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Four HOPE Inc. Sled Hockey Athletes Will Tryout for a Spot on the National Team

Tryouts will take place in Buffalo, NY from July 7-12th

FARGO, N.D. –Having the chance to represent your country on a national level is an opportunity only few get the chance to do. For four athletes on the Hurricanes sled hockey team, that possibility will become one step closer to a reality when they travel to Buffalo, NY next month to compete for a spot on USA’s Team. “I’m kind…

L.A. Photographer Sharing Stories of Fargo LGBTQ Youth Through “Project Contrast”

Maxwell Poth is originally from Salt Lake City, traveling the country to ten states to take his photographs

FARGO, N.D. — A Los Angeles photographer is traveling across the country to make a difference in the lives of LGBTQ kids. Now he’s in Fargo. Maxwell Poth came up with the idea for his non-profit “Project Contrast” after a teen in his hometown took his own life for being gay. Poth realized he needed to use his platform to…

Fargo Woman Abuse Claims Against Retired Priest Under Investigation

The woman, who wants to be called "Jane", was a teenager in the 1970's when she says the abuse happened in the rectory at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church.

FARGO (KFGO) – A woman who claims that she was sexually abused by a Fargo Catholic priest decades ago says she hopes her story will encourage other victims to step forward. The woman, who wants to be called “Jane”, was a teenager in the 1970’s when she says the abuse happened in the rectory at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic…

Red River Valley Fair Ticket Giveaway

Contest Rules This contest is a random drawing contest in which any person, 18 years of age or older, wishing to enter may do so by filling out a submission form on our website (www.kvrr.com). Entries must include the entrant’s name and email address. Only one entry per person is allowed per week. KVRR will not share your personal information…

UPDATE: Bismarck Police Report Missing Baby Is Found Safe

Police say 7-month-old LeahMae Morsette was dropped off by an unidentified person at Sanford ER around 4:15 this afternoon.

UPDATE – Bismarck Police report the missing child has been found safe. Police say 7-month-old LeahMae Morsette was dropped off by an unidentified person at Sanford ER around 4:15 this afternoon. We’ll have more on this story tonight on KVRR Local News at 6. Original Story- In a statement police say seven-month-old LeahMae Morsette was last seen with her mother…

First Phase of St. Paul’s Newman Center to Be Complete By July 2021

The old building was built in 1958

FARGO, N.D. — With a growing Catholic population at North Dakota State University, a nearby church is trying to meet the demand. St. Paul’s Newman Center was the first religious organization NDSU students could go to off-campus. It opened in 1958 serving about 3,000. It closed last month. That’s because the church is building a new one which will serve…

Local CyberCafe Offers Stiff Competition for Amateur eSports Competitors

Cash, Glory, and the Spirit of Competition reign supreme at Section 9.

FARGO, N.D. — The eSports industry is quickly on pace to reach the one billion dollar mark, according to Newzoo’s Global eSports Market Report. While 10 years ago the idea of major competitive video game leagues may have been just a dream, hundreds of millions of fans around the world have helped turn a fantasy into reality. Section 9 Cyber…

Soccer Fans Unite Over FIFA Women’s World Cup

Supporters watched the U.S. play against Spain at Herd and Horns for Monday morning's matchup

FARGO, N.D.– Soccer fans are coming together to cheer on the USA women’s team at one of Fargo’s local hot spots. Supporters watched the U.S. play against Spain at Herd and Horns for Monday morning’s matchup. The restaurant opened its doors a half hour early before kickoff at 11. A USA fan says watching the game with others is infectious….

Bring Your Workout Outside with Yoga in the Park

Participants are encouraged to make a donation to community programs at this free yoga session

FARGO, N.D.– Grab a mat or towel and take your yoga session beyond the four walls of a studio. Fargo Park District, YMCA of Cass-Clay and Courts Plus Community Fitness are hosting free Yoga in the Park classes every Wednesday evening. Participants are encouraged to make a donation that will go toward community programs. In the past, they’ve had as…

Puppy’s Illness Nearly Depletes 4 Luv of Dog Emergency Fund

4 Luv of Dog rescued the blue heeler puppy after its owner couldn't afford the cost of emergency care.

FARGO (KFGO) – A Fargo non-profit is trying to raise money to cover costly veterinary bills for a homeless dog that requires intensive care. 4 Luv of Dog rescued the blue heeler puppy after its owner couldn’t afford the cost of emergency care. The dog is suffering from some kind of lung trauma. It’s on a ventilator and requires ’round…