Author: Gabriel Ostler

Celebration of Chinese Culture Comes to Fargo Public Library

The event was the fourth in the running series "Know My Culture."

FARGO, N.D. – Traditional forms of Chinese dance were just some of the ways people got a taste of Chinese culture at the Fargo Public Library this weekend. The event was part of the “Know My Culture” series. This particular iteration came from the North Dakota Asian-American Arts and Cultural Initiative. It also featured a presentation on Chinese history, and…

Churches United Provides Update on Financial Future

Months after facing a possible complete shutdown, the nonprofit has cleared all its debts.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – At the First Presbyterian Church in Downtown Fargo, the event Uniting Churches for Churches United was held, with darn near unbelievably rosy updates on the future of the organization. “The individual giving is nothing short of divine,” said the CEO of Churches United, Pastor Devlyn Brooks. Pastor Brooks took over as CEO for Churches United at…

Timebomb Pro Returns to Brewhalla

The first show was outdoors - this one will take place inside the Magic Factory on the first floor.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – If you’re thirsty for some pro wrestling action tonight – and some craft beer – Brewhalla is the place you want to be. Timebomb Pro Wrestling is bringing their hard-hitting action to Brewhalla for the second time ever with their show, “Here to Stay.” Last time the wrestling was held outside near the Drekker end of…

Former Moorhead Spud Goalies Find Their Ways to Law Enforcement

Beth, Lydia, and Betsy vary slightly in age, but all have found fulfilling careers as police officers.

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – “I don’t know what it is about hockey, especially Moorhead hockey,” says Moorhead police officer Beth Jutting. “It’s just – you feel this huge sense of community, not just between your team, but everyone supporting you, all the parents and everyone else.” She has fond memories of her time on the ice as a Moorhead Spud….

Hope Inc. Hosts Sled Hockey Jamboree

The Hope Hurricanes are preparing to defend their National Championship that they won back in 2024.

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) —  The action started at the Moorhead Youth Hockey facility on the evening of Friday, March 7 and didn’t let up until the afternoon of Sunday, March 9. Hope Inc, an organization dedicated to putting on engaging events for those with mobility issues, hosted this Sled Hockey Jamboree, and teams turned up from all over the place….

International Women’s Day Celebration

This is the fifth year Kondial Kel International has hosted an event commemorating the day.

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR)  – Saturday was International Women’s Day, and the strong ladies of the area hosted an event that’s been growing in popularity every year. Kondial Kel International put on their annual celebration for the day, this year at Armory Events Center in Moorhead. There wre booths helmed by organizations like League of Women Voters and Planned Parenthood. There…

15th Annual Unglued Craft Festival Comes to West Acres

Around 80 separate vendors set up shop, showing off their crafty talents.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It was time to get crafty this weekend at West Acres Mall. The 15th annual Unglued craft festival set up shop all through the main concourse. More than 80 artisans and vendors plied their wares, selling everything from organic candles to handmade cutting boards. Event organizers say they’re always pleasantly surprised by the turnout and feel…

New Beekeeper Training Held at Red River Valley Fairgrounds

Instructors told prospective keepers everything they'd need to know, from proper care to clearing up myths surrounding honeybees.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – People looking to get into a sweet and buzzy hobby turned up for beekeeping training at Red River Valley Fairgrounds. It was the third in a series hosted by Red River Valley Beekeepers. It was free to attend, but registration was required in advance. Speakers discussed everything from personal safety to proper hive maintenance. Event…

Rise in Gas Prices Normal for Now, but Issues Could Deepen

Experts say that the current bump in cost is normal for this time of year, but it is possible that economic policies could make it more difficult for the U.S. to acquire gas.

FARGO, N.D. – People seeing a jump in gas prices shouldn’t be terribly concerned – at least, not yet. The average gas price in North Dakota has risen to over $3 a gallon – when it was just under that threshold last month. Experts from AAA say that this is normal for the beginning of March. As weather warms, demand…

What Trump Eliminating the Department of Education Could Mean for North Dakota

Advocates for public education warn that a loss of federal funding could lead to repercussions such as increased property tax.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)  – The Trump Administration – and its new Secretary of Education, Linda McMahon – have made it clear they know they cannot unilaterally shutter the DOE. “It is set up by the United States Congress and we work with Congress,” said McMahon during a confirmation hearing. “It clearly cannot be shut down without it.” But that doesn’t…