Aaron Walling, Author at KVRR Local News

Carrying on Christmas lights tradition in rural Hillsboro after the death of a loved one

Richard Schlichtmann plans to continue his late wife's legacy to bring cheer to the region

December 12, 2023

Aaron Walling,

HILLSBORO, N.D. (KVRR) – Decorating your house for the holidays is a time honored tradition. For one man out by Hillsboro, he is trying to bring cheer to the region, especially after the death of his wife in 2020. Richard Schlichtmann plans to continue his late wife’s legacy for as long as he can. “My wife was the one who…

Travel Incorporated: Be mindful of cannabis laws for holiday travel

December 12, 2023

Aaron Walling,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – As we head into the holiday travel season, it is great reminder for those that partake in cannabis to know the rules and laws to the the places they are going. Especially after a Texas woman was banned for life from Carnival Cruises for having CBD gummies. And that’s even more important now for people living…

Winter weather travel safety tips from law enforcement

December 9, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Winter weather has finally arrived in the metro area. Which means it is time for a great reminder to be safe on the roadways. “If you don’t have to be out driving, stay home if you are able to. It’s bad enough out there with the visibility and the roads the way they are,” said Clay…

I-29 from Fargo to Canadian border closed due to weather conditions

December 9, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Transportation has closed I-29 between Fargo and the Canadian border. It was closed due to icy roads, near-zero visibility and stranded vehicles blocking the road. Here’s a link to the road map.

Funeral set for Mercer County Sheriff’s Deputy

December 8, 2023

Aaron Walling,

Deputy Paul MartinSTANTON, N.D. (KVRR) – The Mercer County Sheriff’s Office has provided details on the upcoming funeral for Deputy Paul Martin. Martin died in the line of duty on December 6. Info from the MCSO: Funeral services will be conducted beginning at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Beulah High School, 204 5th St NW. Due to…

Teaching kids about kindness through elves

December 7, 2023

Aaron Walling,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Working like Santa’s little elves, these kids in West Fargo are making gifts for people all across the region. Through the Kindness Elves initiative, the kids are being taught lessons about giving back to the community. “It’s just such a teaching moment,” said Kellee Hann. “To help spread kindness and you can’t have enough of…

Sen. Cramer’s son charged with manslaughter after fatal police chase

December 7, 2023

Aaron Walling,

MERCER COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR) – Tragedy has struck in Mercer County, as a sheriff’s deputy died during a pursuit with Senator Kevin Cramer’s son in an alleged stolen vehicle. Ian Cramer is charged with four felonies in connection to the death including manslaughter. 42-year-old Ian Cramer crashed into a sheriff’s office vehicle which hit Mercer County Deputy Paul Martin at…

Former Bison Head Coach Craig Bohl retires

December 6, 2023

Aaron Walling,

Former Bison Head Coach Craig Bohl (Wyoming Athletics)FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Former NDSU Bison Head Coach Craig Bohl announced his retirement with Wyoming football, ending a decorated career in coaching. Coach Bohl led the Bison to three straight FCS championships in the early 2010s. Bohl had a 104-32 coaching record with the Green and Yellow. Including a perfect 15-0 in…

Voters reject tax hikes to upgrade, expand Fargodome

December 6, 2023

Jim Monk, Aaron Walling,

FARGO (KVRR) – Voters in Fargo have rejected a sales tax increase for a $140 million overhaul and expansion for the Fargodome. “We’re going to have to do a post-analysis of why you voted against it,” said Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney. “And maybe we shouldn’t have bunched both the convention center and the FARGODOME together. Nearly 52% of voters cast…

2023 Holiday Lights Parade draws huge crowds

December 2, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO-MOORHEAD (KVRR) – There’s nothing like it, the holiday lights parade in downtown Fargo and Moorhead. The region’s official start to the holiday celebrations. You have it all here, the lights, the music, the crowds and the excitement. This is an event that means a lot to the region. “Yeah, the holidays are really about making those core memories and…

Author: Aaron Walling

Carrying on Christmas lights tradition in rural Hillsboro after the death of a loved one

Richard Schlichtmann plans to continue his late wife's legacy to bring cheer to the region

Travel Incorporated: Be mindful of cannabis laws for holiday travel

Winter weather travel safety tips from law enforcement

I-29 from Fargo to Canadian border closed due to weather conditions

Funeral set for Mercer County Sheriff’s Deputy

Teaching kids about kindness through elves

Sen. Cramer’s son charged with manslaughter after fatal police chase

Former Bison Head Coach Craig Bohl retires

Voters reject tax hikes to upgrade, expand Fargodome

2023 Holiday Lights Parade draws huge crowds

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