BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Some of the top tourist stops across North Dakota are sharing in $15 million worth of “Destination Development Grants”. North Dakota Tourism and Marketing says these investments will enhance tourism infrastructure, elevate visitor experiences and support long-term economic growth. Out of 106 applications from 45 communities, just 23 projects were chosen for this round of grants….
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The man who hosted a popular horror movie show on KVRR in the 1980s and 1990s has died. Delray “Madd Frank” Dvoracek died Saturday, October 11 at Fargo Elim at the age of 85. A celebration of life service will be held on November 7 at 2 p.m. at Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Get ready to take your family on an immersive getaway thanks to Disney on Ice. The touring group’s latest production, “Road Trip Adventures”, is skating into FARGODOME from March 12-15. It’ll be a fun-fueled excursion to iconic Disney destinations. Disney on Ice members can buy advance tickets starting today before they go on-sale to the general…
VALLEY CITY, N.D. (KVRR) — A Valley City man arrested this past spring for having child sexual abuse material will avoid a trial by changing his plea. 50-year-old Mitchell Kohler pleaded not guilty in June to five counts of possession of certain materials prohibited. His change of plea hearing is set for Monday, one day before his trial was set…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Four out of nine proposals for the new Fargo Convention Center are moving forward after a unanimous vote by city commissioners. They include Mutchler Bartram Architects site at Brewhalla, Enclave site at Scheels Arena, RLE Architecture site at Fargodome and EAPC Architects downtown site for the City Hall and Fargo Public Library parking lot. All four…
MEDINA, Minn. (KVRR) — Medina, Minnesota based Polaris is selling off its Indian Motorcycle brand to a company in California. The company announced its decision to separate the motorcycle division into a standalone business. They have entered into a definitive agreement to sell a majority stake in Indian Motorcycle to Carolwood LP, an independent private equity firm founded in 2014…
Gregory LaCroixFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A change of plea for a man accused of shooting another man in downtown Fargo last October. 38-year-old Gregory Lacroix entered an Alford plea to attempted murder while an aggravated assault charge was dropped. He maintains his innocence but admits there is enough evidence to convict him. Police say LaCroix shot a man once at…
DOUGLAS CO., Minn. (KVRR) — A Douglas County, Minnesota couple were rushed to the hospital last night after showing signs of carbon monoxide exposure. The sheriff’s office says Nicole Feeken called 911 to report symptoms consistent with a heart attack. She said her husband, Jason Feeken, was starting to experience a seizure. Dispatchers immediately told them to get out of…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Fargo woman changes her plea to guilty to felony theft charges for embezzling money from her former employer, Salon Professional Academy. Alexis Engelking was sentenced to three years but will only have to serve 30 days in jail and 18 months of probation. Restitution will be determined at a later date. Court records show the…
ORTONVILLE, Minn. (KVRR) — Gov. Tim Walz celebrating the 13th annual Minnesota Governor’s Pheasant Hunting Opener in Ortonville and Big Stone County. That’s about two hours southeast of Fargo. His hunting party harvested two roosters Saturday morning. Walz applauded the vital conservation work being done by organizations in Big Stone County and across Minnesota’s pheasant range. “Thank you to the…
