Gabriel Ostler, Author at KVRR Local News

Shed Destroyed by Fire in Douglas County

The cause of the fire is still under investigation; foul play is not suspected.

December 13, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

EVANSVILLE, MN (KVRR) – A homeowner’s storage shed is a complete loss following an early-morning fire in Douglas County. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office says dispatch received report of the fire just after 1:00 A.M. on December 13. Randy Bitzan, living on County Road 16 NW, said his storage shed was ablaze. The Millerville Fire Department responded to the scene,…

Commissioner Turnberg Makes Claim About Needle Distribution Program in Fargo

The social media post included a graph and a picture of a discarded syringe.

December 11, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Controversy on social media as a city commissioner makes a bold claim about Fargo’s needle distribution program. Commissioner Michelle Turnberg posted on Facebook yesterday, from her official commissioner page, claiming that over the past two years the city has given away almost 1 million needles. She asked, quote, “Where is the money coming from, what is…

Paid Leave Set To Begin In Minnesota In 2026

Paid Leave for Minnesota Workers Begins January 1

Some were curious if seasonal employees like teachers would be able to get paid leave for time periods they already planned to not work.

December 11, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Starting January 1st, Minnesota will be the 13th state in the U.S. to have a paid family and medical leave program. Paid leave allows for Minnesota workers to take 12 weeks of family leave and 12 weeks of medical leave – capped at 20 weeks in a single year in total. It’s only partial wage replacement…

Moorhead City Council Introducing Resolution To Support Somalis

Moorhead City Council passes resolution supporting immigrant and refugee communities

The possible passage of the resolution comes on the heels of Mayor Shelly Carlson making a public proclamation in support of the immigrant community.

December 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Tensions over the mere presence of Somalians in the United States are still elevated following Trump’s lambasting of the group and subsequent measures by ICE to crack down on the population. A Cinnabon employee in Wisconsin was fired after directing a racist rant at a customer they believed to be Somali, while video from the Twin…

Plains Art Museum Kicks Off Holiday Concert Series

The performance was preceded by an announcement that the museum will officially be partnering with the Smithsonian.

December 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Plains Art Museum kicked off a weeklong series today showcasing something other than visual pieces. It’s their annual free holiday concert series, where for one week there’s a different musical act performing in the museum’s main lobby at noon every day. First up were saxophonists from Concordia College, who performed classical standards for a large…

Hope, Inc. Hosts First Ever Little Miss And Mr. Hope, Inc. Pageant

HOPE, Inc. Hosts First-Ever Children’s Pageant

The nonprofit's leadership wanted to give a stage to kids who perhaps don't get the opportunity to compete in more traditional pageants.

December 7, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Your average pageant doesn’t generally go out of its way to focus on those with mobility issues or those unfamiliar with the limelight. That’s why HOPE, Inc., in its never-ending quest to create activities to make everyone feel included, decided to organize its first-ever pageant specifically for those children. Kids who likely never envisioned performing for…

Santa Returns to Moorhead for a Skating Session

Santa said he surprisingly doesn't get too many requests for presence while the children are actually skating with him and Mrs. Claus.

December 7, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Santa also made an appearance this weekend over in Moorhead, hitting the ice for a beloved annual tradition. Participants could Skate with Santa from 2:15 to 4:15 on December 7 at the Moorhead Sports Center. The event was free, and also featured free hot chocolate and cookies for those warming up off the rink. Santa said…

Holiday Lights Parade Returns to Downtown Fargo

The parade began in Moorhead before concluding on Broadway in Fargo. It began at 6:30 P.M. on December 6.

December 7, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The 2025 Xcel Energy Holiday Lights Parade returned to downtown Fargo on Saturday night, spreading holiday cheer up and down Broadway. The parade followed its traditional route, starting at the intersection of 6th Street and Center Avenue in Moorhead, continuing down NP Avenue and then cutting onto Broadway in Fargo. Thousands of spectators turned out to…

Jingle & Mingle Signals Opening of West Fargo Public Ice Rink

There were also a myriad of indoor activities for those who didn't want to be outside at The Lights.

December 6, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Scheels skating rink in downtown Fargo has now officially opened for the season – and, on Saturday, West Fargo followed suit with their own outdoor skating experience. It was all part of the Jingle & Mingle event at The Lights. The full-size hockey rink in the middle of Essentia Health Plaza saw a steady…

Santa Sets Up “Snowfari” at the Red River Zoo

Not only could children meet with Saint Nick himself, but they could also create gifts for their favorite zoo animals.

December 6, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Santa has made another stop in the Fargo-Moorhead area – this time to make sure the animals get their presents as well. That’s part of what went on at Santa’s Snowfari, held at the Red River Zoo on December 6. Santa was there in person to hear wishes and take pictures. There was also sledding, hot…

Author: Gabriel Ostler

Shed Destroyed by Fire in Douglas County

The cause of the fire is still under investigation; foul play is not suspected.

Paid Leave for Minnesota Workers Begins January 1

Some were curious if seasonal employees like teachers would be able to get paid leave for time periods they already planned to not work.

Moorhead City Council passes resolution supporting immigrant and refugee communities

The possible passage of the resolution comes on the heels of Mayor Shelly Carlson making a public proclamation in support of the immigrant community.

Plains Art Museum Kicks Off Holiday Concert Series

The performance was preceded by an announcement that the museum will officially be partnering with the Smithsonian.

HOPE, Inc. Hosts First-Ever Children’s Pageant

The nonprofit's leadership wanted to give a stage to kids who perhaps don't get the opportunity to compete in more traditional pageants.

Santa Returns to Moorhead for a Skating Session

Santa said he surprisingly doesn't get too many requests for presence while the children are actually skating with him and Mrs. Claus.

Holiday Lights Parade Returns to Downtown Fargo

The parade began in Moorhead before concluding on Broadway in Fargo. It began at 6:30 P.M. on December 6.

Jingle & Mingle Signals Opening of West Fargo Public Ice Rink

There were also a myriad of indoor activities for those who didn't want to be outside at The Lights.

Santa Sets Up “Snowfari” at the Red River Zoo

Not only could children meet with Saint Nick himself, but they could also create gifts for their favorite zoo animals.

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