FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Community members come together in Fargo to honor missing and murdered Indigenous people. “This is an everybody issue and we need all of us to keep talking about it keep fighting for it and making sure that there is justice for all,” said one speaker. Indigenous relatives gathered in solidarity to heal their hearts — mourning…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Strength and determination are two words that best describes the journey Amanda Houston and her mother overcame. “Very up and down emotions,” said Houston. At age 34 Amanda received the news every person regrets hearing. “I had been experiencing some symptoms for a while and went in to receive a colonoscopy and they did find that…
This week’s pet comes to us out of one of the most successful animated movie franchises of all time. But unlike his namesake… this guy is not grumpy. He’s actually a pretty smiley guy, just like the rest of his species. Say hello to Gru the leopard gecko, who’s introduced to us on this week’s Pet Connection by his human…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota State University receives a new doll collection for the Emily Reynolds Historic Costume Collection. It’s being showcased as part of the diversity of dress around the world on the second floor of Lebedeff Hall. The dolls were made by sculptor Joan Beringer Pripps. Usually, dolls are donated anonymously. The dolls represent different backgrounds from…
MINNESOTA & NORTH DAKOTA (KVRR) — National Association of Letter Carriers is hosting a virtual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Month. The annual food fundraiser is normally held on the second Saturday in May. This year mail carriers are striving for an entire month of donations. It’s all to help out the Great Plains Food Bank. The fundraiser is virtual…
FARGO, N.D. — (KVRR) “Well, for a business owner, I would say, follow your passions,” said Mitchell. The female entrepreneur did just that. Two years ago, Renae Mitchell of Fargo decided to start up a new venture after graduating from the Nutritional Therapy Association. “I wanted to take the knowledge on what I learned to teach people how to use…
MOORHEAD, M.N. — Moorhead Public Library is wheeling its book truck over to Dairy Queen. The library is partnering with Moorhead’s DQ to help make library services more accessible to the community. For the day, anyone can check out books, apply for a library card, and at the end, with a DQ token, receive a free ice cream cone. Book…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Homeward Animal Shelter and Fleet Farm teamed up to celebrate National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day. “Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens is what we do and we just do our best to find them their perfect families,” said Homeward Animal Shelter Marketing Director Heather Klefstad. Homeward invited people in the community to enjoy free cuddles with…
FARGO, N.D. & MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Three local shelters receive a much needed surprise from two girls in the community. “She’s always thought of other people, always and I’m really proud of her. She is always looking for that next way to give back,” Addie’s mother Marisa Loerzel said. Addie Loerzel of Addie’s Royal Cupcakes stand had a goal…
This time of year there’s something about the weather that just energizes you. And getting outside to enjoy it is much better with an animal friend. So this week, we’re bringing you a critter who’s got just as much spunk, sparkle and sweetness as the wonderful spring weather. Not to mention, she’s just as pretty. Nyx is a five-year-old terrier…
