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LIVE: Monster Mash Trunk or Treat

Save yourself the door-to-door and gather for goodies in Moorhead this year.

Just days before Halloween, they’re summoning the monsters to gather in Moorhead’s city center… and you can be there too. The city’s parks and recreation department is holding its first-ever Monster Mash Trunk or Treat on October 28th. You can gather under the full moon with your little witches, hobgoblins, werewolves and vampires for candy, crafts, and games. It’s an…

Fargo Liquor Control Board approves transfer of Africa Restaurant & Nightclub’s liquor license

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo’s Liquor Control Board unanimously approves the transfer of Africa International Restaurant & Nightclub’s liquor license to the commercial realtor who owns the building. Fargo City Commission will make the final decision on the transfer at its next meeting scheduled for November 1st. If approved, the new license owner would be owner of 518 Properties, Tyler…

Nine Fargo restaurants & bars fail alcohol compliance checks

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Although a majority of businesses passed the most recent alcohol compliance checks, Fargo’s Police Chief says some have a “culture” of serving alcohol to minors. “Most of these people are trained, some of them are even looking at ID’s, and they’re serving anyway,” Chief David Zibolski said during Wednesday’s Liquor Control Board meeting. Nine out of…

Fargo’s Amazon fulfillment center hopes to fill 1,100 positions

"We offer a workplace where associates can grow."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo’s brand-new Amazon Fulfillment Center is seeking employees to fill open positions. North Dakota’s first-ever Amazon Fulfillment Center is in full swing with over 300 employees busily boxing and shipping out orders across the area. This is the largest building in North Dakota, which means it needs a large number of employees to fill open positions….

Sandy’s Donuts Supports Ronald McDonald House with Stripes Special

  WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Sandy’s Donuts is supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Red River Valley with their Stripes Special. For each dozen of donuts sold, Sandy’s is donating $3 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities to help sick families and children who are receiving medical care. The iconic red and white stripes were put on…

Liberian business community shares needs with Fargo, Moorhead & West Fargo leaders

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The City of Fargo hosts a summit with the Liberian business community. Small business owners expressing their needs to officials from Fargo, West Fargo, and Moorhead. Fargo’s Director of Diversity Dr. Terry Hogan says the summit offers the Liberian community information and resources. There was also a question and answer session to find out how people…

Energy Secretary calls bringing clean technology to ND “a huge opportunity”

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm Visits To Hear Clean Energy Pitch

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – Climate change and clean energy transitioning forward could be centered around North Dakota. “I believe we’ve got the regulatory environment, we’ve got the commitment to technology, we’ve got the entrepreneur. We’ve got partnerships between the federal, state, and private sector,” North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum said. A state united in an effort to move into…

City of Fargo Meets With Liberian Community

Prominent local authorities meet with the United Liberian Association of North Dakota

 FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The City of Fargo hosted a summit with the Liberian Business Community. Small business owners expressing their needs to the local authorities from Fargo, West Fargo, and Moorhead. Fargo’s Director of Diversity Dr. Terry Hogan says the summit offers the Liberian Community information and resources. There was also a Q and A session to find out…

FMWF Chamber launches workforce initiative

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — FMWF Chamber has launched a workforce initiative aimed at helping people find suitable jobs and assisting local businesses in finding the right employees. Those with the Chamber believe the newly-launched digital platform called Ignite FMWF will be transformational in the way workers and employees find each other. “We have a lot of great individuals, companies, nonprofits,…

ND Main Street Summit Inspires Community Leaders Across the State

"We want North Dakota to be the place that attracts and retains workforce and families."

  WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Community leaders from around the state came together to hear about the Main Street Initiative.  Over 700 people gathered at the Rustad Recreation Center in West Fargo to hear from nationally renowned speakers and gain insight on how to create and pay for smart, efficient infrastructure. “The goal of the summit is really to…