GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — The University of North Dakota celebrated with faculty and alumni in the groundbreaking ceremony of a new facility, the STEM Complex. “It marks that shared commitment, a shared commitment. To the future of UND, the future of North Dakota, and to the future of STEM education. It’s truly a powerful reminder of what we can…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A Moorhead High School student was taken into custody after a school resource officer discovered a gun in their possession. Staff members at Moorhead Career Academy reported seeing the student drop the gun during a class transition period. The 17-year-old was swiftly taken into the office and eventually taken to West Central Regional Juvenile Center. An…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — At approximately 7:25 Wednesday night, Fargo Police had responded to a call from a man who reported being shot here in the 1400 block of 1st Avenue South. 10 Two suspects fled from the scene in a small dark colored car. When first responders arrived on scene, the victim was transported to a local hospital to…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Volunteers from many local businesses, along with high schoolers, dug deep into the ground to plant hundreds of trees and shrubs along the Red River. Reforest the Red is an annual event to encourage the growth of native plants and provide habitat for river wildlife. Development and cultural practices have prevented the natural regeneration of trees…
VALLEY CITY, N.D. (KVRR) — After an uproar on social media from local residents concerning a post made by Valley City High School teacher, Tyler Thompson, the school board remains silent. “No recognition and no requests.” “I did not receive any requests also, so we’ll move forward with our agenda. Is there any changes?” “No changes in agenda.” There were…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo and Moorhead leaders are seeking public input on proposed plans for replacing the 12th Avenue North Fargo and 15th Avenue North Moorhead bridge. A federal grant was received to study the environmental impacts of the bridge in 2022. The proposal for the project intends to improve the road and bridge to avoid future flooding closures….
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Nearly five years after opening, a motion to move the Downtown Engagement Center has been approved. The move comes after concerns from several commissioners and business owners in the downtown area. “It is an insult to blanket statement that this is a homeless problem. The problem is drug use and mental illness,” said Michelle Turnberg, Fargo…
VALLEY CITY, N.D. (KVRR) — A social media post made by a Valley City High School teacher about the death of Charlie Kirk has received some backlash, and now the school is investigating. Tyler Thompson, a social studies teacher at Valley City High School, posted on Instagram about Kirk. Thompson called Kirk “racist,” “transphobic,” “sexist,” and more. He also wrote…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Craft beer lovers and seekers of the strange alike are invited out to stop by Drekker Brewing Company’s eleventh annual DrekkerFest. This year’s Drekkerfest unleashes the freaks for a carnival-themed weekend. With tattoos from Amarok Tattoos, carnival games, wrestling, and a live concert featuring Motion City Soundtrack. During festivities, people can also indulge in the new…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Over the last several years, politics has become a touchy subject for many to talk about with friends, family, or peers. And for local commentators, touching on the subject is also hard, especially following the recent assassinations of DFL Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and conservative activist Charlie Kirk. “It’s just sad what’s happening to this…
