Author: Alex Bertsch

FM Recharge gives people an opportunity experience electric vehicles

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – FM Recharge gave people a chance to test drive e-bikes and electric vehicles on Saturday. The event was held at Minnesota State Community and Technical College. It was organized by Minnesota State and Recharge America, in partnership with dealerships in the area who brought vehicles out for attendants to test drive. Javier Quiroz with Corwin Chrysler,…

West Fargo diverts Sheyenne River North of I-94

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – City of West Fargo officials, in cooperation with Southeast Cass Water Resource District, initiated north and south gate closures on the Sheyenne River, diverting all flow around town north of I-94. The city says that due to recent rains there has been significant movement in water levels in the Sheyenne River. With these changes in…

Choice Bank donates over $600,000 to support affordable housing

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Choice Bank has partnered with The Member Impact Fund to donate $628,000 to support affordable housing and community development in North Dakota. The donations will go to support 20 different non-profits in the region that work on making housing affordable and accessible. Beyond Shelter, Cass Clay Community Land Trust, Sharehouse and Matthew’s Voice Project were among…

Gov. Burgum presents 2025-2027 budget guidelines

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Gov. Doug Burgum presents his final strategic budget guidelines for the 2025 to 2027 biennium. The Governor’s Office and Office of Management and Budget began the review process with state agencies in January. North Dakota’s state general fund revenues are above expectations in the current cycle by nearly $213 million. However, Burgum is still calling on…

Fergus Falls Voters To Decide Nearly $55 Million School Bond on Tuesday

FERGUS FALLS, MINN. (KVRR) – Voters will decide on a nearly $55 million bond referendum for Fergus Falls Public Schools next Tuesday. “Our cabling doesn’t conform to modern standards and the architect said that’s because it was installed before standards existed. So it gives you an idea of some of the age of the infrastructure.” Infrastructure problems like this is…

Dr. Whitney Temple dies after cancer battle and alleged abuse

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — Grand Forks Dr. Whitney Temple died Monday after her battle with cancer. In 2022, Temple was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare cancer that affected her spine. Her husband Joshua Temple was arrested in April on several charges including domestic violence and endangering an eligible adult. According to court records, Whitney Temple made allegations of…

New stores leaving their mark on downtown Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A number of downtown staples have decided to close their doors, or move to a new location. Scan Design has been in its downtown location for almost 20 years. But with their lease coming to an end, owner Mary Larsine-Cantrell said that the space no longer met their needs. “We have three levels here, and so…

Fargo residents look to upcycle furniture during “Cleanup Week”

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo and Dilworth kick off the annual “Cleanup Week.” For most Fargo residents, “Cleanup Week” is an opportunity to get rid of unwanted furniture and appliances. But for some, it’s a chance to find new treasures. Some people are taking the opportunity to upcycle this used furniture. “I mean, “Cleanup Week” is always…