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LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Hannon

FARGO — She’s a pocket-size treat for Pet Connection Thursday, but Hannon the blue heeler/Australian shepherd cross probably won’t stay that way. She’s part of a “surprise” litter of three that came in to 4 Luv of Dog shelter, and her two brothers have more of the typical brindle markings of blue heelers. However, you can see in her body…

ND Gov. Kelly Armstrong Pushes for Bill To Ban Cell Phones In School

BISMARCK, N.D.  (KVRR) — Governor Kelly Armstrong and Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden highlighted a bill focused on banning cell phone usage in North Dakota schools. The concerns brought to attention were focused on students’ mental health and lack of attention to their peers and teachers. 72% of K-12 teachers have admitted that cell phone usage has caused great distractions for…

Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank President States The Future of The Economy Is Uncertain

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) — The uncertainty of the future of the economy has many concerned on the impacts of what might be next for many businesses and people in the country. “The biggest concern is uncertainty about tariffs. We obviously export a lot to countries all around the world that would be affected if there are tariffs and other…

National Weather Service Presents Spring and Summer Outlook

(KVRR) — National Weather Service in Grand Forks presented its spring and summer outlook with concerns about drought conditions persisting through the next several months. The concerns come up after the cold winter months failed to produce much moisture in the form of snow. With the temperatures also being above normal in previous years, drought has increased throughout the state….

North Dakota Legislative Committee Hosts Second Reading On Mandatory Learning of The Holocaust

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — A North Dakota senate committee hosted a second reading on requiring mandatory learning of the Holocaust in public schools. Schools in North Dakota currently leave it up to a teacher’s discretion whether the Holocaust will be taught. The bill requires the superintendent of public instruction to submit an annual report to the governor and legislative management…

Flickertail Solar Project Hearing Brings Up Many Concerns On Boundary Lines

WAHPETON, N.D. (KVRR) — The Flickertail Solar Project hearing brought in several dozen people, including landowners and others who would be affected by the project. “We’re still asking for the site to be designated as it is with the condition that there will not any components of the solar facility within 500 feet of a residence within that boundary,” said…

Moorhead Ice Show Brings the Energy of the ’80s

The annual showcase brought back memories of hairspray, shoulder pads, and gated reverb.

MOORHEAD, MN – The ’80s are alive and well! At least – they were this weekend, thanks to the Moorhead Ice Show. The annual extravaganza had the theme of “Like Totally ’80s” this year. The stars of the show were, as always, the hardworking skaters of the area. But they were also joined by 3-Time National Championship participants Linzy Fitzpatrick…

Protest Takes Place Outside Fargo Post Office

Letter carriers and their supporters rallied to let President Trump know they would not acquiesce to his efforts to alter the USPS.

The largest banner at the protest, echoing the slogan used by mail carriers across the country.FARGO, N.D. – A significant crowd of protesters braved the chilly temperatures on Sunday, lining up in front of the post office in downtown Fargo. They’re part of a nationwide wave of protests aimed at President Trump’s proposed changes to the USPS. Trump has suggested…

NDSU Farmhouse Fraternity Hosts 12th Annual Fish Fry In Remembrance of Fraternity Brother

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Trying to hold fast to your lenten promises? A North Dakota State University Fraternity Has Some Fish For You. The NDSU Farmhouse Fraternity is running its twelfth annual fish fry with proceeds supporting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The partnership with the organization started back in 2008 at the request of the undergraduate brother, John Ramine,…