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Swing Barrel Brewing Co. Hosts Game Watch for Good Cause

Fans of both Montana and Montana State swung by to catch the game and donate to local charities.

November 23, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Montana and Montana State alums may not get along when it comes to football, but they can definitely agree that charities like Churches United and organizations such as the Great Plains Food Bank deserve support for the work they do in the community. Swing Barrel Brewing agreed, and therefore hosted the “Brawl of the Wild” event…

Coin Collectors Gather in Fargo

The 21st annual Coin Show of North Dakota brought in numismatists from around the state.

November 23, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – The Ramada by Wyndham Fargo clinked with activity as coin buyers, sellers, and general enthusiasts poured in to discuss a variety of wares. Items for sale included, of course, coins – but also other forms of currency, stamps, and commemorative tokens. Numismatists say their hobby is underrated, and that coins can have an artistic or historical value…

West Fargo Public Library Adds New Policies for 2025

November 22, 2024

Juliana Pelaez,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) –The West Fargo Public Library Board of Directors voted to approve several policy updates that will take effect in the new year Those changes include being closed on Sundays, removing late fees for checkout on technology, adding a new location, and changing the area people can receive a free library card. These motions were made after…

City Commission and State Legislators Focus on Relocating Downtown Engagement Center and Funding for Transportation

November 22, 2024

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Downtown Engagement Center has been a resource for many homeless and other persons in need. But the resources and space they have are sparse, so they are looking to expand elsewhere. “It has been desirable for the downtown business sector, but also from the people who are operating out of the engagement center. Understanding that…

International Potluck Celebrates Global Flavor

The event was part of Concordia College's programming for International Education Week.

November 21, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — The tables lining the Centrum inside the Knutson Campus Center at Concordia College almost sagged with the weight of global fare as students and faculty alike streamed in to get a taste of the world. The International Potluck Food Festival took place from 6 to 8 p.m. on November 21st. Alongside the food and camaraderie was…

Fargo Public Libraries Start Annual Mitten Trees

November 21, 2024

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — All Fargo Public Libraries have put up their annual mitten trees. The trees brings in donations of mittens, hats, scarves and socks for people to take what they are in need of. The trees have been around for more than six years bringing in loads of donations every year. While it has started out slowly the…

Matt Cullen, Drekker Brewing Company Partnering for Special Beers

The two brews go on sale December 1st, and some proceeds will help benefit Cullen's charity, the Cullen Children's Foundation.

November 20, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – Moorhead native and soon-to-be United States Hockey Hall of Famer Matt Cullen is lending his image and sway in the community to two special beverages produced by Drekker Brewing Company. One is an IPA, and the other – Matt’s personal favorite – is the “Hall of Fame Helles.” Both have special can art that prominently features Cullen’s…

Fargo Cass Public Health Provides Resources For Great American SmokeOut

November 20, 2024

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Cass Public Health is encouraging smokers and users of vaping devices to set Thursday as their quit date. The quit date is part of a nationwide campaign called “Great American SmokeOut” which started in the 1970’s in Massachusetts. Several years ago Fargo Cass Public Health worked to bring the SmokeOut to the area and is…

Middle Schoolers Compete In Cyber Tournament Finals

November 20, 2024

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Cyber Madness Middle School Tournament Finals started this morning with six teams and five middle schools competing for who can be the winning champions. “They’re learning how to do encryption and decryption. They’re learning about network activity other sorts of things that really adult professionals do. But really we got them involved in challenges to…

LIVE: How Dr. Seuss’s “The Grinch” Might Just Steal Your Heart

November 20, 2024

Emily Welker,

MINNEAPOLIS — The most famous Christmas villain is not be entirely over his thieving ways. But this year, instead of stealing Christmas, it’s possible he might just steal your heart, instead. That’s as a Fargo native is mid-run as the star of the new production of “Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by one of the top children’s theaters…