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American Red Cross and Gate City Bank partner up to make a quilt drive for veterans

The American Red Cross and Gate City Bank are partnering up to help veterans. These two are looking for quiltmakers to help make quilts for veterans in need of them for the upcoming season. Their goal is to help create over 300 quilts to give to those vets in VA hospitals, homes, and at stand down events. These quilts will…

4 Luv of Dogs hosts Auction to raise money for their rescue dogs

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — If you are in need of some items and would like to help rescue dogs, 4 luv of dogs has something for you. 4 luv of dogs, a non profit rescue organization is starting their 15th annual silent auction today. This auction has over 700 items including furniture, clothing, gift baskets, and much more. This auction…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Rubix

Let's solve a problem together -- this dog needs a home. Could it be with you?

FARGO — It’s a real puzzle to us why this cute little Rubix — as in Rubik’s cube — hasn’t been adopted yet. He came in to 4 Luv of Dog rescue from the pound, and while they’re not sure exactly what breeds make up his genetic heritage, judging from his blocky face, there might be some Rottweiler going on…

Hockey-related death leads to more discussions about neck guards

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Former NHL player Adam Johnson died while playing a hockey game in Great Britain. A skate came up from opponent Matt Petgrave and cut Johnson’s neck. Johnson was a native of Hibbing, Minnesota. The incident has sparked multiple conversations about the use of Neck Guards, a piece of protection made with Kevlar. Matt Fetsch, Executive Director…

Hundreds turn out for Monster Mash Trunk-or-Treat in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Kids from all over Fargo Moorhead dressed in their scariest costumes for the monster mash Trunk or Treat. Ghouls, goblins, witches and other creatures were in attendance for the annual event. The event had over 1,000 kids show up and go home with buckets full of candy. Local businesses, organizations, and foundations came out to support…

Firefighter Recruit Training in West Fargo in Preparation for Winter

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Local firefighter recruits are undergoing training in West Fargo. They started field training on Tuesday by putting out basic car fires. “Today they are starting with their initial fire training with actual live fire, so we’re just developing a comfort level as they approach a fire as we advance to more advanced fires in the…

Odissi Dance Company brings traditional Indian dance to Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Odissi Dance Company along with other artists traveled to Fargo for the Nach-an Odissi exploration. Odissi Dance Company educates the American people about Odissi, an ancient Indian classical dance form. Artistic director for Odissi Dance company, Aparupa Chatterjee said, “Odissi dance company is just a small sheltered version of the dance school here in the…

Minnesota based Dog Food Company to open a New Service Dog Training Facility

    GREENVILLE, MINN. (KVRR) – NutriSource, a Perham, Minnesota based dog food company, is opening a new service dog training facility. The Spot located in Greenfield, west of the Twin Cities, will support veterans and first responders on their path toward healing with their four legged best friend by their side. The facility along with training will offer daycare,…