Author: Gabriel Ostler

Peggy Flanagan
Community, Minnesota News, Moorhead, Politics / Elections

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan Visits Moorhead

The lieutenant governor is in the midst of her campaign for U.S. Senate.
Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor stopped by Moorhead this weekend for some face time with local farmers – and prospective voters. Peggy Flanagan is running for U.S. Senate, and as part of her campaign, she visited Prairie Rose Farm to learn more about agricultural business and local food systems. Flanagan said it was very informative to hear from…

Wing Cook-Off
Community, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead

Third Annual Wing Cook-Off Shows Support for First Responders

All the funds raised by the event went towards the creation of care packages for members of the military, firefighters, and police officers.
Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Lovers of all things chicken wings congregated to cook some good food on June 13 and raise money for a good cause. W.H. Davy Memorial Park played host to the 3rd Annual Wing Cook-Off, organized by Heroes Compass and Swing Barrel Brewing Company. Heroes Compass is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting first responders and military veterans,…

Wanted
Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

Local Movie Production Seeks Local Actors

Director Zeapoe Matalda has a history of shooting in familiar Fargo-Moorhead area spots and wants to use as much local talent as possible for her newest project.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Following the success of the film “Roommate”, which was shot, acted, and directed by local talent, many of the same crew members are teaming up again for a new movie – and they’re looking for even more participants. Filmmaker Zeapoe Matalda is almost ready to begin shooting “America’s Most Wanted”, an action comedy about a college…

Vikings Legends Come To Fargo Moorhead To Meet Fans, Fundraise
Community, Local News, Minnesota News, North Dakota News

Minnesota Vikings Legends Meet Fans, Raise Money for Local Shelter

The former players were busy over the weekend, signing autographs at Unhynged one evening and playing golf in Detroit Lakes the next day.
Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Vikings-themed festivities were in full swing June 13th and 14th on both sides of the North Dakota – Minnesota border. First on the agenda was a meet-and-greet Saturday at Unyhnged Sports Bar in West Fargo, where you could scarcely move amidst the sea of fans waiting to meet their heroes. “I’ll tell you what,…

Shamuel David Jimenez Caicedo
Crime, Local News, North Dakota News

Two Adults, One Juvenile Arrested After Pursuit in West Fargo

The West Fargo Police Department says they disabled the suspects' vehicle using spike strips, but the three still attempted to flee on foot.
Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Two Venezuelan nationals are in custody in the Cass County Jail after a traffic stop turned into a foot pursuit in the early morning hours of June 13. The West Fargo Police Department says they attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation around 5 A.M. in the 300 block of Sukut Street. The…

Sen. Josh Boschee
Local News, North Dakota News

Update: Josh Boschee elected mayor of Fargo, Peterson, Gullickson elected to city commission

Gabriel Ostler, Jim Monk,

FARGO (KFGO-KVRR) – State Sen. Josh Boschee declared victory Tuesday night in a crowded five-way race to become Fargo’s next mayor, as voters also shook up the city commission and overwhelmingly approved an infrastructure tax extension. Boschee, a Democrat-NPL lawmaker representing Fargo’s District 44, secured nearly 47% of the vote. He comfortably outpaced his closest challenger, City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg,…

Icewind Brewing
Business, Community, Local News, North Dakota News

Icewind Brewing Celebrates 6th Anniversary

The brewery says that after reaching the five-year mark as a business, they're able to relax just a bit and really celebrate their success.
Gabriel Ostler,

MAPLETON, N.D. (KVRR) – A beloved local brewery is celebrating as another year of operation goes down as a success. This weekend marked the sixth birthday of Icewind Brewing Company, out in Mapleton. The party stretched over June 5 and 6, with food trucks, cash and music bingo, and live music on Saturday evening. Icewind ownership says now that they’ve…

AMVETS Ride
Community, Local News, North Dakota News

AMVETS Riders Travel to Lisbon for Third Annual Veterans’ Home Run

The ride is intended to raise money for the facility and to boost the veterans' spirits.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Fargo AMVETS continued one of their most important recent traditions this weekend, riding their motorcycles to the veterans’ home in Lisbon to raise money and awareness. This was the third annual Lisbon Veterans Home Run, with bikers from all over invited to participate. The riders left AMVETS just after 10:30 A.M. and arrived in Lisbon…

Another Ribfest In The Books
Community, Local News, North Dakota News

Ribfest Wraps Up Another Successful Installment

This year's Bison Tailgate had a bit of extra pizazz as the team prepares for their first season in the Mountain West Conference.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Saturday, June 6th at Happy Harry’s Ribfest was a hot day – but that didn’t stop attendees from lining up for the best barbecue around and a chance to meet players and staff from the NDSU football team. The annual Bison Tailgate had a bit of a different flavor this year, as the team is preparing…

14th Street N Fire
Community, Local News, North Dakota News

Overheated Device Sparks Structure Fire in Fargo

Three dogs were safely removed from the home as the fire was put out.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Fargo Fire Department says an overheated plugged-in device started a structure fire at 721 14th Street North on June 6. The fire broke out just after 2:30 P.M. and firefighters were quickly on scene. The exterior of the residence was on fire from the steps to the door and the door frame. Crews were able…

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