TJ Nelson, Author at KVRR Local News

Former NDSU president dies in Dickinson at 88

August 5, 2025

TJ Nelson,

DICKINSON, N.D. (KVRR) — Former North Dakota State University President Jim Ozbun has died in Dickinson at 88. He was named president of NDSU in 1988 and retired in 1995. He had a long career in higher education at Cornell University, University of Minnesota, Kansas State University and Washington State University before he came to NDSU. Ozbun purchased a small…

Mayor apologizes for delayed press conference on fatal shootings in Fargo, commissioner calls for changes

Mayor Mahoney: "I think the public deserves us to come in front of you and tell you what we're doing."

August 4, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Monday night’s Fargo City Commission meeting ended with criticism of how Police Chief Dave Zibolski handled providing information to the public and the media after a weekend of deadly shootings. “I apologize because when I got up in the morning on Sunday I said we should have a press conference sometime today, um, police chief wanted…

Bison football player arrested for theft in Minneapolis, dismissed from team

August 4, 2025

TJ Nelson,

MINNEAPOLIS (KVRR) — A now former Bison football player was arrested in Hennepin County last week for theft. Jail records show William Frattalone was booked into Hennepin County Jail in Minneapolis on Friday morning. No other details about his arrest have been made public and he is not yet listed on the court calendar. NDSU Head Football Coach Tim Polasek…

Ready for a new crepe place in downtown Fargo? Oui, oui!

August 4, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Roberts Alley in downtown Fargo is getting a fun new food spot: Fergie’s & Frenchie’s Creperie. It’ll occupy the former space of Yum Tea and Scoop & Dough. They’ll serve up handcrafted crepes and dirty sodas. How about a Nutella-strawberry indulgence or savory smoked salmon crepe with sour cream along with a tropical, sweet, or bold…

Flower tribute held for 9-year-old Moorhead boy killed while riding his bike

August 3, 2025

TJ Nelson,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — There has been an outpouring of support for the family who lost a young boy who was hit and killed while riding his bike in south Moorhead on Thursday morning. A flower tribute was held this afternoon for 9-year-old Adam Amin at the intersection where the crash happened at 14th Street and 40th Avenue South. Amin…

Two fun outdoor movie nights planned for Fargo: Mamma Mia! and Wicked

July 31, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — An outdoor screening of the musical favorite Mamma Mia! is coming to Broadway Square. It’ll be screened Sunday night starting at 6 p.m. and is free to attend. You’re encouraged to bring friends, lawn chairs, and blankets. The event is part of a weeklong series of Pride celebrations across the metro. Fans of Wicked will want…

UPDATE: City-owned Mack truck hits & kills 9-year-old on bike in south Moorhead

July 31, 2025

TJ Nelson, Jim Monk,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR 5PM Update) A nine-year-old Moorhead boy is dead after he was hit in the crosswalk on his bicycle by a Moorhead Public Works vehicle. Minnesota State Patrol says 64-year-old Victor Port of West Fargo was driving the Mack truck on 14th Street South when he hit the boy at the intersection with 40th Avenue. The crash happened…

House destroyed in overnight fire near Dent, Minnesota

July 31, 2025

TJ Nelson,

OTTER TAIL CO., Minn. (KVRR) – A house is a total loss after an overnight fire in Dunn Township, northwest of Dent, Minnesota. Otter Tail County 911 got the call just after 4 a.m. Deputies responded along with fire departments from Vergas, Perham and Dent. They arrived to find the house engulfed in flames. The State Fire Marshal’s Office is…

Boiler Room to pause operations in downtown Fargo, focus on Marge’s Bar and bar catering

July 30, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Another update from Boiler Room in downtown Fargo that transitioned to operating as just a bar back in March from a bar and restaurant. In a social media post, they announced that Boiler Room operations will be paused for the time being. They say Thursday, July 31 will be the last day that the Boiler Room…

Third-party to examine security at Minnesota State Capitol in wake of shootings and break-in

July 29, 2025

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL (KVRR) — Minnesota State Patrol is bringing in an expert to assess security at the State Capitol in the wake of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses last month and a break-in over the weekend. A man was found naked inside the Capitol Building on Friday night, and was found back on the grounds Saturday…

Author: TJ Nelson

Former NDSU president dies in Dickinson at 88

Mayor apologizes for delayed press conference on fatal shootings in Fargo, commissioner calls for changes

Mayor Mahoney: "I think the public deserves us to come in front of you and tell you what we're doing."

Bison football player arrested for theft in Minneapolis, dismissed from team

Ready for a new crepe place in downtown Fargo? Oui, oui!

Flower tribute held for 9-year-old Moorhead boy killed while riding his bike

Two fun outdoor movie nights planned for Fargo: Mamma Mia! and Wicked

UPDATE: City-owned Mack truck hits & kills 9-year-old on bike in south Moorhead

House destroyed in overnight fire near Dent, Minnesota

Boiler Room to pause operations in downtown Fargo, focus on Marge’s Bar and bar catering

Third-party to examine security at Minnesota State Capitol in wake of shootings and break-in

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