FARGO, N.D (KVRR) — The first Fargo Tattoo Expo came to town over the weekend. It was held at Ramada by Wyndham. People had the opportunity to get tattoos done by artists from around the country, including some who had been featured on the TV show, “Ink Master.” The event also featured sword swallowing performances by “sideshow couple,” Captain and…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The North Dakota Army National Guard hosted a career fair for local high school students in Fargo Friday. The event gave students a chance to meet soldiers, learn about career opportunities, and even work with some of the equipment. Staff Sergeant Anthony Gallegos shared his expertise with the students. He says he was excited to tell…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The first Fargo Brick Convention will kick off this weekend. The LEGO fan event features vendors, as well as professional LEGO artists from around the world. One artist, A.C. Pin got into doing LEGO art while playing with his kids. He has gone on to be one of the first artists invited to LEGO’s company museum…
GRAFTON, N.D. (KVRR) — A Grafton healthcare provider is receiving recognition for their excellence in serving their rural community. Unity Medical Center in Grafton has been awarded a four-star rating by the National Rural Rating System. The program recognizes excellence in rural healthcare based on patient satisfaction, quality of care, and overall hospital performance. Unity Medical Center leaders say that…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The North Dakota Construction Leadership Council held their annual demo day event at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds, teaching students about their options in the construction fields. The event gives students an opportunity to get hands on with the equipment with the help from local construction workers. “By having some chaperone’s own site from the…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Fire Department is preparing to open its newest station, its 8th, in far south Fargo. The station is located near the 64th Avenue South overpass. The current southernmost fire station is located on 25th Street near 32nd Avenue South, about 30 blocks north of the new station. Once completed it will also house water rescue…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Drug Enforcement Administration has proposed reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, recognizing its medical uses and lower potential for abuse. The proposal would see marijuana moved from a Schedule I controlled substance to Schedule III controlled substance, below drugs like fentanyl and methamphetamine. For Steve Bakken, chairman of New Economic Frontier who are backing…
FARGO (KVRR) — 4 Luv of Dog Rescue held their second annual Art Show and Fundraiser Sunday. The fundraiser was held in partnership with mixed media artist Les Sholes. Sholes says that he started partnering with 4 Luv of Dog Rescue because he is a big dog lover himself. He said that he is excited to get to do this…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With Finals Week approaching, NDSU brought in a therapy dog to help students destress. Frankie, a two-year-old golden doodle from Therapy Pets of the Red River Valley, stopped by the NDSU Library to visit with students studying for their finals. He showed up with a fresh haircut, ready to help students take a break from their…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — MSUM held their first Pathways to MSUM event on Saturday to help immigrant and refugee families learn about their options for education at the school. The event was held in partnership with the Immigrant Development Center, and aimed to help students learn about their options at MSUM. According to the IDC many of students from immigrant…
