Author: Alison Voorhees

Water Outlet Of Automated Fire Extinguish System
Local News, Minnesota News

Sprinkler system helps contain fire at Fergus Falls nursing care facility

The fire department is also crediting the Veterans Home staff for quickly moving the residents to a nearby wing for protection
Alison Voorhees,

Water outlet of automated fire extinguish systemFERGUS FALLS, Minn. (KVRR) — A fire at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls forces residents to move to another part of the facility. On Saturday, the fire department responded around 1:00 p.m. after water sprinklers were set off. The department says the fire happened in the North East wing of the building….

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Local News, Minnesota News

Gov. Walz travels to Kuwait to visit ahead of holidays

“It was my honor to spend time with the service members serving our country in Kuwait,” said Governor Walz
Alison Voorhees,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — Governor Tim Walz traveled to Kuwait to visit members of the Minnesota National Guard’s 347th Regional Support Group and members of the RSG’s 147th Human Resources Company. They are serving abroad this holiday season. Walz says as a 24-year veteran of the National Guard, he knows what it’s like to be away from family. He…

Coins
Business, Community, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead

Donate your “Coins for a Cause” at Affinity Plus

The coins will benefit Great Plains Food Bank
Alison Voorhees,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — If you have any loose change in your pockets or purse, you might consider giving it to help feed others this holiday season. Affinity Plus in Moorhead and Fergus Falls is collecting coins from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday. The money raised will go to Great Plains Food Bank. The credit union will match contributions…

Event Dude Dad
Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

DUDE DAD LIVE! plans show for Sanctuary Events Center

The Colorado-based comedian also stars in Magnolia Network's “Super Dad.”
Alison Voorhees,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — DUDE DAD LIVE! is coming to Fargo. Taylor Calmus has become a viral sensation with his family-based comedy videos. He’ll be at Sanctuary Events Center on Friday, January 27. The show is at 8:00 p.m. and doors will open at 7:00 p.m. You have to be 21 or older to attend. Tickets go on sale this…

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Business, Community, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead, North Dakota News

Holland’s in Moorhead announces move to Fargo

The new location is set to open spring 2023
Alison Voorhees,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A Moorhead landscaping and garden center is planning to move to a new location across the river. Holland’s is taking over the former Taco Shop in the 400 block of University Drive North in Fargo. According to a Facebook post, Holland’s will continue to stay in their current Center Avenue location through the end of the…

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Local News, North Dakota News

North Dakota DOT worker seriously injured in I-94 crash

The crash happened on I-94 in the westbound lane near MM 335
Alison Voorhees,

CASSELTON, N.D. (KVRR) — A North Dakota Department of Transportation worker is seriously injured after being pinned up against a median barrier along I-94, east of Casselton. The Highway Patrol says 62-year-old Charles Hart, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, ignored the warning signs and didn’t move over lanes while road work was being done. Hart’s SUV hit the back of…

Concordia College
Business, Community, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead

Concordia College surpasses goal on Giving Day

The college's Giving Day was held Thursday, November 17
Alison Voorhees,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Concordia College had a record-breaking year during its Giving Day. The goal was to raise $500,000. But through about 1,400 donors, more than $550,000 was raised in total gifts on Thursday. One hundred percent of that money goes to student scholarships. Nearly every Concordia student receives financial aid through scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study. The director…

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