Author: Aaron Walling

Maine mass killing suspect has been found dead

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Maine’s governor says the suspect wanted for killing 18 people at a bowling alley and bar has been found dead in Lisbon, Maine. His death was confirmed at new conference Friday night by Maine’s Gov. Janet Mills. Commissioner of Maine Department of Public Safety says Card was found at 7:45 pm near the Androscoggin River. He…

Reading to break a record and promote youth literacy at West Acres

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Another year, another opportunity for a group working to celebrate early literacy with “Read for the Record”. And you might recognize the guy reading this years selection, KVRR anchor TJ Nelson. What has been a staple for the NDSU Chapter of the Golden Key International Honour Society revolves around them and other groups reading the same…

Change of command for the Red River Valley SWAT

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A new man is in charge with the Red River Valley SWAT team, as one of Fargo Police’s own will take over. Lt. Matt Christensen will have big shoes to fill after Capt. Bill Ahlfeldt was promoted. “To be put into this role is definitely an honor,” said Lt. Christensen, who takes over as tactical commander….

United Way and Bremer Bank pack 700 kits to help those transitioning from homelessness

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Employees from Bremer Bank and United Way of Cass-Clay  packed 700 kits with household items to help those overcoming homelessness. Which included dining and kitchen utensils, home cleaning materials, personal hygiene items and bedroom essentials. “To have a thriving community you have to have stable, comfortable housing,” said Julie Whitney, the Bremer Bank Fargo/Moorhead Market President….

Time for spooky times, it’s Boo! at NDSU

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Boo! at NDSU returns again as spooky times are set for October 26 at Cater Hall at 1650 15th Ave. N. The trick-or-treating event for the whole family will be from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday.

MSUM to host ‘Trunk or Treat’ on Halloween

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Minnesota State University Moorhead will be hosting ‘trunk or treat’ on Halloween. This will be from 5-7 p.m. at the G-1 parking lot at the corner of 9th Ave. S. and 14th St. S. There will be traditional trick or treating, outdoor games, face painting stations and other events.

New safety sign system coming to Cass County

CASS COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR) – Cass County is bringing a new system to the area that will monitor drivers’ behaviors on the roads. It’s called SmartSign, which is an intelligent driver feedback sign that can identify speeding, distracted driving and unbelted drivers. It will then notify them of the unsafe driving behavior in real time. “It’s like a radar sign…

UPDATE: FPD says no threat to the public in downtown Fargo after bomb scare

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – (UPDATE 1:39 p.m.) – The Fargo Police Department says there is no threat to the public after investigating a possible bomb device in the area of Broadway and Main Ave. in downtown Fargo. (Original Story) Fargo Police are advising residents in the area of Main Ave. & Broadway to shelter in place because of a “possible…