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Coats for Kids & Families Are Being Given Out By The Salvation Army

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Before the cold winter, the Salvation army is doing their part to help those in need. The Salvation army is running Coats for Kids and Families at the Hope Lutheran Church today and Thursday from 9am-4pm. Currently they have around 2,000 coats, snow boots, hats, gloves, and scarves in total. “We’re so grateful for the opportunity…

City of Fargo introduces mandatory De-escalation Training

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – After hearing about bar staff in Fargo mistreating customers, the city made its de-escalation training mandatory for bars and restaurants which serve alcohol. After running its first course, Fargo Liquor Control Committee realized the material they were teaching to service staff was not the right fit. They have now partnered with the North Dakota Safety Council…

Minnesota State University Moorhead introduces new exhibit for Equality

MOORHEAD, MINN (KVRR) – MSUM has opened a new exhibit for their E-Quality program established in 1968. Created by then President John Naumaier, this program was designed to help minority students attend and afford college in the height of the civil rights era.  The goal was to make college possible for people who couldn’t because of poverty, class, or color….

48th year of ValleyCon

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The people of Fargo dressed up as their favorite characters for the 48th year of ValleyCon this weekend. Valley con 48 let the people of Fargo escape reality for the weekend. As best in film, television, books, video games, comics, toys, and more packed the holiday inn. Chairman of ValleyCon Tony Tilton says, “The whole point…

Concordia College inaugurates 12th president

MOORHEAD, MINN. (KVRR) – Members of the Concordia college community came to show their support for the school’s new president, Dr. Colin Irvine. The prayer filled ceremony had musical performances by the Concordia Band and Choir. Irvine mentioned his commitment to institutional growth, program development, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Irvine said, “I believe our future is full of…

Concordia College unveils its new state of the art Heimarck Center

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – The center is named after long time professor in the health science department, Dr. Ted Heimarck. Concordia Colleges President Colin Irvine said, “Behind me is a building that exists because he existed and that speaks to the impact he had on people that was so profound and so powerful that they’re willing to give their resources there…

Fargo Police Department seeking recruits for academy starting in January

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Fargo Police Department is looking for recruits to join its upcoming Fargo Police Academy class this January. This 13-week program will consist of training in the classroom, workouts, and classroom demonstrations. Once completed, recruits will begin field training with a training officer. We got an inside look at the academy and what you can expect…