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LIVE: St. Patrick’s Day Preps with Beer & Fish

We're getting corny on the Morning Show.

If you’re hoping for a traditional corned beef and cabbage meal on St. Patrick’s Day, better plan to line up early. Restaurateur Bert Myers, who owns Dempsey’s Irish Pub as well as Beer & Fish and both Wurst Bier Halls, says his corned beef sells out fast every year. They start serving at about 11 a.m., and it’s usually gone…

Fargo’s new Brewhalla sets an opening date

The indoor market created by Drekker Brewing will include multiple stores, shops and restaurants

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The time has come for Brewhalla to open. Fargo’s new food & entertainment wonderland will open to the public this Saturday, March 18 at 10 a.m. The indoor market created by Drekker Brewing will include multiple stores, shops and restaurants. Some well-known places include: Unglued, Luna Market and Nichole’s Fine Pastry. Brewhalla will also include a…

MATBUS cancels all services Saturday and Sunday due to forecasted storm

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Due to the forecasted winter storm, MATBUS has canceled all services for Saturday and Sunday. The Ground Transportation Center on Northern Pacific Avenue in Downtown Fargo will also be closed. MATBUS says they will continue to monitor weather conditions. Any future service changes will be communicated to the public on MATBUS.com, as well as on social…

Animals still being abandoned across U.S. years after pandemic restrictions loosened

UNITED STATES (KVRR) — Two years after COVID-19 pandemic restrictions started to loosen around the F-M area, cats, dogs and even exotic animals are still abandoned with not much room for shelters to take them in. Tasha Gorentz says many pets were adopted out of impulse and says it’s important to do research before taking in a new family member….

Local Vigil Held For Minneapolis Trans Woman Who Was Attacked

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) —  After a violent attack on a trans woman at a light rail station in Minneapolis last week, the community was outraged. “It’s really unfortunate that we’re just outted for violence.” says Rynn Willgohs the organizer of the vigil. This prompted a community outcry and renewed concerns for the safety of trans individuals. In coordination with a…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Otis

Haircut notwithstanding, this guy is really handsome.

Have you ever come away from the salon with a haircut you just knew wasn’t doing you any favors? Now imagine having to go on TV with your new ‘do, and you’ll know exactly what Otis is going through. This fluffy fellow came to the Morning Show with his friend Heather Klefstad from Homeward Animal Shelter, and he’s definitely feeling…

Moorhead community steps up for graduating seniors from underprivileged backgrounds

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Moorhead High School is assuring that every student graduating this year will have a chance to walk the stage with their peers. “I think it’s giving dignity and worth to all of our students and giving them a chance to recognize their accomplishments and do that with pride and not feeling like maybe they weren’t worth…

Locals Gather To Celebrate International Women’s Day

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. This day also marks a call to action for the acceleration of women’s equality. Kondial Kel International focuses on topics that unite the community by improving women’s and youth’s mental health and overall well-being – leading them to live…

LIVE: Unglued Craft Fest 2023

Coming unglued with all the snow? We can help entertain you.

If you’re in need of a little break from all the snow and shoveling we’re dealing with, we’ve got the perfect antidote. The 13th annual Unglued Craft Fest is coming up this weekend at the West Acres Mall. It’s your one-stop shopping destination for everything locally-produced, handmade, artisan-crafted, creative, quirky and just plain eye-catching in decor, treats, clothing, crafts and…