TJ Nelson, Author at KVRR Local News

Man Believed To Be Under The Influence Arrested After Short Pursuit in Grand Forks

November 26, 2024

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — A Grand Forks man faces charges after a short police pursuit on I-29. Police say 53-year-old Marlin Johnson’s vehicle was stopped and partially blocking the lane on the I-29 southbound on-ramp at Demers Avenue and he was asleep in the driver’s seat around 6 p.m. Officers say Johnson appeared to be under the influence as…

Fosston City Council Votes To End 2009 Agreement With Essentia Health

November 26, 2024

TJ Nelson,

FOSSTON, Minn. (KVRR) — Fosston City Council has unanimously voted to terminate the 2009 agreement between the city, First Care Medical Services and Essentia Health. In September, an arbitration panel ruled in favor of Essentia in a dispute over its closure of labor and delivery services in 2022. Essentia has run the hospital for the past 15 years. In a…

Names Released After Deadly Rollover Near Thief River Falls Monday

November 26, 2024

TJ Nelson,

PENNINGTON CO., Minn. (KVRR) – The Minnesota State Patrol has released the names of two people killed in a rollover Monday morning near Thief River Falls. They say 68-year-old Tina Klein and her passenger, 62-year-old Charles Hill, died in the crash. Pennington County Sheriff Seth Vettleson says his office got a report of a vehicle rollover on Center Street, west…

Gov. Burgum Pardon’s “Best Behaved” Grace the Turkey

November 26, 2024

TJ Nelson,

Gov. Doug Burgum, Grace the Turkey And Ag Commissioner Doug GoehringBISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum pardoned Grace the turkey in one of his last acts in office. Burgum says Grace definitely wins the Best Behaved Award from the past eight years! He was joined by Ag Commissioner Doug Goehring. North Dakota Turkey Federation donated 16 frozen…

The Spaceman Is Coming! Ace Frehley of KISS Fame To Land at Shooting Star Casino

November 26, 2024

TJ Nelson,

MAHNOMEN, Minn. (KVRR) — The original lead guitarist and a founding member of KISS is getting ready to rock Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen. Ace Frehley, the Spaceman himself, will touch down on Friday, February 7. Expect to hear songs from his solo work and songs from his time in KISS. Tickets are priced at $30 and $60. They go…

Teen Expected To Plead Guilty in Grand Forks Murder Case

November 26, 2024

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — A court hearing tomorrow for a Grand Forks teen charged with murder has been canceled. 18-year-old Cazmere Haskins is now expected to plead guilty at a change of plea hearing on December 9. Haskins is charged with AA felony murder for the stabbing death of 24-year-old Anfernee Economy of Grand Forks. It happened during a…

Winter Warming Center To Be Located At Former Fargo Police Headquarters on 25th Street South

Commissioners Also Voted 3-2 Against Ending The Needle Exchange Program

November 25, 2024

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo is taking a proactive rather than reactive approach to prevent cold weather related injuries or deaths this winter. The Winter Warming Initiative was started in 2023 as a temporary plan to help the homeless during the winter months since most local shelters are at or over capacity. Last year, they helped nearly 700 people with…

Old National Bancorp To Merge With Bremer Financial

November 25, 2024

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL (KVRR) — St. Paul-based Bremer Financial Corporation is merging with Old National Bancorp in a deal worth $1.4 billion in cash and stocks. Old National is on track to become the third-largest bank in the Twin Cities. The deal includes 70 banking centers in Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin with a combined $70 billion in assets. Under the…

Mahana Fresh Closes Its Doors for Good in South Fargo

November 25, 2024

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — We have lost another dining option in Fargo. The operators of Mahana Fresh announcing on social media that they closed their doors for good on Saturday in the 3900 block of 56th Street South. Mahana Fresh offered custom built bowls of healthy, chef-inspired fresh ingredients. They also offered vegan and gluten-free options. There are nearly a…

Two People Found Dead Inside Submerged Vehicle Near Thief River Falls, MN

November 25, 2024

TJ Nelson,

PENNINGTON CO., Minn. (KVRR) — Two people are dead after crashing into a body of water southwest of Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Pennington County Sheriff Seth Vettleson says his office got a report of a vehicle rollover on Center Street, west of Pembina Trail just before 8 this morning. Deputies arrived to find the vehicle was partially submerged. Two people…

Author: TJ Nelson

Man Believed To Be Under The Influence Arrested After Short Pursuit in Grand Forks

Fosston City Council Votes To End 2009 Agreement With Essentia Health

Names Released After Deadly Rollover Near Thief River Falls Monday

Gov. Burgum Pardon’s “Best Behaved” Grace the Turkey

The Spaceman Is Coming! Ace Frehley of KISS Fame To Land at Shooting Star Casino

Teen Expected To Plead Guilty in Grand Forks Murder Case

Winter Warming Center To Be Located At Former Fargo Police Headquarters on 25th Street South

Commissioners Also Voted 3-2 Against Ending The Needle Exchange Program

Old National Bancorp To Merge With Bremer Financial

Mahana Fresh Closes Its Doors for Good in South Fargo

Two People Found Dead Inside Submerged Vehicle Near Thief River Falls, MN

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