Author: Alison Voorhees

Fatal crash near Northwood, North Dakota

GRAND FORKS COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR) — A man from Hatton, North Dakota is dead after a crash near Northwood. North Dakota Highway Patrol says it happened around 9:30 Wednesday morning at Highway 18 and 4th Avenue Northeast. A truck driven by a 16-year-old boy went through the intersection and hit the car driven by a 66-year-old man. Both vehicles went…

Like Totally 80’s: Moorhead Ice Show returns this weekend

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A trip back to the 80’s for local ice skaters. This weekend is the annual Moorhead Ice Show. Skaters of all ages will show off their hard work from the year at three shows throughout the weekend. This year’s theme: Like Totally 80’s. The show will also welcome 3-Time National Championship Participants, Linzy Fitzpatrick and Keyton…

Minnesota senator arrested, accused of soliciting a minor for prostitution

Justin Eichorn, of Grand RapidsUPDATE (8:30 PM 03/18/25) ST. PAUL (AP) — Senate and House Republicans are calling for Rep. Justin Eichorn to step down, but not Senate Democrats who stopped short of calling for him to quit. They have also stood up for Democratic Sen. Nicole Mitchell, of Woodbury, who was arrested last spring on a felony charge for…

Uncorked Lounge in south Fargo closes

Jessica and Joe Medler says, "It is with a heavy heart and profound gratitude that we announce the closing of Uncorked Lounge."

FARGO, N.D (KVRR) — Another closure in the metro. Uncorked Lounge, a wine bar in south Fargo, shuts down after less than one year in business. This is video from an event back in January when they teamed up with Fargo Public Library for a silent reading event. Owners announced on social media that, “personal and financial challenges have made…

Longtime leader of Visit Fargo-Moorhead is retiring

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Change is coming to the leadership of Visit Fargo-Moorhead. Charley Johnson is retiring in August as president and chief executive officer of what was called the FM Convention and Visitors Bureau in August. A national search will be launched for his replacement. He was hired 13 years ago after decades in radio and television. Johnson says…

Gov. Armstrong declares statewide fire emergency for North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Governor Kelly Armstrong signed an executive order declaring a statewide fire emergency and activating the State Emergency Operations Plans. Above average temperatures and below average precipitation amounts have led to drought conditions and increased the risk of wildfires. Armstrong, a volunteer firefighter, said, “North Dakotans endured some of the largest, deadliest and most destructive wildfires in…

Mapleton man identified as Grass Lake drowning victim

RICHLAND COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — The man who drown in Grass Lake northwest of Lidgerwood has been identified. Richland County Sheriff’s Office says 70-year-old Randy Myhre, of Mapleton, died Sunday. Myhre’s body was found in open water after his pickup broke through the ice. Divers from Valley Water Rescue from Fargo recovered the body with assistance from the Richland County…

Molly Yeh will speak at Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals’ Annual Launch

Molly YehGRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — A regional celebrity known for her role on the Food Network and the owner of Bernie’s is chosen by the Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals to speak at their upcoming Annual Launch. Molly Yeh, of rural East Grand Forks, is the keynote speaker. It is the group’s signature event that celebrates the achievements of…