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Jury selection begins in trial of man accused in shooting death of Grand Forks officer

GRAND FORKS, ND (KVRR) Jury selection begins in the trial for the man charged with killing a Grand Forks police officer and his own mother. Salamah Pendleton is accused of shooting and kiling 29-year-old Officer Cody Holte in an apartment in May 2020 while authorities were serving an eviction notice. Pendleton’s 61-year-old mother was also shot and killed. He is…

Public Service Held For Jupiter Paulsen at Scheels Arena

"She's still with me everywhere I go. She's in the trees, in the grass, the sunshine, and the stars and anything beyond that, but most of all, she's with us."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — An emotional public service is held outside Scheels Arena in Fargo for Jupiter Paulsen, the Fargo teen killed earlier this month in a random attack. “I hope you guys could see it from my perspective how she was. She was not just a person that worked or just a person who was just there, she was…

The Greetings Tour Paints their First Mural in Downtown Fargo

It's part of Victor Ving and his wife Lisa Beggs' mission to visit all 50 states. This is their 24th state.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Greetings Tour unveils a new mural in Downtown Fargo. The mural is located on the wall of the Dakotah Pioneer Center at Roberts Street and 1st Avenue North. It’s part of Victor Ving and his wife Lisa Beggs’ mission to visit all 50 states. This is their 24th state. Each state they paint postcard-themed murals….

The Fargo Brewing Company & Brew Chews Hosting the 6th Hair of the Dog Expo

The event includes local dog businesses, food, and beer. Some of the vendors are 4 Luv of Dog and Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Fargo Brewing Company is teaming back up with Brew Chews for the 6th Hair of the Dog Expo. The event includes local dog businesses, food, and beer. Some of the vendors are 4 Luv of Dog and Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue. People get a chance to learn about dogs that are available for adoption. The…

Fundraiser Event to Raise Money for a Woman Recovering from Brain Surgery

"She will do anything to protect anybody. Absolutely."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A local woman who is recovering from major brain surgery is getting support from the community. “She will do anything to protect anybody. Absolutely,” Paige’s mother, Kim Davis said. Caring and protecting is how many describe Paige Davis. She’s always looking out for others. But, It’s now her turn to be cared for. Paige’s skull was…

Black non-profit vandalized

Ps & Qs Etiquette is reporting their meeting space was ransacked.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A GoFundMe page is set up for a non-profit hit by vandalism Wednesday night. Ps & Qs Etiquette is reporting their meeting space was ransacked. There are items reported stolen. The vandaliser threw stuff all over the floors. Clothes were reportedly smelling urine. The organization’s mission is to “empower young girls and boys with knowledge and…

Update: Missing man has been found

FARGO (KVRR) – The Fargo Police Department says Andrew Gordon Schlitz has been located and is safe. Police say the 63-year-old Schlitz suffers from dementia. On Thursday, police asked the public for assistance in locating him. Categories: Community, Local News, Moorhead, North Dakota News Tags: andrew gordon schlitz, DEMENTIA, fargo police

Pet Connection: Meet Bowie

He's a star, man.

Bowie the German Shepherd is as strikingly handsome as late rock star David Bowie. He’s a cuddler, a good canine citizen on walks, a great player of tug of war and an intrepid explorer of all backyards. He’s five years old, so he’s been around long enough to get some great manners and to love human companions. Amazingly, though, beautiful…

Grand Forks Public Schools’ $86 Million School Bond Fails

"We have heard what the community has to say and we will go back to the drawing board."

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — People in Grand Forks vote no to both questions in Tuesday’s Grand Forks Public Schools referendum. “We have heard what the community has to say and we will go back to the drawing board,” Superintendent Dr. Terry Brenner said. Grand Forks Public Schools taking a step back after voters said no to both referendum questions….

A New Pollinator Garden is planted in South Fargo

Pollinator Week is bringing awareness to struggling pollinating species, including some birds.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — In honor of Pollinator Week, Audubon Dakota is teaming up with the Fargo Parks District to establish a new pollinator garden. The new garden is at Orchard Glen. This location is part of the Audubon bird-friendly community initiative. This week is designated to bring awareness to struggling pollinating species, including some birds. Volunteers came out to…