Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) — After years in development, the FM Area Diversion is nearing completion. The Metro Flood Diversion Authority is releasing their year-end update on the progress of the diversion project. They say the diversion is more than three-quarters of the way completed, with some of the construction continuing during the winter months. They also say that the concrete,…
Cass County, N.D. (KVRR) — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office cleared multiple buildings throughout rural Cass County after recieving calls about reported bomb threats Thursday evening. They recieved the calls around 8:45 PM. Only one specific location was identified, in Kindred, and a K9 unit was used to clear the area. Deputies conducted building checks throughout rural communities and schools…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – It may be the season of giving, but for Golden Drive for Homeless Kids, the season of giving is year round. They’ll be celebrating this year’s efforts to support homeless kids in our community with their annual “Fill the Fire Boot” event at the West Fargo Rural Fire Department on Friday. Along with a chance to…
Moorhead, Minn. (KVRR) – A delegation from Moorhead is returning home with new friends and new perspectives after a trip to Zakho, Kurdistan. Over the course of their trip, the group visited with the people of Kurdistan, including one shop owner who opened up late to allow the group to get traditional Kurdish clothing ahead of their meeting with the…
FARGO (KVRR) – Prosecutors have dropped murder charges against Tyrque Jones, the 20-year-old Fargo man who had been on the run from police, wanted for a fatal shooting in downtown Fargo in August. Jones was recently arrested in Minneapolis. Police had been searching for Jones with an arrest warrant for the murder of Azeem Holmes, who was killed in a…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – “I had multiple cards where children thanked the parents for raising such a wonderful daughter.” Discovery Middle School students and staff, as well as the entire community are grieving today after the tragic death of a student. On Friday, 8th grader Jemimah Audu died after collapsing during a basketball game. The school has had extra support…
The planned data center near Harwood, North Dakota. (Courtesy of Applied Digital)FARGO (KVRR) – The city of Fargo plans to drop its annexation bid for land currently owned by Applied Digital Corporation after coming to an agreement with the City of Harwood. In a letter from Fargo City Attorney Nancy Morris sent to City Commissioners, she writes that Mayors Tim…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the holiday season is upon us, and it’s a great chance to check out some of the unique cultural celebrations in our community. The Sons of Norway is hosting their 20th Annual Norwegian Christmas Dinner, highlighting classic Scandinavian fare from lefse, to krumkake, to brunost, and of course grogg. With…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – The holiday season can be stressful, especially for those already struggling to meet their basic needs. Mohamed Osman with Essentia Community Health helps to connect people to the resources they need, from food and housing, to healthcare, to winter gear. He says that the people that he works with are often surprised by the help that…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) — A local barbecue joint is changing hands after almost eight years of serving the Fargo-Moorhead community. Jay’s Smokin’ BBQ announced the change on Facebook, saying owners Jay and Rochelle Henrichs were taking a step back from the business after Rochelle was diagnossed with Stage 3 colon cancer. They are working to hand the business off, but…
