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El Zagal Shrine Circus Postpones Fargodome Events Until May

March 13, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–The El Zagal Shrine Circus has postponed events at the Fargodome on March 27-29 due to the increased potential exposure to coronavirus. The events have been rescheduled for May 1-3. Tickets purchased for March 27 will be good for May 1, March 28 good for May 2 and March 29 good for May 3. No action is required for…

LIVE: How It Could Hit Us

Why local infectious disease experts think the scariest new numbers might not stand up, even with all the seniors we have.

March 13, 2020

Emily Welker,

A Sanford and NDSU infectious disease doctor is skeptical of new numbers estimating forty to seventy percent of Americans could be infected with coronavirus over the next year to year and a half. Dr. Paul Carson says the UC San Francisco estimates, which appear to be based on Italy’s experiences, are an overestimation. Carson says American researchers gathered data from…

LIVE: Trump Preparing to Invoke Emergency Powers over Coronavirus

Trump is holding a news conference at the White House at 2 p.m.

March 13, 2020

KVRR Staff,

WASHINGTON (AP)–President Donald Trump is preparing to invoke emergency powers as the country struggles to contain the coronavirus outbreak. This is according to two people familiar with the planning who spoke on condition of anonymity. It is still unclear precisely what mechanism Trump would use to free up additional federal resources for testing and treatment as well as help those…

MSHSL Girls and Boys Basketball Tournaments Canceled

March 13, 2020

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MINNESOTA–The Minnesota State High School League has canceled the girls and boys basketball tournaments amid coronavirus concerns. The Class A and Class AA semi-finals were scheduled for Friday with the championship games scheduled for Saturday. The boys basketball tournament was scheduled for March 18-21. The MSHSL made the announcement at 10:45 a.m. on Friday. An updated programming schedule for Antenna…

Minnesota DFL Shifting to Virtual Conventions and Campaign Events

The Minnesota DFL Headquarters will be closed to the public.

March 13, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn.–The Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party has postponed all conventions between March 14 and May 1 in order to combat the spread of COVID-19. Beginning in April, the Minnesota DFL will attempt to hold virtual conventions. All campaign events, including direct voter contact, is shifting online. Chairman of the Minnesota DFL, Ken Martin, said, “This was not an easy decision…

Fargo Film Festival Canceled Due to COVID-19 Concerns

The festival was scheduled March 17-21 at the Fargo Theatre.

March 13, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–The Fargo Film Festival has been canceled due to concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The festival was scheduled March 17-21 at the Fargo Theatre. The Fargo Theatre Executive Director, Emily Beck said, “This was a difficult decision, but protecting the health of our audiences, filmmakers, volunteers and community must always be our top priority.” At this time, the Fargo…

State Treasurer Candidate Comes Forward While Democrats Cancel State Convention

Mark Haugen says he wants to restore integrity and accountability to the office

March 12, 2020

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. — A Bismarck Democrat is running for State Treasurer. Mark Haugen says he wants to restore integrity and accountability to the office. The North Dakota native works as a student success adviser at the University of Mary. Republican State Treasurer Kelly Schmidt is not seeking another term. State Democrats are also calling off their state convention next weekend…

Fargo Marathon ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ That Run Will Go On

March 12, 2020

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FARGO, ND – The Fargo Marathon is still on schedule to launch in May, even with the fear of the Coronavirus cancelling events around the country. The marathon will be beefing up their first aid stations and common areas with more portable hand washing stations and extra hand sanitizer. The marathon will also be actively cooperating with government officials when…

March Madness: NCAA Tournaments Canceled Due to Coronavirus

The NCAA canceled all of its spring championships in every sport.

March 12, 2020

KVRR Staff,

The NCAA has canceled its men’s and women’s basketball tournaments because of the spread of coronavirus. The unprecedented move puts an abrupt end to the season less than a month before champions were to be crowned. The decision comes a day after the NCAA announced the games that were scheduled to start next week would go on but played in mostly…

Fargodome Continuing with Events Despite Coronavirus Concerns

March 12, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–The Fargodome will remain open to upcoming events and programs despite coronavirus concerns. The Fargodome says they have not been asked to make modifications to upcoming events and it is ultimately the decision of the event promoter to cancel or postpone. Staff members and local health officials are closely monitoring the impact of coronavirus on the F-M community and…