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ND Main Street Summit Inspires Community Leaders Across the State

"We want North Dakota to be the place that attracts and retains workforce and families."

October 12, 2021

Site Staff,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Community leaders from around the state came together to hear about the Main Street Initiative. Over 700 people gathered at the Rustad Recreation Center in West Fargo to hear from nationally renowned speakers and gain insight on how to create and pay for smart, efficient infrastructure. “The goal of the summit is really to…

Highway patrol airplane involved in more than 70 chases this year

October 12, 2021

Jim Monk,

(ND Highway Patrol)BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) – With law enforcement pursuits on the rise in North Dakota, the state patrol has started to use its airplane more often. There have been at least 72 pursuits so far this year. Sgt. Ryan Duletski says while the plane is based in Bismarck, it can be in the air on relatively short notice to…

Moderna And Johnson & Johnson Boosters To Be Considered This Week

October 12, 2021

TJ Nelson,

WASHINGTON (AP) – With many Americans who got Pfizer vaccinations already rolling up their sleeves for a booster shot, millions of others who received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine wait anxiously to learn when it’s their turn. Federal regulators begin tackling that question this week. On Thursday and Friday, the Food and Drug Administration convenes its independent advisers…

Two men sentenced for selling meth in western Minnesota

October 12, 2021

Jim Monk,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) – Federal prosecutors say two men have been sentenced to prison for their roles in a methamphetamine distribution ring in western Minn. Thirty-five-year-old Jonathan Listrom of Circle Pines and 53-year-old Steven Johnson of Glenwood sold meth in the Alexandria area. Acting U.S. Attorney W. Anders Folk says Listrom was sentenced to 16 years in prison followed…

Ban on Evictions Ends Tonight in Minnesota

October 12, 2021

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — When millions of Americans were unable to work because of the COVID-19 shutdown, a ban on evictions went into effect to help those behind on their rent. In Minnesota, tonight those protections end. The only exception is for renters who have already applied for rental assistance through the state. Tenants with pending rental assistance claims will…

“1964 The Tribute” Coming To Fargo Theatre in January

October 12, 2021

TJ Nelson,

Courtesy: Steven GardnerFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With The Beatles back in the news with Paul McCartney blaming John Lennon for the groups break-up, fans can relive the good old days in Fargo. “1964 The Tribute” is coming to Fargo Theatre on Friday, January 28. The group has earned the distinction from Rolling Stone magazine as the “Best Beatles Tribute on…

Minnesota COVID-19 positivity rate hits vaccine-era high

October 12, 2021

Jim Monk,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota’s COVID-19 test positivity rate has soared to 8.3%, the highest mark since the vaccines first rolled out late last year. The seven-day rolling average for the state’s positivity rate continues to climb toward the high risk category. The state draws that line at 10%. Meanwhile, COVID-19 hospitalizations in Minnesota reached 960 as of Monday and…

Rabbits killed in Minnesota barn fire

October 12, 2021

Jim Monk,

HOLLANDALE, Minn. – A fire in southern Minnesota has killed more than 100 rabbits. The fire broke out in a barn north of Hollandale on Sunday night. The Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office says a neighbor walking nearby saw the fire and reported it. The sheriff’s office says 117 rabbits died in the blaze. Three survived. The cause of the fire remains…

Man hits two police cars, gets shocked by officer

October 12, 2021

Jim Monk,

MANKATO, Minn. – A Mankato man has been charged with two felonies after he allegedly hit two squad cars and threatened an officer with his belt. Daniel Devens was charged Monday with fleeing police and property damage, both felonies, as well as gross misdemeanor counts of driving while intoxicated and obstructing the legal process. According to court documents, Devens began…

Agasizz School Program

October 12, 2021

Ashley Walker,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Susan and Dan Ninham, co-founders and directors of Northern Indigenous Games, came to visit Agasizz School for Indigenous Peoples Day. They help teach Indigenous thinking in an encouraging and fun way, bringing with them traditional medicine games including Alaskan Kickball, Tag where Everyone is it, a pebble guessing game, and more. Susan and Dan were able…