FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The party on University Drive kicked off in the old taproom – the entrance currently marked EMPLOYEES ONLY – where Fargo Brewing Company’s journey began back in 2010. Loyal customers turned up to celebrate the fun times, wishing they would have lasted just a bit longer. “It’s been a great place to come to, it’s always…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Montana and Montana State alums may not get along when it comes to football, but they can definitely agree that charities like Churches United and organizations such as the Great Plains Food Bank deserve support for the work they do in the community. Swing Barrel Brewing agreed, and therefore hosted the “Brawl of the Wild” event…
FARGO, N.D. – The Ramada by Wyndham Fargo clinked with activity as coin buyers, sellers, and general enthusiasts poured in to discuss a variety of wares. Items for sale included, of course, coins – but also other forms of currency, stamps, and commemorative tokens. Numismatists say their hobby is underrated, and that coins can have an artistic or historical value…
A headline from the infamous game in question.In 1950, the Minneapolis Lakers were the class of the freshly formed NBA, and nobody was more aware than Murray Mendenhall. His Fort Wayne Pistons had been on the losing end of beatdowns from the likes of George Mikan and Vern Mikkelsen far too often. So when they trundled into the Minneapolis Auditorium…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — The tables lining the Centrum inside the Knutson Campus Center at Concordia College almost sagged with the weight of global fare as students and faculty alike streamed in to get a taste of the world. The International Potluck Food Festival took place from 6 to 8 p.m. on November 21st. Alongside the food and camaraderie was…
FARGO, N.D. – It’s been so long since people in the Fargo-Moorhead area have seen snow, one could almost forgive them for being caught off guard on their morning commutes. The Fargo Public Works department, however, was primed and ready. “We’re coping well,” said Fargo Public Works Service Manager Corey Houim. “Crews hit the streets last night after midnight, we’ve…
FARGO, N.D. – Moorhead native and soon-to-be United States Hockey Hall of Famer Matt Cullen is lending his image and sway in the community to two special beverages produced by Drekker Brewing Company. One is an IPA, and the other – Matt’s personal favorite – is the “Hall of Fame Helles.” Both have special can art that prominently features Cullen’s…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Board games and other activities of that nature are fairly common fixtures at breweries these days. What you’re not often going to find, though, are hammering or plumbing contests. But when the creative minds behind Junkyard West Fargo and Rebuilding Together partnered up – that’s exactly what came to fruition. “I think that the plumbing…
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Governor Doug Burgum is aware that housing is becoming an issue within the state of North Dakota. At a news conference in Bismarck on November 12th, he unveiled a set of recommendations, gathered into 6 separate categories, that he believes will tackle the issue head-on. These recommendations were compiled by the North Dakota Housing Initiative Advisory…
MAPLETON, N.D. (KVRR) — McCoy Ferguson’s noble attempt to change the rules in his hometown to allow people to own chickens for personal use fell short at Mapleton’s November city council meeting. The council commended Ferguson on his presentation and took the matter seriously, debating its relative merits for a good 10-15 minutes. In the end, though, they determined that…
