WEST FARGO — Marie and Pete are babies in green-cheeked conure years, and they’re just as bright, energetic and full of personality as you’d find in any other little one in the animal kingdom — perfect for an eager parrot parent-to-be. They came in as a bonded pair to the shelter and it’s surprising no one’s adopted them yet, since…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – This Giving Hearts Day, the Haiti Eye Mission is looking for help to give the gift of sight. The doctors and volunteers take trips down to the island of Hispaniola to offer services free of charge to people who would otherwise not have access to them. Without regular care, many conditions like cataracts can progress to…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – With Giving Hearts Day on the horizon, the YWCA is looking to get people involved with their mission of protecting victims of domestic violence. The YWCA has helped over 1,600 women and children in the past year, offering safe shelter, educational and employment aid, and much more. They say that while the shelter is one critical…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – Hearts are top of mind during the month of February, and the American Heart Association wants to make sure you spread the word. Friday is Wear Red Day for women’s Heart Health, and they’re encouraging you to take part in raising awareness about the importance of heart health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death…
FARGO — It’s a game that first gained popularity in China in the 1800s, and now, it’s coming to the metro. It’s a test of strategy skills, memory, and luck against the other players in a traditional game of mahjongg. You’re invited to learn how to play in a new class called “Mahj Curious. ” The instructor, Christine Welsand of…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – It may be the season of giving, but for Golden Drive for Homeless Kids, the season of giving is year round. They’ll be celebrating this year’s efforts to support homeless kids in our community with their annual “Fill the Fire Boot” event at the West Fargo Rural Fire Department on Friday. Along with a chance to…
Moorhead, Minn. (KVRR) – A delegation from Moorhead is returning home with new friends and new perspectives after a trip to Zakho, Kurdistan. Over the course of their trip, the group visited with the people of Kurdistan, including one shop owner who opened up late to allow the group to get traditional Kurdish clothing ahead of their meeting with the…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the holiday season is upon us, and it’s a great chance to check out some of the unique cultural celebrations in our community. The Sons of Norway is hosting their 20th Annual Norwegian Christmas Dinner, highlighting classic Scandinavian fare from lefse, to krumkake, to brunost, and of course grogg. With…
FARGO — From buying presents, to creating the perfect meals, to decorating the house and buying plane tickets, being saddled with so many extra responsibilities over the holidays can pile on the stress. But skipping out on your daily workout in order to save precious time for other tasks is probably going to backfire on you, according to health and…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – The holiday season can be stressful, especially for those already struggling to meet their basic needs. Mohamed Osman with Essentia Community Health helps to connect people to the resources they need, from food and housing, to healthcare, to winter gear. He says that the people that he works with are often surprised by the help that…
