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Roers files building permit application for Fargo townhome project

June 6, 2022

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – Jim Roers, President of Roers Construction and Development, has filed an application for a building permit to build seven townhomes on the block near the St. Paul Newman Center Church and the View Apartments at 12th Avenue North and University Drive. It’s the latest move in the ongoing controversy over the Fargo townhome construction issue between…

New Approach ND gathers signatures to legalize marijuana

The goal is for marijuana to be legalized for recreational use for adults 21 years or older.

June 4, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- New Approach North Dakota is holding a weekend drive thru petition event downtown in Fargo, in the West parking lot of Tochi Products. “It’s been phenomenal. We have about a 100 signatures here, we’ve only been here about three hours. The reception has been all good, the community really feels excited about it,” said Bradley Foster, New…

Amazon Union President encourages unionization in Fargo

June 2, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – After a Staten Island Amazon warehouse unionized in April, more workers want to follow their lead. “There was no protection for me, the company has the at-will cause and most of these corporations do and that’s something that, without a union, these corporations absolutely exploit. So, we have to put an end to that and having…

Bitzero to locate North American headquarters in North Dakota

SHARK TANK CO-STAR KEVIN O'LEARY: "DATA IS THE NEW OIL"

June 1, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Bitzero says its North American headquarters will be in North Dakota. Governor Doug Burgum and entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary, known as Mr. Wonderful in “Shark Tank” and an investor in Bitzero, join the company’s CEO and Three Affiliated Tribes Chairman Mark Fox for the announcement. “Data is the new oil. This state has plenty of energy. Now,…

Fargo man says he’s first with all-electric pickup in ND

A Fargo man who works in solar roofing says he's the first person to have an all-electric pickup truck in North Dakota.

May 31, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Ben Holsen, the owner of Holsen Home Solar, says investing in an all-electric pickup truck aligns with his business where he installs solar panel roofs onto people’s homes. “A couple of years ago I decided I really wanted to put solar panels on my lake house. I couldn’t really find anybody doing it in the area. So,…

Building that caught fire in Wadena is expected to be rebuilt

It was a difficult Memorial Day for people in Wadena as the city dealt with a large fire at a storage building and a tornado warning

May 31, 2022

Site Staff,

WADENA, Minn. (KVRR) – It was a difficult Memorial Day for people in Wadena as the city dealt with a large fire at a storage building and a tornado warning. There were concerns about toxic chemicals burning inside a building behind Minnesota Valley Irrigation, but nothing harmful ended up on fire. Firefighters were made to leave the scene for 30…

New Life Center opens second thrift store in South Fargo

Similar to their North Fargo thrift shop, it's a way for those struggling financially to buy quality items at a reasonable price.

May 31, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The New Life Center opens a second thrift store on the 5500 block of 51st Avenue South continuing its mission helping people struggling with homelessness. Organizers say clothing is the primary product they can always use as there’s always a need for clothes. All the money they make goes back to expand programs within the New…

Celebrating National BBQ Month

National BBQ month is here and one local restaurant has special plans for national brisket and hamburger day.

May 28, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- Jay’s Smokin’ BBQ has been serving the Fargo-Moorhead community for years, they offer smoked BBQ, Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, Tacos, Sandwiches, and Nachos. They say the BBQ community in the area is continuously growing and they’re forming their own culture. This month is being celebrated all over the country, “On top of national BBQ month, tomorrow is…

LIVE: Fargo Mayoral Race

Meet Sheri Fercho.

May 27, 2022

Emily Welker,

We’re wrapping up our series today of the live one on ones with the Fargo Mayoral candidates. Sheri Fercho is the final candidate challenging Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney in the June election. Fercho’s number one platform item is beautification of the city. She says if elected, she’d work to restore green spaces, cleaner streets, and invest in beautification projects to…

New additions for Hospice of the Red River Valley for “hospital in disguise”

May 26, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Major development is underway for the Hospice of the Red River Valley including new additions for patients and their loved ones in a 20-year project. Many people across Fargo-Moorhead come to South Fargo to celebrate while those behind the project break the ground and dig in dirt starting the construction process. The leadership team is excited…