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Barnyard Beginners, Part 1

This is the first in a multi-part series about the Livestock Enrichment Program offered by the Red River Valley Fair Foundation.

May 25, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The journey began on April 28 at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds, where kids in the Livestock Enrichment Program got to meet their animals for the very first time. Of all the available pigs, goats, and lambs, 12-year-old Frankie Gendron was assigned, primarily, to care for Pumpkin the lamb. “I was really excited, but all…

Local Tabletop Game ‘Rocket Ball’ Taking Off in Popularity

The game's creator says that they expect this summer to be particularly busy for sales now that they have a well-established manufacturing process.

May 24, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

BARNESVILLE, MN (KVRR) – A Moorhead man has invented a tabletop game that has already picked up a significant following in its short existence. John McDonough is the creator of Rocket Ball, a game similar to air hockey or foosball where the goal is to get the ball past your opponent to score points. The business is headquartered in Barnesville,…

Midwest Fitness Fest Packs Disciplines into Butler Machinery Arena

The day of competition featured CrossFit, Olympic weightlifting, strongman, and powerlifting.

May 24, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Competitors from multiple different fitness disciplines gathered at the Butler Machinery Arena this weekend to test their mettle. The Midwest Fitness Fest featured competitions in CrossFit, powerlifting, strongman, and Olympic weightlifting. Over 120 athletes participated across all categories. They represented a large age range in the process – which organizers say demonstrates the inclusiveness of…

Dog Foster Parents Needed to Help Deal with Kennel Cough Outbreak

Homeward Animal Shelter says that the dogs are showing up to their facility already infected with the mild illness.

May 24, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Kennel cough is spreading through some local rescue dogs – and one shelter in particular is asking for assistance from the public to help handle the outbreak. Homeward Animal Shelter has seen many dogs they’ve recently rescued from the pound come in with kennel cough. The mild illness is very contagious, especially amongst dogs who are…

Veterans Ruck For Mental Health Awareness

Veterans Haul Rucksacks to Raise Awareness of Mental Health Issues with Military Members

This is the 9th annual ruck in honor of the late Brady Oberg.

May 24, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – In 2015, combat veteran Brady Oberg died by suicide after struggling for years with post-traumatic stress disorder. Ever since, fellow veterans have organized rucks across North Dakota and Minnesota to highlight the importance of mental health for members of the military. John Dalziel has been spearheading these rucks for almost a decade now, after serendipitously getting…

Bear Spotted in Morningside Neighborhood of Moorhead

The Moorhead Police Department says the bear has not shown any aggressive behavior.

May 23, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – A solitary black bear has been spotted in Moorhead, roaming without incident through the MSUM and Concordia neighborhoods. The Moorhead Police Department confirmed the bear’s presence in a Facebook post on the morning of May 23, saying that as of 8:05 A.M. the bear was known to be in the Morningside area. Here is video shared…

Horace Mann Elementary School Ground Breaking

Horace Mann Elementary School breaks ground for the start of the next chapter

May 22, 2026

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It was a groundbreaking moment from students and staff at Horace Mann, Roosevelt, and Madison elementary schools, as shovels began breaking ground. Horace Mann Elementary School has served the Fargo community for over 100 years. Since 2008, Horace Mann has served students from kindergarten to the second grade. With the soon-to-be-revamped school, Horace Mann, Roosevelt, and…

Red River Zoo Breaks Ground For New Facility For Red Pandas

Red River Zoo breaks ground for a new facility for red pandas

May 22, 2026

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It was a bittersweet moment for the Red River Zoo and its executive director, Sally Mulvena, as they broke ground for a new facility for the zoo’s iconic ambassadors, the red pandas. “When you reach milestones like this, I’m just touched by the caring of our community and of our staff. It’s a milestone,” said Sally…

Fans, creators, and cosplayers gather at Fargo’s CoreCon

May 22, 2026

KVRR Staff,

Member of Central Garrison of the 501st Legion stands guard in the Halls of the Holiday Inn in Fargo. 5/22/26.FARGO (KVRR) — Fans of anime, science fiction, and pop culture are gathering in Fargo for the 2026 Fargo CoreCon. The con is in full swing, having its first day on Thursday, and will be going on all weekend long. There…

LIVE: Breaking Ground for Red Panda Conservation

May 22, 2026

Emily Welker,

FARGO — They may be far from their native homes in China, but the endangered red pandas who’ve called the Red River Zoo home now for more than a decade are good at making themselves at home here. Thanks to the efforts of more than a decade of dedicated breeding, the zoo is known now as the top provider of…