trends across the nation and those that are faced with homelessness face increased risks, especially as the weather heats up. “There are…

AC repair demand heats up in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With the weather heating up, AC repair companies have been flooded with calls from people looking to cool down. We spoke with a technician from Laney’s who said that they have been keeping busy this week as people look to get their air conditioning up and running during this hot weather. While you may need to…