TUCSON, Ariz. (KVRR) — There is a familiar name and face involved in investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie in Tucson, Arizona, the mother of NBC Today co-anchor Savanna Guthrie. Heith Janke is the FBI Special Agent In Charge of the investigation out of the Phoenix office. Janke is the former police chief in West Fargo. He applied for the…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A former business manager for Faith Journey Lutheran Church in West Fargo is accused in federal court of embezzling over $600,000. Carly Tufte has been indicted on five counts of bank fraud and one count of access device fraud. Court documents show the alleged thefts happened between April 2019 and December 2024. Tufte is accused of…
The Ground Round/Grand ForksGRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — A restaurant chain that once had more than 200 locations will soon be down to just three with the closure of The Ground Round in Grand Forks. In a social media post, operators say the restaurant will be closing its doors in late spring or early summer this year after 40 years….
ST. PAUL (KVRR) — In the wake of protests over I.C.E. actions in the Twin Cities and across Minnesota, the state’s Sheriff’s Association has issued a statement encouraging unity, collaboration and shared responsibility. They say the association has been engaged in numerous discussions and meetings with local, state, and federal leaders to identify constructive and sustainable paths forward. They say…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Jo Koy will bring his “Just Being Koy Tour” to Fargo Theatre on Sunday, April 19. He consistently ranks among the top 10 highest-grossing stand-up comedians according to Pollstar and Billboard. Reserved seating starts at $67 plus fees. A special online presale runs from 9 a.m. Wednesday through 10 p.m. Thursday. Regular ticket sales begin at…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Attempted murder and other state charges are dropped against 24-year-old Braden Poitra of Moorhead as federal charges are filed. Poitra is charged in U.S. District Court in Fargo with being a felon in possession of a firearm, possession of drugs and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. State charges were dismissed…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Travis Tritt will bring his 35 years of country music hits to The Lights in West Fargo this summer. Tritt will take the stage on Friday, July 17. He is known for songs like “Here’s A Quarter”, “Country Club” and “It’s A Great Day To Be Alive”. VIP and general admission tickets are standing room…
OTTER TAIL CO., Minn. (KVRR) — The man who died in a fire west of Wadena, Minnesota on Thursday night has been identified as 73-year-old David Hanes. Several deputies and fire departments were called to his home for a structure fire and found Hanes unresponsive inside. He was taken to Astera Hospital in Wadena where he died. A dog also…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR) — Proposed changes to the Veterans Health Administration could affect veterans in North Dakota and the rest of the nation. The VA recently announced a plan to reorganize the VHA over the next 18 to 24 months with a goal of reducing bureaucracy and delivering better outcomes for veterans. Sen. Kevin Cramer is already commending VA Secretary…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Democrat Rep. Gretchen Dobervich of Fargo says it’s time to step away from elected office. She has represented District 11 since 2016 and will not seek re-election in November. Dobervich has focused her legislative work on health and human services to strengthen public health and support families. “It has been an honor to serve the people…
