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Fargo firefighters union, others endorse switch to city council form of government

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Fargo Firefighters Union and a group that represents several local labor unions is endorsing a petition that would change Fargo’s form of government. The petition created by two former city commissioners is gaining traction, with over halfway to their goal of 6,000 signatures. Fargo Firefighters Union President Ron Guggisberg explained why the union is supporting…

26th annual RDO Caters Taters luncheon fundraises for children’s advocacy center

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Many scrambled over to the Holiday Inn on Tuesday to get a taste of a freshly baked potato. The 26th annual RDO Caters Taters luncheon returned, with this year’s fundraising going to the Red River Children’s Advocacy Center. The organization works to provide healing and justice for children who have experienced abuse. Money raised will go…

MATBUS offers riders a free ride for ‘Try MATBUS’ week

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — MATBUS is offering riders a free ride on all its fixed route services all this week. The free rides come as part of MATBUS ‘Try MATBUS week.’ It’s a week dedicated to showing the Fargo-Moorhead community all the benefits MATBUS has to offer. The service comes as each year, two million passengers use the service on…

Second “No Kings” Protest Again Draws Crowds to City Hall

Demonstrators remain upset over a myriad of policy decisions from the Trump Administration.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The first “No Kings” protest at Fargo City Hall was held back in June. The second, in October, saw a similar turnout. Most protesters said that not only have their concerns not been addressed, most of the issues they’re worried about have only gotten worse. The nationwide protests are organized under the “No Kings” moniker because…

Punkin Bash Gets Drekker Patrons in the Fall Spirit

The day featured indoor and outdoor activities for all ages.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It might not feel like fall outside quite yet, but that’s not stopping Brewhalla from getting into the seasonal spirit. October 19 saw the celebration called Punkin Bash take over Drekker Brewing Company. There were tons of kid-friendly activities set up outside, like face painting and duck picking. Inside, there was a space for pumpkin decorating…

Fargo Mini Marathon Returns with Nearly 1,000 Participants

There was a 5k run Friday evening, followed by the 10k and half-marathon Saturday morning.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A beloved local running event returned this weekend in emphatic fashion. The Fargo Mini Marathon came back after a 5-year hiatus, having not been held since 2019. There was a 5k Friday night, where runners were encouraged to dress up in costume, as well as a 10k and a half marathon Saturday morning. All races began…

Jail Chaplains Hosts 19th Annual Dessert Social

The event is intended to help fundraise but also to highlight some of the impactful work the organization has done over the past year.

MOORHEAD, MN – Over 300 bodies filled the main space at the Armory Events Center on the evening of October 16 to celebrate the work of Jail Chaplains. It was the 19th Annual Dessert Social for the Fargo-based nonprofit. Staff say it’s their biggest event of the year, and that none of this would be possible without community support. “We’re…

Essentia Health donates one million for downtown Moorhead’s new building, ‘The Loop’

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Moorhead Mayor Shelley Carlson proudly announced on Thursday Essentia Health’s donation of one million dollars. The donation comes from their commitment in bringing together Moorhead for a lifelong health and wellness journey. “Together, the city of Moorhead and Essentia Health envision a future where innovation, collaboration, and education converge to create a healthier, vibrant community that…