Author: Emily Welker

Pet Connection: Meet Fajitas

She's a snack all right.

FARGO — Fajitas might start off a little cooler than her namesake dish, but once you give her a minute to warm up, she can serve all the cuddles you want. She came to Pet Connection by way of Homeward Animal Shelter, who got her from the pound, according to Homeward’s Heather Klefstad. They think she’s about a year old,…

LIVE: Show Her The Money

FARGO — The Fargo Film Festival’s first night is tonight, Tuesday, March 19th. And the smart money is on a new, award-winning documentary about money, and women, and what it takes for them to get it. “Show Her The Money” screens Tuesday evening, and some of its producers and stars will be there. The documentary examines the world of venture…

Grand Forks man jailed after police pursuit, crash in Moorhead

Arkeem HudsonMOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – A Grand Forks man is in custody for fleeing and child endangerment after police say he fled a traffic stop and crashed with a seven-year-old child in the car. Minnesota State Patrol Sergeant Jesse Grabow says a state trooper tried to make the traffic stop just after midnight in Moorhead. That’s when the driver took…

LIVE: Problem Gambling and the Minnesota Sports Betting Bill

MOORHEAD  — We’re in the midst of March Madness, but this time around, it’s not just about the sports in Minnesota. During this month, about one in five Americans are expected to gamble. And the Minnesota legislature is working on a bill to legalize sports betting. That’s got some therapists in our region worried. Currently, there are only are only…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Cain

Charming, charismatic Cain comes ready to cuddle.

FARGO — As sweet as a nibble of sugar cane, Cain the German Shepherd cross is ready for a hug, a walk, and a cuddle on the couch just as soon as you are. The year-or-so old mixed breed came in with 4 Luv of Dog rescue worker Cindy Holtan, who says he’s had to spend the last 300 days…

LIVE: Making It With Unglued

Fourteen years of creative springtime fun at the annual Unglued Craft Fest

FARGO — It’s the epicenter of creativity, charm, and cool in the metro every spring. The greatest maker minds in the region are preparing to gather again for the Unglued Craft Fest, coming up this weekend. The festival features more than 70 of the region’s best artists, artisans, brewers, DIYers, food makers and more. It has free crafts for kids…

LIVE: Fargo Film Festival Returns to Downtown

FARGO — It’s the biggest week of the year coming up for movie fans in the metro. That’s because we’re just a few days away from the opening of the 2024 Fargo Film Festival. This year’s lineup includes two different Oscar nominated films, and a horror movie starring one of the hottest young actors in Hollywood right now. Sydney Sweeney…

LIVE: Whetting Our Appetites

A Binford, North Dakota boy makes his debut on Fox's hit cooking competition.

FARGO —  He’s only 11 years old, but he’s already found his life’s passion. And now, a kid from North Dakota is taking that passion to television, with tonight’s premiere of “Masterchef Junior,” only on Fox. Alfred Eggermont says it’s the first time on TV for him, but hardly his first time finding his way around a kitchen creating original…

Preston Seeks Another Term on City Commission

FARGO — Deputy Mayor Arlette Preston is seeking another term on the city commission, according to her news release Thursday. Preston was most recently elected to the city commission in 2020 and also served on it previously from 1992 to 2000. Preston also served on the Fargo Board of Education for the Fargo Public Schools from 2002-2006. She ran for…