Author: TJ Nelson

Sheyenne Intersection To Close, Fargo-Moorhead Bridge Reopens

The cleanup of parks and trails along the river will continue as water levels drop

The intersection of 40th Avenue West and Sheyenne Street in West Fargo is closing to all traffic at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Since work started in the area the contractor has identified a number of inefficiencies that do not allow keeping the intersection open. It is expected to be closed until June 15. The intersection will remain open for pedestrians and…

Special Assesssment Survey: West Fargoans Not in Favor of Paying More

WEST FARGO, N.D. – People in West Fargo do not want to pay more in property taxes to cover infrastructure projects. That is one of the findings from the city’s Special Assessment Community Forums. The results were shared during a special meeting of the West Fargo City Commission. Of the nearly 400 survey responses, around half agreed that they would be…

Dr Pepper Is About To Go “Dark”

"Dark Berry": brand's first new flavor to launch nationally in the past five years

Dr Pepper is giving its signature beverage a dark, fruity twist and calling it “Dark Berry.” It’s the brand’s first new flavor to launch nationally in the past five years. The soda brings out Dr Pepper’s “dark side” with hints of blackberry, black currant, and black cherry. Starting Wednesday, you can find the new flavor at grocery stores nationwide. The…

National Weather Service Issues Final Situation Report For 2019 Flood Fight

all river levels will continue to decline at all locations along the Red River and its tributaries

GRAND FORKS, ND — The National Weather Service has issued its final situation report for this year’s flood fight. They say all river levels will continue to decline at all locations along the Red River and its tributaries. Several roads near and north of Oslo continue to be impacted due to flooding. Although levels are slowly falling at Oslo, Drayton, and…

Governor Doug Burgum Praises Work Of 66th Legislative Assembly

The North Dakota Legislature Adjourned The Session Friday Night On Day 76

BISMARCK, ND — Governor Doug Burgum says North Dakota is making strategic investments in its future, funding priorities and delivering citizens a conservative balanced budget without raising taxes. His comments come after the 66th Legislative Assembly adjourned its regular session Friday night. The legislature used 76 of their 80 allowed days. The budget includes about $4.8 billion in state general fund…

Changes Coming For A Number Of Road Projects In FM Metro

Sheyenne Street Project, 52nd Avenue South Project and 19th Avenue North Project

There is another traffic change in the Sheyenne Street project in West Fargo. Starting Sunday, east and westbound 32nd Avenue West traffic has been shifted to the northside of the intersection. One driving lane is open in each direction. Crews will begin the remaining underground and installation of permanent traffic signals. Detours are in place. This is the second year…

West Fargo To Unveil Final Results & Recommendations From Special Assessment Forums

A special meeting of the West Fargo City Commission will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday

WEST FARGO, ND — West Fargo got people’s opinions on special assessments, now those opinions and recommendations are going to be made public. A special meeting of the West Fargo City Commission will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday. City staff will present the final results and recommendations of the Special Assessment Community Forums. The meeting is open to the public…

KVRR Anchor And Co-Worker Duke It Out In 4th Annual KVRR Hotdish Competition

TJ Nelson won the tiebreaker drawing for the first place prizes

Paula Reller & TJ NelsonFARGO, ND — The results are in! KVRR anchor TJ Nelson and Paula Reller, who is in accounts receivable, tied for 1st place in the 4th Annual KVRR Hotdish competition. TJ won the tiebreaker drawing for the first place prizes of a medal, chef’s hat, spoon, oven mitt and gift card to Dairy Queen. His winning entry…

Highway Patrol Identifies Victim of One-Vehicle Rollover Wednesday On I-94

Elizabeth Monger of Strasburg lost control of her minivan on I-94 north of Tappen

KIDDER CO., ND — The victim of a one-vehicle rollover crash has been identified. The highway patrol says 38-year-old Elizabeth Monger of Strasburg lost control of her minivan on I-94 north of Tappen around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday. She was thrown from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene. Monger was not wearing a seatbelt. The crash remains under investigation. Categories:…

Center Avenue Watermain Replacement Project Begins Monday, Bridge Work In May

Both projects are expected to last until mid-July

MOORHEAD, MN — The Center Avenue Watermain Replacement Project is expected to being on Monday. Moorhead Public Service will replace the 1950’s era cast iron watermain with a new PVC watermain. The work will be on Center Avenue between 4th and 8th Streets. East-west traffic will remain open during the majority of the project. Center Avenue bridge repairs are also planned…