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National Weather Service Says Spring Flooding is Likely in the F-M Area

The National Weather Service is predicting a 50% chance the Red River could hit major flood stage in Fargo-Moorhead

FARGO, N.D. — Spring flooding throughout the Red River Valley is likely this year. The National Weather Service released their first flooding forecast of the year. “It doesn’t necessarily mean it’s going to be a major flood, it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s going to be above 30 feet,” said KVRR Meteorologist, Jason Cerjak. “Basically, it says there’s a 50 percent…

West Fargo Police Chief Considering Severance Agreement

The police chief of West Fargo says he still doesn't know exactly why the city wants him out.

FARGO (KFGO) – The police chief of West Fargo says he still doesn’t know exactly why the city wants him out. Mike Reitan is considering whether he’ll accept a three-month severance agreement. He’s on paid leave with the separation package or his firing the only apparent options. Reitain, on KFGO News & Views, says there’s more to it than people…

Seniors Learn All About Smartphones and Tablets

Look out millennials, grandma's learning how to use an iPad

The world of smartphones and computers is constantly changing. That’s why AARP and AT&T teamed up for the Technology Workshop for Seniors. It’s the first time they’ve ever done this, and classes filled up fast. “I learned how to take a video,” said participant Alice Prokop. “Our grandchildren all want us to be on the wonderful Snapchat,” said Alisa Anderson…

Fargo Fire Department’s Captain Retires After 30 Years

Captain Ellis Aakre says he's "really appreciated the years"

A Fargo Fire Captain retires after 30 years of serving the community. Firefighters and law enforcement members joined Ellis Aakre and his family to celebrate his time with the department. Aakre started working with the department on January 26th, 1987, saying it was the best decision he’s ever made. He says he has many projects to look forward to, such…

Hawks Hockey Hits the Road

North Dakota gets set to take on Colorado College in Colorado Springs.

Watch the video to see how the UND Hockey team feels about playing on the road, as seen on KVRR Sports. Categories: College, KVRR Sports Extra, Top Sports Headlines Tags: College hockey, Colorado College, Fighting Hawks, NCHC, UND

University of North Dakota Moving Conferences for Basketball, Football

The University of North Dakota is moving its basketball teams to the Summit League and its football team to the Missouri Valley Football Conference.

GRAND FORKS – The University of North Dakota is moving its basketball teams to the Summit League and its football team to the Missouri Valley Football Conference. The programs currently compete in the Big Sky Conference. UND President Mark Kennedy and Athletics Director Brian Faison say the move to the Summit League in 2018 and to the Missouri Valley Football…

Tech Tip Today: How To Call Back Sent Emails

Gmail Allows You To Unsend Emails

Accidentally hitting send on an email before you’re ready is something that’s happened to all of us. And so is wishing you could unsend it. But can you? Here’s Francie Black to explain in this week’s Tech Tip Today. Categories: Morning – Features Tags: email, GMAIL, tech tip today

Release of NDresponse.gov Strikes Up DAPL Conversation

The site created to inform citizens of state emergencies puts a heavy focus on the pipeline protests

North Dakota launched a new state website. NDResponse.gov is split between two main sections:  spring flooding and pipeline protests. The DAPL section is populated with daily police logs and press releases on the protest going as far back as last August. There’s also a section dedicated to debunking government perceived myths about the protest. “There’s a lot of social media…

Health Matters: Know the Signs of RSV

Most cases of RSV go away on their own, but it could lead to something serious if left untreated.

You may not know what respiratory syncytial virus is, but you’ve likely had it. If severe cases are left untreated, it could result to something serious. Most babies will get the respiratory illness that may look like a cold and most of the time, it goes away on its own. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be paying attention because…