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West Fargo Public Schools Officially Welcomes its New Superintendent Beth Slette

Dr. Flowers officially retired on June 30th after a 45 year long career as an educator

WEST FARGO, N.D. — West Fargo Public Schools officially welcomed in its new leader Beth Slette as she begins her new role as the West Fargo Superintendent. “It’s been a busy day already, very busy,” Slette said. It’s day one officially on the job and she is already on the go with a jam packed schedule. “The day, I start…

Missing Williston Pair May Be In Fargo

If you have any information call Fargo Police dispatch, 701-451-7660.

FARGO, ND — Fargo Police believe a missing pair from Williston, ND may be in the Fargo Area. The Williston Police Department has reason to believe Miranda and Jaiden Wells are in the Fargo Area. Miranda Wells is 38 years old, has strawberry blonde hair and green eyes. Jaiden is 13, has shoulder length brown-red hair and blue eyes. If…

Remembering Nine-Year-Old Grace Bettie: A “Role Model for Everyone”

Her family and community members from all over the F-M area held a candlelight vigil in her honor

GLYNDON, Minn. — A community comes together for a candlelight vigil to support the family of nine–year–old Grace Bettie. She drowned in the swimming pond at Buffalo River State Park last week. KVRR’s Danielle Church has more on those remembering the impact Grace had on not only the F–M community, but all those around her. Nine–year–old Grace Bettie had many hopes…

YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties and the West Fargo Public School District Partner to Provide Public Preschool

The program is directed at low–income families

WEST FARGO, N.D.– A partnership between the YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties and the West Fargo Public School District is providing public half–day preschool and day–long care. Beginning in August, 80 children will have the opportunity to begin preschool at YMCA’s Early Childhood Development program. The program is directed at low–income families. YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties says they…

Fire Destroys Wilkin County Home

When deputies arrived, the house was fully involved.

FOXHOME, MN – Fire has destroyed a home in Wilkin County. A neighbor reported the fire around 2:30 a.m. Monday, about six-and-a-half miles south of Foxhome. When deputies arrived, the house was fully involved. Renters were not home at the time. The cause has not been determined. The property is owned by James Lyngaas. Fire departments from Foxhome and Campbell…

Fargo Library Eliminating Late Fines For Kids

The library's policy change takes effect Monday.

FARGO, N.D. (AP) _ The Fargo Public Library is eliminating overdue fines for all children’s materials in an effort to increase literacy. Library officials said Monday that research shows doing away with fines encourages children to check out more items and that materials are usually returned on time. The library’s policy change takes effect Monday. People will still be charged…

Local Artist Puts Spotlight on Red River Zoo Animals in New Exhibit

Some of the portraits will be made into a book exclusively sold at the zoo

  MOORHEAD, Minn. — An artist from Hawley is turning animals at the Red River Zoo into local celebrities. In 2015, Mark Elton wanted to do something special for his nephew before he was born. So he created an animal alphabet book. “Those pieces came across the desk of the right people which then invited me to come have a show…

How to Stay Safe on the Water this Fourth of July

Even if you're a pro behind the wheel, safety is something everyone should be aware of

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — As we head into the holiday week, boating professionals want you to stay safe while also having fun. It’s that time of year to pull your boats out from hiding and get them back in action on the lakes. But before you start driving, make sure everything you need is still there. “A lot of the…

West Fargo Church Celebrates “International Sunday”

This is the first time they've put on the event

  WEST FARGO, N.D. — People from all different ethnicities attend church service every Sunday at Summit Church in West Fargo. To celebrate their cultures and everything they have to offer the congregation, Summit Church put on their very first International Day. They had food from Kenya, Africa, India, Vietnam, Latin America; the list goes on and on. During this morning’s…

Second Location of The Black Frame Boutique Opens in Moorhead

Just off of Main Street, you can find the store at 23 4th Street South

MOORHEAD, Minn. — The Black Frame Boutique in Fargo has opened up their second location and it’s in the heart of downtown Moorhead. Just off of Main Street, you can find the store at 23 4th Street South. The owner of the store started the business out of her basement and has now brought her custom t shirt designs and…