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Police takes on Fire Dept. for blood donations during WF Battle for the Badges

All the blood given at the West Fargo Double Tree will be given to Vitalant and sent to to 70 hospitals in the tri-state area.

December 28, 2021

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WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- It’s fire versus police in a battle for blood that benefits the community. “We’re very fortunate to partner with the West Fargo Fire and Police Departments for this event. You know, they’re leaders in the community. We like using their influence for the good cause,” said Vitalant Donor Recruitment Representative Jessica Kinzler said. This is the…

Woman gives out 120 carbon monoxide detectors following Moorhead deaths

After seeing the seven deaths in Moorhead, entrepreneur Sheletta Brundidge shipped 120 carbon monoxide detectors to people in the Fargo Moorhead area.

December 28, 2021

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FARGO-MOORHEAD (KVRR) – After seeing the seven deaths in Moorhead, entrepreneur Sheletta Brundidge shipped 120 carbon monoxide detectors to people in the Fargo Moorhead area. Last week we first told you about this Twin Cities woman’s mission and she requested people who can’t afford one to reach out. Along with help from the Cottage Grove Fire Department, Brundidge was able…

Lend A Hand Up makes 17 families’ spirits bright with $2,500 each in donations

December 22, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s a wonderful feeling when you’re going through hard times to know someone is there that cares. “It’s so overwhelming, the community support we received. It’s been very overwhelming” Stacie Rinde who’s battling breast cancer said. Seventeen families going through health issues receive $2,500 from Lend A Hand Up through Holiday Hand Up. Fifty thousand dollars…

Families get food & toys from the generosity of the community & the Salvation Army

December 21, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – After weeks of bell ringing and collecting donations, the Salvation Army hands out toys and food to families in need. “This is not just a Salvation Army. This is the entire community rallying together to make sure that the needs of families are met for Christmas,” Volunteer & Public Relations Coordinator Kristi Simmons said. Northview Church…

West Fargo City Commission okays research on putting half-cent public safety sales tax to public vote

The recent census showed the City’s population rose more than 49 percent and is projected to rise over 45,000 in 2027.

December 21, 2021

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WEST FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – West Fargo City Commissioners have voted to give the go-ahead for city staff to research putting a half-cent public safety sales tax to a vote on the 2022 ballot.City Administrator Tina Fisk told the commission the tax would add funding for the West Fargo Fire and Police Departments without needing big increases in property taxes…

Moorhead tragedy hits home for Minnesota woman

Brundidge lost five family members to CO poisoning in Louisiana after Hurricane Laura

December 20, 2021

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COTTAGE GROVE, Minn. (KVRR) – “When I saw the story in Moorhead where seven people were in the house and there was no forced entry and the police went to check on them, because they hadn’t heard from them, family members hadn’t heard from them. I felt like I was living my situation all over again,” Media Personality Sheletta Brundidge…

Merry Mornings: Sustainable Sparkle with Heirlooms Thrift & Gift

Get expert tips on how to get locally-sourced holiday glam you can feel good about.

December 20, 2021

Emily Welker,

It’s one of the biggest trends in holiday home decor: upcycling. It ticks all the boxes for a modern approach to creating holiday displays. The pieces are unique, so your look will stand out from the crowd. They come in from local sources and donations, so they don’t have to be trucked in from miles away, thereby cutting down on…

Seven people found dead in Moorhead twin home

Moorhead Police say four adults and three children were found dead inside the home

December 19, 2021

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MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A tragic story is still being unraveled out of Moorhead. Four adults and three children are found dead inside a Moorhead twin home Saturday night. Police and fire responded around 7:50 Saturday night to a community neighbors describe as quiet and tight knit. The bodies were found by by family members conducting a welfare check at…

Fallen veterans honored at Fargo National Cemetery

Volunteers are remembering veterans by laying wreaths on their headstones

December 18, 2021

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HARWOOD, N.D. (KVRR-TV) – The Daughters of the American Revolution, the Civil Air Patrol, and members of the Fargo Memorial Honor guard are remembering veterans by laying wreaths on their headstones at the Fargo National Cemetery. This effort is a nationwide movement, called Wreaths Across America. Over 2,500 wreath-laying ceremonies are happening across the United States, at sea, and…

Golden Drive brings holiday cheer to the needy

"We have raised over 18,000 pairs of socks this year."

December 17, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Santa is helping Golden Drive raise money and homelessness awareness in the cold. Santa and his helpers are ringing their bells at the West Fargo Fire Department accepting donations to help homeless kids in the community. “It warms me so much that it helps me pass the -40 nights up in the North Pole. Especially this…