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North Dakota Democrats endorse several statewide candidates

March 9, 2026

KVRR Staff,

Endorsed statewide and legislative candidates for the North Dakota Democratic-NPL Party gather on stage at the conclusion of the state convention. (Photo by Kyle Martin/For the North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — North Dakota Democrats rallied for a turnaround Saturday, endorsing several candidates for statewide office to take on Republicans in November. The Democratic-NPL Party endorsed state Sen….

Next steps for Bank of North Dakota stablecoin to be reviewed this month

March 9, 2026

KVRR Staff,

Don Morgan, CEO of the Bank of North Dakota, speaks during a North Dakota Industrial Commission meeting on Feb. 24, 2026. (Photo by Jacob Orledge/North Dakota Monitor)FARGO (North Dakota Monitor) — The Bank of North Dakota is on track to launch the state’s first stablecoin next September, pending a review by state officials later this month. The state-owned bank announced…

US Air Force Thunderbirds will return to the Fargo AirSho in 2027

March 9, 2026

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR) – The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will headline the 2027 Fargo AirSho. The AirSho is scheduled for August 21 & 22, 2027 at Hector International Airport. Organizers say the event will be significant, as it coincides with the 80th Anniversary of the North Dakota Air National Guard’s 119th Wing. The lineup of performers and exhibitors at the AirSho…

Japan’s Nikkei 225 share index falls more than 6% as oil soars over $100 a barrel

March 8, 2026

KVRR Staff,

BANGKOK (AP) — Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 index plunged more than 6% early Monday after oil prices soared to over $100 a barrel due to disruptions from the war in the Middle East. The Nikkei was down 6.2% at 52,166.92 shortly after trading began. South Korea’s Kospi sank 6.3% and shares in Australia and New Zealand fell more than 3%….

North Dakota Horse Park racing returns in July and August

March 8, 2026

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Live quarter horse and thoroughbred racing returns this summer to North Dakota Horse Park in Fargo. The 2026 season begins on Friday, July 10 with a free t-Shirt giveaway for the first 500 people through the gates. The racing season will continue through four weekends for a total of eight live racing days, with closing day…

North Dakota Democrats endorse candidates including Trygve Hammer for U.S. House

March 8, 2026

KVRR Staff,

Trygve Hammer speaks to delegates of the Democratic-NPL state convention March 7, 2026, in Bismarck. (Photo by Kyle Martin/For the North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) – North Dakota Democrats endorsed Trygve Hammer Saturday to represent the party after a fiery convention speech critical of Republican incumbent Rep. Julie Fedorchak. Hammer overwhelmingly defeated Democratic-NPL candidates Vern Thompson and Helene…

Sleep Experts Weigh In On Daylight Saving Time

Daylight Saving Time Has Negative Mental, Physical Health Effects, Say Medical Professionals

The ongoing disruption to our bodies' rhythms leads to higher rates of heart attack and stroke.

March 8, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – For many people, seeing that extra hour vanish into thin air is dispiriting – but it’s a bummer that is mostly forgotten as we try and adapt to the new normal. But Erin Jirak, a sleep medicine specialist with Essentia Health based in Wahpeton, says that our bodies aren’t so quick to move on. Shifting the…

6th Annual ‘Battle of the Buns’ Event Strives to Raise Awareness of Rectal Cancer

The disease, unfortunately, is only becoming more and more prevalent in individuals under the age of 50.

March 8, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A local non-profit focused on rectal cancer awareness held their biggest annual event this Saturday. Love Your Buns hosted the annual Battle of the Buns at Living Waters Lutheran Church in Fargo. The event has two competition aspects: a traditional “battle of the bands” setup, and local bakers showing off their tastiest treats to try and…

Unglued Craft Fest Returns to West Acres for 16th Installment

Organizers say this year, they focused on having more hands-on crafting activities for attendees.

March 8, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The weather is just beginning to improve to the point where folks can regularly leave their home for activities – and they jumped on the chance this weekend to check out the area’s biggest craft showcase. The 16th annual Unglued Craft Fest marketed itself as a cure to cabin fever. Over 80 artisans set up shop…

Community Organizes Fundraiser to Benefit Churches United, Dorothy Day Food Pantry

Churches United said they were overwhelmingly grateful that the community independently decided to come together and raise money for their mission.

March 8, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – Community organizers came together this weekend to lend a helping hand to Churches United in their battle against hunger in Fargo-Moorhead. The “Empty Bowls” fundraiser was held at Swing Barrel Brewing Company on Saturday. It cost $35 to attend, with that money getting you a bowl handcrafted by local artisans and access to an array of…