FARGO (KVRR) – According to the newly-published North Dakota Military Data Book, 101 veterans sought services from the Veterans’ Justice Outreach program in 2023—the latest figures available. 74 percent of those veterans reported mental health issues and 59 percent had problems with substance abuse. PTSD and depression made up the vast majority of the cases. 41 percent of the veterans…
(KVRR) — With these piles of snow to come, experts say you should ask for help shoveling to avoid the risk of a heart attack. The wet, heavy snow can be hard on your heart while shoveling. It is especially harder for people who aren’t used to regular exercise. A cardiovascular surgeon at Essentia Health points out that if you…
(KVRR) — Winter has once again brought itself into the spotlight and experts are saying to be prepared. “As we get into overnight, temperatures are going to start falling below freezing. So we’ll start to see more rapid accumulations. Especially when we start to see that one to two-inch snowfall rates tomorrow morning into the early afternoon,” said Austin Perroux,…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) –Unfortunately, it is no April Fools joke, this week we are under a winter storm watch with an expected six inches of snow. “We’re anticipating some rain and weather coming in tomorrow. The National Weather Service has the winter storm watch until 9 am Thursday morning I believe. And we’re anticipating the moisture coming down as rain…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The most awaited opening day for the first Von Maur location in North Dakota is a week away. From chandeliers to bright lights and a wide selection of goods, Von Maur brings a new experience to West Acres. The retail brand has operated for over 150 years with 39 store locations throughout the Midwest. Providing quality…
NOME, N.D. (KVRR) — The art of crafting has been a huge part of Jed Anderson’s life. Bringing to life knives and swords for hunting, cooking, fishing, and for fun. “It is incredibly therapeutic being able to do this kind of stuff. Not just you know, I have a bad day come into the shop grab a big hammer and…
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Governor Kelly Armstrong and Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden highlighted a bill focused on banning cell phone usage in North Dakota schools. The concerns brought to attention were focused on students’ mental health and lack of attention to their peers and teachers. 72% of K-12 teachers have admitted that cell phone usage has caused great distractions for…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) — The uncertainty of the future of the economy has many concerned on the impacts of what might be next for many businesses and people in the country. “The biggest concern is uncertainty about tariffs. We obviously export a lot to countries all around the world that would be affected if there are tariffs and other…
(KVRR) — National Weather Service in Grand Forks presented its spring and summer outlook with concerns about drought conditions persisting through the next several months. The concerns come up after the cold winter months failed to produce much moisture in the form of snow. With the temperatures also being above normal in previous years, drought has increased throughout the state….
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Since May of 2005, the Fargo Marathon has brought together various DJs and bands to different locations along its 26.2-mile path. This year, Dude Walker says he’s decided not to participate. “This year when we got our initial email saying that they weren’t going to change the payment does that mean I have to go back…
