Author: Gabriel Ostler

Juneteenth
Community, Education, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead

Moorhead Juneteenth Celebration at Concordia

Event organizers say the day was all about celebrating Black culture and bringing the community closer together.
Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Today is Juneteenth, and a big crowd turned up at Concordia College to mark the holiday. The fourth annual Moorhead Juneteenth celebration took place on the bell tower lawn near Knutson Campus Center. It was a full day of programming, with a proclamation from Mayor Shelly Carlson, live music and stand-up comedy, and food and services…

Moorhead Drive-by
Crime, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead

Moorhead Police Investigating Drive-By Shooting

The department says that the shooting appeared to be targeted and the suspect has yet to be apprehended.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) – Moorhead Police and the Clay County Sheriff’s Department were seen on the afternoon of June 19th at the scene of a reported shooting. The call, to the 1100 block of 12th Street South, came in shortly before noon. Officers arrived and located a 17-year-old victim, suffering from a serious gunshot wound. The juvenile was immediately transported…

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Local News, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

Sen. Mathern Speaks on Heightened Security for Legislators

Mathern opposes the idea that lawmakers need to make themselves less accessible to the public.
Gabriel Ostler,

North Dakota State Capitol / BismarckFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – North Dakota State Senator Tim Mathern has served in Bismarck since 1986. He says that up until recently, one thing that set this state apart was the level of access it provided citizens to have with their elected representatives. “Most of us list our cell phones, our telephone numbers, our addresses,”…

Police Community Picnic
Community, Local News, North Dakota News

Annual Fargo Police Department Community Picnic Fills Downtown

The event is touted as a chance for community members to meet officers in person and form a deeper connection with the department.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – Folks filled Broadway Square this evening for the Fargo Police Department’s annual community picnic. The festivities stretched into surrounding streets, which contained inflatables and interactive exhibits for the kids. There was live music, many local vendors, and an atmosphere of fun in the air. Captain Matthew Christensen said he looks forward to this event every year. “The…

Kings
Community, Local News, Minnesota News, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

‘No Kings’ Protest Goes on in Fargo Despite Minnesota Attacks

State Senator Tim Mathern attended, saying it was important to stay strong and not give in to fear.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The area in front of Fargo City hall stretching towards the convention center and library began to fill at around noon on June 14, and only grew as the day wore on. Organizers estimate over 3,000 people showed up to voice their discontent with Donald Trump’s birthday celebration and his administration’s policies. Plenty planned to gather…

Junkyard West Fargo / Sandy's Donuts
Business, Local News, Minnesota News, North Dakota News

Celebrating Father’s Day in the F-M Area

There were plenty of great deals for Dad if you knew where to look.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- It is Father’s Day, and many businesses in the region offering special promotions to help families celebrate the dads in their lives. Junkyard Brewing Company in West Fargo teamed up with Sandy’s Donuts for a giveaway. Each dad that stopped in for a drink also received a free donut. They said it was a natural partnership, with…

West Fargo Street Fair
Business, Local News, North Dakota News

West Fargo Street Fair Attracts Most Vendors to Date

It seemed like the clouds parted specifically so that attendees could have the best day possible.
Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. – A prediction of cloudy skies seemingly didn’t dissuade anyone from showing up to the West Fargo Street Fair on Saturday. The event saw record numbers – for both shopper turnout and number of vendors. West Fargo Park District said they had over 90 booths register this year. There were a wide range of crafts for sale,…

Landar Moore
Crime, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead, North Dakota News

Moorhead Man Arrested After SWAT Standoff

Authorities say 44-year-old Landar Moore was trying to avoid being arrested for a parole violation.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – A Moorhead man is in custody after the Fargo Police Department says he attempted to evade arrest for an active warrant. The FPD says at 6:02 P.M. on Saturday, June 14, they responded to a report of a wanted person in 100 block of 12th St. S. 44-year-old Landar Moore of Moorhead had an active warrant out…

Bonanzaville
Community, Education, Local News, North Dakota News

Bonanzaville Offers Free Admission

The museum says this is the third year they've offered such a promotion, and attendance has been strong each time.
Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. – Bonanzaville in West Fargo saw a larger turnout than normal on June 14 thanks to a lowered admission price – free! It was the third annual free admission day hosted by the old-time village and museum, made possible by sponsorships from 702 Communications and Sandy’s Donuts. Doors opened at 10 and stayed that way until 5…

Batting
Community, Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

Kids Take Batting Practice with the RedHawks

100 local children got the chance to take some swings with the players at Newman Outdoor Field, free of charge.
Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – RedHawks players weren’t the only ones taking batting practice at Newman Outdoor field before Fargo-Moorhead took on the Lake Country DockHounds. It was a little earlier in the day, but kids ages 8 to 13 got to take BP with the RedHakws as part of a celebration of Play Ball weekend. The event was free, though…

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