FARGO (KVRR) – They’re some of the most beautiful and beloved birds in North Dakota and Minnesota. But the raptors of our region are in trouble, and they need our help. A group of volunteers who work to save the lives of injured and sick federally protected raptors here in our region is trying to get the birds a facility…
MOORHEAD — Waiting in the drive-thru lane is boring. But now, on your morning commute in the metro, you can get your coffee order with a side of canine cuteness. That’s thanks to a new program one local dog shelter is launching. It’s called “Diners, Drive-Thrus and Dogs.” The name is a riff on the well-known Guy Fieri show. And…
MOORHEAD — If you missed out on getting enough hugs and kisses this Valentine’s day, don’t worry, because Sparkler has you covered. She’s a young Labrador mix who’s lived most of her life at 4 Luv of Dog shelter in Fargo-Moorhead, and she loves to greet people with big hugs and kisses right away. She came to them as a…
BOTTINEAU, N.D. — Are you choked up over an ex this Valentine’s Day? Bitter over a breakup? Lump left in your throat over love gone wrong? You might find this easier to swallow: a cockroach. At least, the exotic animals at Bottineau, North Dakota-based Kritter Krazy Reptile and Exotic Rescue do. For a small donation, they can heal your…
FARGO, N.D., (KVRR)–Pancakes, bounce houses, and all of it for charity. What can beat that? The 66th annual Pancake Karnival hosted by Kiwanis was hosted on the floor of the Fargodome. For only 10 dollars a person, people were able to enjoy pancakes, sausage, and kids were able to enjoy multiple bounce houses. This event helps fund nonprofits throughout the…
FARGO — She’s got a clear shot at being the top dog in the country this morning. And a therapy dog from right here in our region needs our help to do it. Maura the Golden Retriever is a therapy dog for Hillsboro school students, seniors, hospice patients, and countless others through our region. She’s the North Dakota pick for…
FARGO — It’s one of the fastest-growing fan bases in the U.S. And now, Fargo fans of true crime lore are invited to connect with real-life experts this weekend. The True Crime Expo is launching its first convention on Saturday and Sunday. It’ll feature folks from the Jacob Wetterling Foundation, as well as local and regional law enforcement and legal…
We know there are some special challenges women leaders face that are different than other people’s. But one of those challenges can come from inside the woman herself. An organization in the metro’s looking to change that. She Overcomes works with women leaders, founders and entrepreneurs to help them stop holding themselves back. They invest capital, training and business mentorship…
FARGO — NDSU scientists have a new study out that shows student athletes have serious long-term repercussions from the kind of coaching they get, even if they don’t wind up being professional athletes. The study turns on its head some of traditional “win at any cost” approaches to coaching as being the best or only way to get results from…
MOORHEAD, Minn., (KVRR)- The Frostival continues and takes advantage of the nice weather. A kickball tournament was hosted at MB Johnson Park in Moorhead. The tournament took all players from the Fargo kickball league and scramble them into 2 teams playing a best of 3 series. This tournament was held last year as well and it’s held to show people…
