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New Putting Greens Set to Be Installed at Edgewood Golf Club

The putting greens and park surrounding it should be ready for use by Labor Day

FARGO, N.D. — Golfers at the Edgewood Golf Course will have a new place to practice their putting before hitting the links. The Fargo Park District announced that two new putting greens will be installed near the main entrance. Each putting green has different slopes, so golfers of all skill levels can get their putts in. Named after the late federal…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Jack

You don't know Jack, but you should!

We didn’t know Jack, either, until Diamond In The Ruff’s Ryan Keel brought him in to meet us in the KVRR Morning Show studio live on the air this Pet Connection Thursday. And boy, were we ever impressed. Jack’s a calm, well-mannered, affectionate lab cross with perhaps some bulldog or pit bull thrown in. He gets along well with everyone…

Governor Burgum, Senator Hoeven Join Discussion on Diversion Project

Governor Doug Burgum and U.S. Senator John Hoeven will join the monthly Metro Flood Diversion Authority meeting.

FARGO, ND — Governor Doug Burgum and U.S. Senator John Hoeven will join the monthly Metro Flood Diversion Authority meeting. Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney along with Moorhead Mayor Del Rae Williams will also be involved in the discussion. Mayor Mahoney says it will be September or October before the Minnesota DNR issues a decision on a permit application for the…

Congrats Grads! Twenty-Two Students Say Goodbye to Cass County Youth Commission

Everyone in the program learned leadership skills, about local government and how to fundraise

FARGO, N.D. — Like many people, Grace Beauchamp was shy growing up. “I moved schools last year and I was terrified. I had an hour car ride every day and I didn’t want to talk to people, I didn’t want to go to school,” Beauchamp said. That is until a little thing called passion sparked inside of her this year. She…

Serving Up Pie for Area Charity

Trinity Lutheran Church holds its annual Salad and Pie Luncheon

MOORHEAD, Minn. — A congregation at one local church gathered to help an area charity. The annual Salad and Pie Luncheon was held at Trinity Lutheran Church in downtown Moorhead. Hundreds gathered for a meal provided by the church. Our own Alison Voorhees and Rob Kupec helped serve coffee and clean up. This year, the proceeds will go towards The…

LIVE: New Artist Series

Mike Marth: Man At Work.

We’re starting something new here on the Morning Show, with a series of stories that profile the artists who live and create right here in the Red River Valley. From visual artists, to dancers, to musicians, standup comics and more, each one of them is a separate voice and a unique vision. Not only do they contribute an enormous amount…

United Way Celebrates May Day with Baskets of Books

They filled traditional May Day baskets with books instead of candy

FARGO, N.D. — United Way of Cass–Clay celebrated May Day with a special twist on traditional May Day baskets. They filled the baskets with books instead of flowers and candy. “While as fun candy and treats are in a May Day basket we decided to put books in those May Day baskets because we wanted to make sure kids are prepared…

Fargo City Commissioners, Engineers Discuss Future of Main Avenue

The meeting discussed possible design alternatives and how businesses could prosper as a result

FARGO, N.D. — Thousands of cars roll down Main Avenue to get to downtown Fargo every day, but city engineers say that the time has come for the main road to get a new look. “It really comes down to four different road alternatives. You could do a three lane, you could do a four lane, you could do a five…

Minnesota DPS Reminding People to Stay Cautious When Out Riding Their Motorcycles

A survey the department conducted found about half of Minnesotans don't wear motorcycle helmets

With warm weather comes the many motorcyclists who are ready to get back on the road. If you’re one of them, Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) officials say it’s important to not let the excitement get the best of you and to always be cautious. Minnesota has more motorcycle accidents during rush hour and on the weekends than at…

Discovery Students Show Off Their Art, Music At Annual Bluestem Ball

This was the second year Discovery Middle School held it at the Bluestem Center for the Arts

MOORHEAD, Minn. — It’s a music gig, exhibit and a ball all in one. Discovery Middle School’s Art and Music departments hosted their Bluestem Ball. Not only did it feature student jazz musicians, but students’ artwork was on display and a dance show. Discovery’s art and music instructors say they wanted to put on the ball to showcase the students’ talents…