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Some fear stronger restrictions for downtown Fargo

As Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn expresses concern over public safety downtown, some feel the city commission is approaching issues downtown too aggressively.

September 20, 2022

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — As Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn expresses concern over public safety downtown, some feel the city commission is approaching issues downtown too aggressively “We have to take back our downtown. Right now, the perception is our downtown is not safe and we have to address it,” said Piepkorn. Along with construction and population growth, the downtown…

LIVE: Take A Seat With FMCT

Own a piece of performing arts history.

September 20, 2022

Emily Welker,

Take a seat. No, really. That’s what a longtime performing arts center in the region is hoping you’ll do to help them out with their theater demolition. After all these years, the Stage at Island Park is coming down. And now, FMCT is asking people to come by and pick up theater seats before the building is leveled. The stage…

Congressional delegation in North Dakota joins fight to save union jobs at Motor Coach

The company plans to close the Pembina plant by the end of the year and dozens of jobs will be lost

September 19, 2022

Alison Voorhees,

PEMBINA, N.D. (KVRR) — Members of congress in North Dakota are asking Motor Coach to reconsider its decision to close its Pembina plant. About 175 members of IAM Local W384 were told they will be out of a job by the end of the year. Senators Kevin Cramer and John Hoeven, along with Representative Kelly Armstrong, say these workers produce…

Five Below hits West Fargo

September 16, 2022

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WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — West Fargo has a new all purpose store that offers a real bang for your buck! The grand opening is this week and they will be having all kinds of fun activities to break the store in. Known nationwide for their deals and variety of items on sale, Five Below staff says they are thrilled…

Farmers around the globe gather at the 42nd annual Big Iron Farm Show

September 15, 2022

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WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A North Dakota tradition celebrates its 42nd year as the Big Iron Farm Show has farmers excited for all kinds of gadgets and features. Exhibitors and thousands of farmers across the globe gather for the 42nd annual Big Iron Farm Show in West Fargo. “We’re on our third and final day of the 2022 Big…

Union employees reach deal with American Crystal Sugar Company

The vote was held on Tuesday

September 14, 2022

Alison Voorhees,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Union employees reach a new four-year collective bargaining agreement with American Crystal Sugar Company. The agreement increases wages by 17 percent over four years, enhances vacation and time-off, increases the pension payout, adds a new vision insurance plan and a $1,000 retention bonus. Lisa Borgen with American Crystal says, “We are very pleased to have reached…

Free meals for truckers during Truck Driver Appreciation Week

September 12, 2022

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CASS COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s an industry that touches pretty much everything we do. “If you’re eating it, if you’re purchasing it, it came on a truck. We need these folks to supply us,” President of the F-M Transportation Club Kelly Krapu said. To give truckers a free lunch is an easy thing the F-M Transportation Club, North Dakota Motorcarriers…

Moorhead’s Ole’s Nursery & Landscaping plans to close

September 7, 2022

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MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A Moorhead landscaping business that’s been a staple of the community is closing soon. Ole’s Nursery has served the F-M area for more than 50 years. Owner Vern Kroshus says all of the plants at Ole’s are on sale starting at 20 to 25 percent off. He says he’s trying to sell the business but would…

WWE cancels Grand Forks event

September 7, 2022

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STAMFORD, Conn. (KVRR) – World Wrestling Entertainment cancels its Sunday Stunner event October 2 at Ralph Engelstad Arena. Refunds are available through the original point of purchase. Ticketmaster says that will happen “once funds are received from the event organizer which is usually completed within 30 days.” The business says if tickets were transferred to you, the refund will go…

$32,500 made from alcohol sales during Saturday’s Bison game

September 6, 2022

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargodome officials say alcohol sales were 25 percent of revenue from Saturday’s North Dakota State football game against Drake on Saturday. It was the first time alcohol was sold at a Bison football game at the dome. General Manager Rob Sobolik says, based on preliminary numbers, booze sales equaled $32,500 in sales. He says he’s pleased…