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Anti-ICE Protest at Proposed Data Center on Reports of Vice President’s Arrival

HARWOOD, N.D. —  A dozen or so anti-ICE protestors demonstrated at the site of a planned $3 billion AI data center after multiple reports of ICE enforcement sightings Monday in the metro. That’s after the metro-based activist group said online they were responding to rumors Vice President J.D. Vance had arrived in Fargo and would be touring the data center…

Allegiant to acquire Minnesota-based Sun Country in deal worth $1.5 billion

Allegiant (Instagram)(FOX 9) — A major merger to create a leading leisure-focused U.S. airline. Allegiant will acquire Sun Country in a cash and stock transaction valued at around $1.5 billion. The combined company will maintain a significant presence in Minneapolis-St. Paul, where Sun Country is based, while being headquartered in Las Vegas. The combined airline will offer more than 650…

Taco John’s makes a comeback in Fargo

Taco John’s, FargoFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The long wait for local Taco John’s fans is over. The restaurant chain has officially returned to Fargo. Many people stopped by the re-opening of the 45th Street South location to welcome Taco John’s back to the metro. This is the first one to open in the metro since the last Taco John’s closed…

KidCo Children’s Museum in Moorhead will close in March

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A children’s museum in Moorhead will be closing this spring. KidCo Children’s Museum announces that March 28th will be its last day in operation. The museum, north of Main Avenue, opened in 2023. In a post to social media, the closure will not affect any birthday parties or booked events. People are also available to continue…

Charlie’s Place, a coffee shop staffed by people with intellectual disabilities, closing

Aaron Axness works at Charlie’s Place in Fargo. (Charlie’s Place photo)FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) — Charlie’s Place, a south Fargo coffee shop staffed by people with intellectual disabilities, announced it is closing this month. The announcement, posted to social media, says the shop is struggling to keep up with expenses, and staff were forced to make the decision to close. “Charlie’s Place…

Jolly Old St. Nick Comes to the Jasper

FARGO — He’s sort of a world authority on Christmas cookies. And this weekend, you can decorate cookies with Santa in downtown Fargo, and learn some Christmas lore from the jolly old elf himself. It’s all part of holiday programming at the Jasper Hotel in downtown. You can check out their hot chocolate bar, tell Santa your wish list, and…

Update: Sheriff identifies man who died after workplace accident in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – The man who died after a workplace accident in Moorhead has been identified as a 51-year-old Fargo man. Clay County Sheriff Mark Empting says a preliminary investigation indicates Stacy Martin was working with a lift axle on a truck when a temporary weld failed, causing the axle to fall onto his chest and abdominal area. Empting…

Local foodies rejoice over opening of new Mexican restaurant, Maria’s

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Maria’s, located on 102 Broadway N, opened its doors on Tuesday for a soft opening. While the restaurant itself is new, the food and its owners are no strangers to the Fargo community. Originally known for their catering and pop-ups, the owners have been serving the community for over eight years. Now with a storefront, they…