Author: Gabriel Ostler

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…

Generations Bid Farewell To Horace Mann
Education, Local News, North Dakota News

Generations Bid Farewell to Horace Mann Elementary on Last Day of School

Emotions ran particularly high for the Faulkner family. Librarian Lydia attended the school and also sent her children through Horace Mann - one of whom now teaches at Roosevelt Elementary.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – At 2:47 P.M. on June 4th, 2026, students began beelining for the doors of Horace Mann Elementary, maybe knowing on some level they’d never walk these halls again, but likely more focused on the freedom of summer. For librarian Lydia Faulkner, though, saying goodbye isn’t so simple. “Growing up, I always wanted to work at Horace…

Romkey Park Pool
Community, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead

Moorhead Municipal Pool at Romkey Park Opens to the Public

The project, in the works since 2023, replaces a pool that had stood in that spot for 66 years.
Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Last summer, folks in Fargo got to see the debut of the revamped Island Park Pool. Now the City of Moorhead has its own brand-new municipal pool to call its own. The remodeled aquatics center at Romkey Park was opened to the public for the first time today at half past noon. Construction began in 2023…

State Officials Push Back On A.i. Data Center 'misinformation'
Local News, North Dakota News

State Officials Push Back on A.I. Data Center ‘Misinformation’

Members of state departments, like the Department of Water Resources, say concerns about the environmental impacts of data centers are overblown.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – AI data centers have become a hot-button issue in North Dakota over the past few years, with citizens in many of the cities in which they’ve been placed – like Harwood – expressing their extreme displeasure with the construction. Sometimes they’re upset they feel they haven’t been considered in the matter, and still others believe the…

Sun Protection
Health, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead, North Dakota News

Physicians Warn of Skin Cancer Risks as Summer Months Approach

Medical experts say the amount of sun exposure necessary to cause significant chances of skin cancer is a lot lower than most people think.
Gabriel Ostler,

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (KVRR) – You’ve probably noticed that the warmer temperatures have largely returned with the region, along with the sunshine. Before you start soaking up those rays, though – physicians want you to take the proper precautions. Exposure to UV rays means a greater chance of skin cancer, and many underestimate the amount of exposure it takes to cause…

Asian Night Market
Community, Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

Fifth Annual Asian Night Market Packs Fargo Air Museum

The event had its hours expanded this year to reflect its growing popularity.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Asian-American community in Fargo-Moorhead, along with those that appreciate the collective Asian culture, gathered Saturday evening at the Fargo Air Museum for a massive event. The fifth annual Asian Night Market took place from 4 to 9 P.M. on May 30. Vendors packed the interior of the museum, while food trucks lined the outside, and…

Safety Safari
Community, Local News, North Dakota News

Safety Safari Brings Big Crowds to Red River Zoo

The annual event is a community favorite for families and members of law enforcement alike.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Many folks took advantage of the nice weather midday Saturday by attending one of the Red River Zoo’s most popular annual events. The Safety Safari returned to the Zoo from 2 to 6 P.M. on May 30. Law enforcement departments, first responders, and other safety-focused personnel were in attendance, having friendly, face-to-face interactions with kids and…

Phoebe Bridgers show
Community, Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

Surprise Phoebe Bridgers Show Creates Huge Queue in Downtown Fargo

Bridgers' current tour consists entirely of pop-up, previously unannounced shows, and speculation had been growing she could stop in Fargo after playing a show Saturday night in Eau Claire.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – One of indie music’s biggest stars drew a huge line downtown for tickets to a surprise same-day pop-up concert. Staff at the Aquarium in Fargo began posting signs at 9 A.M. on May 31 advertising a Phoebe Bridgers show that evening. The line for tickets quickly stretched around the block – and although sales didn’t begin…

"end Of An Era" School Carnival Bids Farewell To Horace Mann Building
Community, Education, Local News, North Dakota News

“End of an Era” School Carnival Sends Horace Mann off in Style

The event was intended to make the families of students more comfortable with each other and serve as part of a goodbye to the beloved structure.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Before the book finally closes on a long chapter in Fargo educational history on June 4th, Horace Mann faculty and the Madison PTA teamed up to host the “End of an Era” school carnival on the afternoon of May 30th. “We’re so excited, there’s families from all three schools, it’s been busy all day, there’s 410…

Roads Buckling In Extreme Heat
Construction & Traffic Updates, Local News, North Dakota News

Concrete Roads Buckling in Extreme Heat

Fargo Public Works says this is a common issue when temperatures reach past the 90-degree mark.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – While it might not be technically hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk, right now it is warm to the point of causing legitimate damage to local roads. “That concrete roadway absorbs all of that heat, and we start seeing the surface temps run at 116 degrees and warmer,” explained Corey Houim, services manager…

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