Community

YWCA of Cass Clay shares concerns after a grant to provide shelter had not been renewed

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A funding source for shelters across the state has expired, and YWCA of Cass Clay’s CEO has expressed her concerns. The grant, provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under the Continuum of Care program, had provided housing for those who were in need. In 2025, the state received $3.3 million, which provided…

Inaugural Indigenous Film Festival

FARGO — It’s a culture with a rich tradition of oral storytelling. And they’re looking for local filmmakers to bring their stories to the silver screen, here in the metro. Organizers are putting out a call for submissions for the very first Indigenous Film Festival in Fargo. It’s open to Native American and Indigenous directors, co-directors, or producers. You can…

Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank President speaks at Fargo summit on the changing economy

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Over the last several years, the economy has been significantly impacted by the actions of people. According to Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank President Neel Kashkari, this trend is expected to continue. “This part of America is structurally short of workers. I hear about affordable housing, I hear about affordable childcare, and I hear about we…

Pet Connection: Meet Babka and Snowflake

FARGO — If you’ve ever had a newborn in your life, you probably remember just how much work they can be. The long, sleepless nights, the frequent crying, the feedings every couple of hours. And for the volunteers of Cat’s Cradle, that’s what they do every time someone brings in someone like little Snowflake. He was born prematurely two weeks…

Crews work to clear out slush and heavy snow throughout the metro

FARGO/MOORHEAD (KVRR) — Snow has returned to the region once again. With slippery roads and heavy snow, public works is working hard to clean up the mess. “Crews have been out keeping the roads cleared off and putting some product down to prevent ice. And the mild temperatures have been helping us out also,” said Paul Fiechtner, Public Works Director…

City of Fargo asks residents their opinions on food pushcarts in downtown

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Food pushcarts have operated in Downtown Fargo for over a number of years. Providing lunchtime, late-night, and seasonal food options for both residents and visitors. And now, the city wants to know what people think about food pushcarts. “We’ve received various complaints, concerns, comments. Most of the time, it’s complaints that are calling the city of…

Sen. Amy Klobuchar encourages public to frequent businesses affected by recent ICE raids

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — As part of her campaign for governor of Minnesota, Sen. Amy Klobuchar checked in with local businesses to advocate for spending locally. The visit comes as Gov. Tim Walz announced his plans to allocate $10 million to local businesses that have been affected by the recent I.C.E. raids. Businesses will be able to apply for loans…

Moorhead brewery owner wants more stability, predictability amid rising tariffs

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Rising tariffs over the last year have affected how one brewery owner has run his business. And he says there needs to be more stability and predictability moving forward. “When we don’t have those things, it makes it a lot harder for us to make good, solid business decisions. We cannot absorb hits before taking risks…

Community Gathers to Search for Isadora Wengel

Organizers handed out maps of the Red River and encouraged searchers to mark where they had looked. They hoped to find Isadora and bring her home, but they also wanted to show support for her still-grieving family.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Since Isadora Wengel was reported missing in early January, the Fargo Police Department and other law enforcement agencies have been looking for her tirelessly. The case against her boyfriend, 21-year-old Joshua Hite, has moved forward on circumstantial evidence – but neither officials nor the general public will rest until her remains are found. To that end…

Drekker Celebrates Anti-Valentine’s Day with “Love Stinks” Event

The emo-themed extravaganza featured all-day flash tattoo from Amarok.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – For many, Saturday was all about love, passion, and celebrating togetherness with your committed romantic partner. Brewhalla made sure they offered an alternative for those not too keen on those concepts. The Drekker taproom played host to “Love Stinks”, a tattooing and craft event also celebrating the emo genre of music. Amarok Tattoo was in-house doing…