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Federal Charges Handed Out for Two Murder Cases on Spirit Lake Reservation

The murders of Amanda Engst and Carla Yellowbird happened within ten months of each other

June 21, 2018

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SPIRIT LAKE RESERVATION, N.D. — Over the course of ten months, two women were murdered on the Spirit Lake Reservation. Since crimes on reservations fall under federal jurisdiction, U.S. Attorney Christopher Myers formally filed charges against those allegedly involved in the murders. “A great deal of time and effort is put forth everyday by agents and prosecutors to ensure that those…

WF’s Hulbert Aquatic Center Hosts World’s Largest Swim Lesson

The World's Largest Swim Lesson is happening in pools across the world

June 21, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D.–The World’s Largest Swim Lesson is happening in pools across the world. Swim facilities in twenty countries on five continents are working to prevent one of the most preventable causes of death, drowning. This lesson at Hulbert Aquatic Center is aimed at teaching children how to swim and more importantly, to prevent drowning. “We’re kind of raising awareness…

Hornbacher’s Participates in Gobble It Up Fundraiser for United Way

The 11th annual "Hornbacher's Gobble It Up for United Way $5 Lunch"

June 21, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. – Eat lunch and support a family while you’re doing it! All seven Hornbacher’s locations participated in the 11th annual “Hornbacher’s Gobble it Up for United Way $5 Lunch.” With each suggested five dollar donation, people received a turkey sandwich, chips, beverage, and a frozen treat. Money from the event goes toward United Way–Cass Clay to help support…

Metro Prepares for President Trump’s Arrival

Fargo Police met with the Secret Service this afternoon to discuss security plans for June 27

June 21, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Fargo Police met with the Secret Service this afternoon to start making security plans for President Donald Trump’s visit to town next Wednesday. The president held a rally last night in Duluth. His motorcade route from Hector to Scheels Arena in Fargo has not yet been selected, but police will announce it before the event. Chief David Todd…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Doug

"I was hiding under your porch because I love you. Can I stay?"

June 21, 2018

Emily Welker,

If you remember those lines from the Pixar movie “Up”, then you probably remember one of the most charming and goofy animated dogs ever committed to the screen. It’s Dug, the talking dog, and this week’s Pet Connection pet Doug bears a remarkable resemblance to him, especially when it comes to personality. 5-year-old lab mix Doug and Diamond in the…

Bicyclist Killed Near Fargo Identified

The state patrol says the accident happened around 6 p.m Wednesday north of Reile's Acres.

June 21, 2018

KVRR Staff,

REILE’S ACRES, N.D. – We now know the name of the bicyclist killed after being struck by an SUV north of Fargo. A West Funeral Home obituary identifies her as Kathy Hettenbaugh of Fargo. The North Dakota Highway Patrol says the collision happened about 6 p.m. Wednesday near Reile’s Acres. The patrol says 31–year–old James Austin was driving behind the 56–year–old woman…

World Health Organization Study Finds Gaming too Much Can Lead to Mental Health Issues

About three percent of people who play video games have a "gaming" disorder

June 20, 2018

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UNITED STATES — For some nannies, getting the game consoles of kids’ hands is a lot more difficult than it may seem. “It’s pretty tough. I usually have to talk to kids a couple times to get away from their video games. Sometimes they’re okay with coming outside and we have a good time once we finally get out there,”…

President Trump’s Executive Order Strikes a Chord in the Metro

Many people in the metro feel keeping kids with their families at the border is the right thing to do

June 20, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — As a kid growing up in Somalia, Ahmed Makaraan was separated from his family before emigrating to the United States. “My family who was separated during the civil war when they were kids because of war, and they come here, and when they come here, they sponsored their families back home and they were united,” said Makaraan. Now…

“The Christmas Gift” Hosts Giftburgers Event for People in Need During the Holidays

The annual burger event is the first of many fundraisers

June 20, 2018

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FARGO, N.D.–“The Christmas Gift” hosted its annual burger event, “Giftburgers on the Plaza.” This year the fundraiser was held in the Fargo Civic/Library parking lot east of the US Bank Plaza. Each year KFGO radio works with The Christmas Gift to help families in need over the holidays. The annual burger event is the first of many fundraisers leading up…

Homeward Animal Shelter Drops Prices for Older Cats

The shelter is offering a fifty percent discount on adoption fees for cats six months and older

June 20, 2018

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FARGO, N.D.– June is adopt a shelter cat month. Homeward Animal Shelter is dropping the price to help find homes for their older feline friends. This month, the shelter is offering a fifty percent discount on adoption fees for their cats who are six months and older. Between the shelter and foster homes, Homeward has more than 90 cats and…