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Church Leaders Take Part in Anti-Racism Training

The Synod Assembly had passed a resolution outlining a commitment to racial justice

February 26, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — The Eastern North Dakota Synod ELCA brought together dozens of leaders for anti–racism training. The training was initiated after the Synod Assembly passed a resolution outlining a commitment to racial justice. Amanda Vivier, a spiritual leader for the Native American Christian Ministry, describes why she decided to get involved. “There’s a bridge, and it’s been a one-way bridge…

NDSU Native American Groups Hold Taco Sale to Raise Money for National Conference

This year's sale was delivery only

February 26, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — NDSU students got to order some tasty frybread tacos while supporting the Native American Student Association and American Indian Science and Engineering Society. This year’s sale was delivery only, and people ordering online could get their tacos on- or off- campus. Money raised will go towards the national conference the group is going to. The conference includes workshops…

NDSU’s Part Time and Summer Jobs Fair Helps Students Find Employment

Students met with over 60 potential employers to discuss and even interview for jobs while at the fair

February 26, 2019

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. –NDSU is helping students connect with employers with their annual part time and summer jobs fair. Students met with over 60 potential employers to discuss and even interview for jobs. Connecting employers with students gives them the opportunity to explore different jobs and career paths all in one location. “So besides of course actually getting a job, I…

Homeward Animal Shelter Explains Benefits of Fixing Your Pet

The shelter says spaying and neutering your pet provides a lot of health benefits and can act as preventative care

February 26, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. – One animal shelter in the area is sharing the benefits for fixing your furry friend. Homeward Animal Shelter says spaying and neutering your pet provides a lot of health benefits and can act as preventative care. Fixing your pet can prevent cancers like uterine, ovarian, and prostate. Homeward has over 90 animals in their care and says…

World Famous Mime Bill Bowers Shows Off His Skills in Moorhead

Bill Bowers travels around the world to showcase his miming skills

February 26, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — A world–renowned mime racked up the laughs while teaching others about his craft at Concordia College. Bill Bowers trained under Marcel Marceau and has been performing as a mime for several years. His show featured some physical storytelling, some acts centered around music, and even some lip–syncing. His goal is not only to create a legendary night, but…

Owner of Hallock Restaurant Accused of Setting Fire To Her Business

Tamara DeVore is charged with arson and insurance fraud

February 26, 2019

TJ Nelson,

HALLOCK, Minn. — A northwest Minnesota woman is charged with first-degree arson and insurance fraud for allegedly setting fire to her restaurant. Tamara DeVore is accused of starting the fire at the Caribou Grill in Hallock on February 21st while a person was at the bar. She was seen on security footage near the scene of the fire, repeatedly entering and…

Minnesota Gov. Walz Unveils Massive Public Construction Borrowing Bill

Republican leaders have shown little enthusiasm for a big bonding package

February 26, 2019

TJ Nelson,

FORT SNELLING, MN — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has unveiled his first capital spending proposal, a $1.27 billion public construction borrowing bill. $150 million would go to housing. “This proposal will fund a full range of housing choices including supporting housing for people experiencing homelessness, senior housing, family housing and new home ownership opportunities,” said Walz. The package also includes $330…

Everyone Rescued From Lake of the Woods Is Okay

Call to sheriff Tuesday morning: two adults and two children had not been heard from since Friday

February 26, 2019

TJ Nelson,

LAKE OF THE WOODS, MN — All people reported missing on Lake of the Woods have been accounted for. Resort owners and others have been working since Sunday morning to rescue anglers that were left stranded in fish houses during blizzard conditions. The sheriff’s office in Baudette was contacted this morning to report that two adults and two children had not…

Minnesota Man Sentenced For Attacking North Dakota Priest Over A Woman

Chad Legare attacked the Rev. Robert Wapenski in Anamoose in January 2018

February 26, 2019

TJ Nelson,

ANAMOOSE, ND — An Alexandria man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for attacking a priest in an apparent dispute over a woman in north central North Dakota. Authorities say 43-year-old Chad Legare attacked the Rev. Robert Wapenski at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Anamoose in January 2018. Wapenski was beaten and had computer speaker wire wrapped around…

Ponemah Man Charged With Assaulting And Killing His Wife

court records: Jeremiah Kingbird stopped at a house and told a woman that he found his wife on Old Ponemah Road

February 26, 2019

TJ Nelson,

PONEMAH, MN — A Ponemah, Minnesota man is indicted on first and second degree murder charges. Court documents reveal that on January 6, 38-year-old Jeremiah Kingbird stopped at a house and told a woman that he found his wife on Old Ponemah Road and that she had been there all night. The woman had severe physical injuries and died at a…