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NDSU Engineering Students Showcase Senior Projects

Seniors in the school of engineering displayed their design projects which they worked on all year

April 25, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — Students at NDSU are showing how talented they are when it comes to computer engineering. What do a guitar, a heart and wine all have in common? They’re all topics NDSU engineering students have been studying to develop devices to help them function properly. “Here we have a digitally enhanced vacuum tube guitar amplifier,” said student Zach…

Business Leaders Say Attracting Workers is Biggest Economic Challenge

The Regional Workforce Study finds that adding qualified workers is essential to maintain the region's economic growth

April 25, 2017

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FARGO, N.D. — A group of Fargo–Moorhead community organizations released their study on workforce development. The Economic Development Corporation says there’s a growing gap between open jobs and qualified workers. The F–M area has been identified as having one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation and one of the best places to find a job. However, qualified workers…

Road Project Proposal for Downtown Fargo Could be a Commuter Headache

If approved, the $5 million Main Avenue project would start next year

April 25, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — City workers are proposing a road project which has the capacity to cause major traffic problems in downtown Fargo. If approved, the $5 million Main Avenue project would start next year. It’s one of the oldest stretches of road in Fargo. Built in the 1950’s, pavement and underground utilities are starting to deteriorate more than half a…

Mother of Andrew Sadek Speaks Out on New Law

"Andrew's Law", named for Andrew Sadek, will provide more protections for undercover drug informants by clarifying their rights

April 25, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — The mother of a college student whose body was found in the Red River three years ago says she’s generally pleased with the law in her son’s name. “Andrew’s Law”, named for Andrew Sadek, will provide more protections for undercover drug informants by clarifying their rights. It’ll also allow them to talk with a lawyer before agreeing…

Kennedy Elementary Students Learn About Weather with Two Familiar Faces

North Dakota State Climatologist Adnan Akyuz visited with the first graders about our weather patterns

April 25, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — A tornado was reported “inside” Kennedy Elementary School in Fargo. North Dakota State Climatologist Adnan Akyuz visited with the first graders about our weather patterns. He created a tornado in the classroom using an enclosed chamber as part of his demonstration with the help of KVRR’s very own Chief Meteorologist Rob Kupec. Akyuz says it’s always best…

Looking for a Contractor? Menards Hosting Contractor Event

Staff at Menards in Fargo say summer is the busiest time of the year for home improvement projects

April 25, 2017

Site Staff,

RED RIVER VALLEY — It’s that time of the year when many homeowners are thinking about remodeling. Staff at Menards in Fargo say summer is the busiest time of the year for home improvement projects. To help you prepare, it’s holding an event where you can meet local contractors. Starting today at both the Fargo and Moorhead locations contractors will be…

INTERVIEW: National Workers Memorial Ceremony Honors People Who Lost Their Lives on the Job

A local group hopes to make work places safer for all.

April 25, 2017

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — Each year, union supporters remember those who lost their lives while on the job. A local group hopes to make work places safer for all. KVRR’s Shiina LoSciuto spoke with Terry Jones of the Northern Plains United Labor Council on what this ceremony means to the community. REPORTER SHIINA LOSCIUTO: In 2016, eight workers died in North Dakota….

Interviews for New West Fargo Police Chief to Begin Next Week

Twelve people have applied for the position including four current members of the West Fargo Police Department

April 25, 2017

TJ Nelson,

WEST FARGO, N.D. — The first round of interviews for a new police chief in West Fargo may begin late next week. The city is looking for a replacement for fired chief Michael Reitan. Twelve people have applied for the position including four current members of the West Fargo Police Department. A city spokeswoman says the applications are still…

Beer Store Owners Appeal for License Renewal Near Pine Ridge Reservation

The appeal says the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission's decision was arbitrary, unsupported by evidence and contrary to Nebraska law

April 25, 2017

TJ Nelson,

SOUTH DAKOTA — The owners of four Nebraska beer stores are appealing the decision to not renew their liquor licenses. The stores sell beer and malt liquor just 200 yards south of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota which bars alcohol but continues to struggle with alcohol issues. The appeal says the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission’s decision…

Grand Forks International Airport to Conduct Active Shooter Drill

It'll be held in the Byron L. Dorgan Passenger Terminal starting at 9 a.m

April 25, 2017

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Grand Forks International Airport will be swarming with law enforcement Wednesday morning. Grand Forks Police and airport staff will be conducting an active shooter drill. It’ll be held in the Byron L. Dorgan Passenger Terminal starting at 9 a.m. The training is for terminal tenants and airport staff to help them know what to do…