Author: Gabriel Ostler

Sudden Storm Brings Snow to Roads, but no Big Spike in Crashes

Authorities are hoping we can ride out the rest of the snowfall with minimal damage to cars and passengers.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The NDHP says they have not yet seen any particular uptick in calls for service since this sudden storm blew into town, but that they need the public’s health in staying vigilant so that doesn’t change. “Every road might be a bit little different, even on the same stretch of road – you never know what…

Free Seed Library Returns to Fargo Public Library Branches

The event runs through the month of April - or for as long as supplies last.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – If you’re looking for a free and easy way to begin gardening at home, the Fargo Public Library has you covered. April 2 marked the beginning of the seventh annual free seed library. You don’t even need to be a member of the library to participate. Anyone can drop by and pick up five seed packets…

65th Annual Toppers Car Show Stuns with Wide Array

The assortment of cars filled two massive rooms of the arena.

One of the many beauties on display on the Veterans Memorial Arena floor.WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – “We’ve got some really fabulous cars this year, I gotta tell ya,” said Toppers Custom Car Club President Rich Barnes. 92 to be exact, and they were everywhere you looked inside the Veterans Memorial Arena in West Fargo. This is the 65th annual…

Western Pop-Up at Dakota Ranch

Staff says they often see a surge in the popularity of western wear when the rodeo comes to town.

Some of the Western wear available at the pop-up.FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Shoppers at the Dakota Ranch thrift store location on University got a little extra surprise when they walked in this weekend. The team set up a special pop-up shop with a Western theme. This showcased higher-end vintage products that were normally only available on Dakota Ranch’s website. Organizers…

Fargo Card Show Draws Collectors of All Types

The event featured a preponderance of sports cards, but still had enough variety to keep everyone interested.

Collectors mill about and check out the myriad of cards for sale.FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Sports card enthusiasts of all ages flocked to a show at the Holiday Inn this Sunday. The Fargo Card Show kicked off at 10 A.M. with vendors filling the Harvest Hall. Collectibles of all types were available for sale or trade, from Pokemon cards to…

THC Tasting at 99 Bottles

The samples came in both liquid and gummy forms.

Customers line up to select their samples.MOORHEAD, MN – Customers at the 99 Bottles liquor store in Moorhead got to experience a different kind of buzz this weekend. The store hosted the first in a series of three tasting events designed to showcase THC products. Both gummies and beverages from the North Canna Co. were available for sampling. People showed…

Car Crashes into Circle K; Driver Flees Scene

Despite the damage done to the store, the car was apparently in serviceable enough condition for the driver to escape before police arrived.

A view of the aftermath of the crash.FARGO, N.D. – The entrance to a Circle K convenience store suffered severe damage after a person drove into it and then fled. The Fargo Police Department say the vehicle crashed into Circle K on Brandt Drive South at around 2 in the morning on Saturday. The driver left in the vehicle prior…

Push for Elimination of All Car Window Tint Regulations in North Dakota

Jeremy Schaeffer was inspired to create a petition after he was repeatedly penalized for his tint.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Some folks never even consider the level of tint on their car windows – but for one North Dakota resident, it’s a very personal issue. Jeremy Schaeffer is extremely sensitive to light and also has astigmatism. It can cause severe vision issues when he drives. So he tinted up his Toyota Camry – and the tickets…

Holmberg sentenced to 10 years in prison, legislative leaders react

FARGO (KVRR) – Former state Senator Ray Holmberg, who pleaded guilty to traveling overseas with intent to engage in commercial sexual activity, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. U.S. District Court Judge Daniel Hovland sentenced Holmberg following a lengthy sentencing hearing in a packed courtroom that included testimony from prosecution and defense witnesses. Acting U.S. Attorney Jennifer Puhl…

Bounce in the Valley Returns to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds

The three-day celebration of all things inflatable drew record crowds.

A child contemplates some of the inflatable options at Bounce in the Valley.WEST FARGO, N.D. – Kids of all ages could be seen flying through the air this weekend at Butler Machinery Arena in West Fargo. That’s because they were soaring off inflatables at the annual Bounce in the Valley event. The arena was packed with all sorts of games…