FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – With Valentine’s Day this weekend, florists in the area are warning the public about what the cold can do to flowers. They say it is crucial to order ahead of time and plan out deliveries as most flowers could be left at the doorstep in this very cold weather. People seeking to purchase a bouquet of…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — After spending a total of 44 hours outdoors bearing frigid cold temperatures, participants for the Freezing for a Good Reason event are ready to warm up indoors. “The 44 hours represented over two days represents the 22 veterans a day that commit suicide each day. So that’s why we did it for two days and the…
FARGO, N.D. — A local high school swim team is showing their support after a teammate’s diagnosis with a rare form of cancer. “This is our tenth annual swimathon. Every year we take a Saturday practice we raise money for a local charity that the captains pick. We try to make sure that whatever we’re donating to stays locally within…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — Some people will bear the frigid temperatures tonight to bring awareness to homelessness and veteran suicide prevention. Both Cass and Clay county sheriff’s will be freezing for good reason as they sleep inside of a tent outside the Moorhead American Legion to bring awareness to the cause. The sheriffs will remain outdoors until noon Saturday. The event…
FARGO-MOORHEAD – As the temperatures continue to drop, the homeless may be faced with tougher challenges. With frigid temperatures sweeping in over the next week, two local organizations are doing their best to provide relief to those seeking shelter from the cold. “We’re very aware of the temperatures that are coming. The kind of wind chills we’re expecting aren’t compatible…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Chamber holds an Eggs and Issues discussion with members of the legislation to talk about a $435.5 million bonding bill on the Fargo-Moorhead Diversion Project. At just under $800 million, House bill 1431 is proposing a series of projects in the Fargo-Moorhead area. One project in the bill will take a little over half of…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – A local nonprofit organization is helping make sure no member in our community goes hungry Moorhead Rotary is helping support Churches United with a drive up food drive. The drive through event sought to shine a light on one of the many struggles some community members face during trying times, such as poverty and hunger. While…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Fargo National Cemetery and the Memorial National Guard honor an unclaimed military hero for his service. David Oliver, a Vietnam veteran was from Grand Forks and had no next of kin. “No veteran ever is buried without this ceremony,” Fargo Honor Guard Chaplain Russel Stabler said. “This was an amazing man, he served his country…
MOORHEAD. Minn. (KVRR) — A police chase in Moorhead between midnight and 1 a.m. Monday ends with the arrests of three people. Minnesota State Patrol followed the suspects to a townhouse on the 3300 block on 20th Street South where the suspects fled in a stolen car. Officers temporarily closed down a part of the street as the suspects had…
WILLISTON, N.D. (KVRR) –People in Williston are filing a federal lawsuit against the city’s ban on pit bulls. The argument states the ban is stripping an owner’s equal protection rights. A city-wide ordinance that went into effect almost 34 years ago is being challenged by 12 people who identify themselves as pit bull owners. A few local shelters say they…
