Author: Aaron Walling

Partnership helps make mental and behavioral services mores accessible to local families

"We, I think have the commonality in really believing that recognition in need for services and that access for services at an early age is so important..."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Two local organizations are partnering up to provide local families with resources on collaborative mental and behavioral health services. With Autism diagnosis, behavior and mental health concerns, North Dakota Autism Center and Dakota Family Services are joining in a collaborative effort to help families seeking assistance. “Right now, we’re partnering to really come together to provide…

Fundraiser Brings Awareness of Homeless Youth

"We like to be a part of the community as much as possible, right now during this time of uncertainty anyone could become homeless at any time..."

  WEST FARGO, N.D.– A West Fargo business is helping feed more people in the community by collecting non perishable food items. The Zone Nutrition is partnering with the Golden Drive Homeless kids drive to bring awareness of the homeless youth within the community. The health food restaurant is also giving people the opportunity to purchase a delicious beverage in…

Early Morning Fire Destroys House in Moorhead

There was one person home at the time of the fire, fortunately they were able to make it out safely.

MOORHEAD, Minn. — A fire early this morning has destroyed a home in Moorhead. Fire crews were dispatched to the home on 1314 11 street South around 4 am. Once firefighters arrived on scene they had little time to put out the flames as they noticed it was coming from the basement of the structure. Fire crews were able to…

Church drive-thru clothing drive helps keep people warm

Cold weather clothing drive items will be distributed throughout community shelters

FARGO, N.D. — One local church is helping members in the community stay warm and cozy for the rest of this winter season. Messiah Lutheran Church in Fargo is helping collect some much needed winter essentials with a Drive-Thru Cold Weather Clothing Drive. The drive thru event asks for new or gently used items such as mittens, gloves, scarves and…

Horace Man is in custody following standoff with police in Fargo

29-year-old Joshua Hoelanderson faces charges of terrorizing, fleeing in a motorized vehicle, refusal to halt and preventing arrest.

FARGO, N.D. — An early morning police standoff leads to a temporary shelter in place order as a Horace man barricades himself inside his vehicle. According to the Fargo Police Department at approximately 3:47 am officers were doing a routine patrol on the 2800 block of 13th Avenue South when they noticed a driver tailgating their vehicle. “The officer pulled…

Fargo Police investigates increase in fentanyl overdoses

"Our overdoses have tripled from 2019 to 2020."

FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Police Department is hoping to crack down on the increase in fentanyl overdose cases throughout the metro. After a rise in overdose cases containing fentanyl, the Fargo Police Department says they are investigating narcotic distributions within the area. “These traffickers and dealers make the best out of what they have to provide illegal narcotics to…

NDSU professor leads study on physical activity and COVID-19 complications

Study suggests physical activity helps reduce further health complications associated with COVID-19

FARGO, N.D. — With many people taking precautions to remain safe during the pandemic, some may be skipping activities that get their blood flowing and hearts pumping. An NDSU professor is a leading author of a study called Physical Distancing Does Not Equal Physical Inactivity. The study suggests a call to action in prioritizing physical activity during the pandemic and…

Electrical fire destroys Richland Co. Highway Dept. building & several service vehicles

Due to fire, county roads could see delay in road maintenance

HANKINSON, N.D. — A fire that broke out Monday evening around 8:00 left a Hankinson facility destroyed and several machinery vehicles left unusable. “It looks like it started in the electrical room in that area where the main source of the fire was as we tore into the building and put the fire out last night,” Richland County Director of…

Breaking down tax return concerns as tax season approaches

With the implications of the pandemic, refunds could be affected.

WEST FARGO, N.D. — As tax season approaches, a local business helps break down what this year’s returns may look like. The biggest concern may be how to go about filing a 2020 tax return. There are implications due the pandemic, such as people losing their jobs, receiving stimulus checks or even applying for unemployment. Many people want to know…

Colleges commemorate Martin Luther King Jr day with virtual lectures

NDSU and Concordia College help shine light on racial injustices within the community

FARGO, N.D.-MOORHEAD – In light of Martin Luther King Jr day, College campuses throughout the metro are using the holiday to bring awareness to racial injustices throughout the community. Many of the textbooks that educated us do not touch on Martin Luther King Jr’s pursuit later in his life to bring attention to the atrocities faced by all marginalized groups…