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Experiments with KVRR Meteorologist Scott Sincoff: Fluffy Slime

Fun, Easy, Kid-Friendly Science Experiments

September 8, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — This week, Meteorologist Scott Sincoff creates Fluffy Slime with Concordia Science Academy Coordinator, Dr. Graeme Wyllie. The experiment was Fluffy Slime! What You Need: Saline solution Glue Bowl Popsicle or mixing stick Shaving cream or foam Food coloring How to Do the Experiment: This experiment uses three simple household ingredients…we’re going to start off with white school glue….

Jasmine Block Shares Story of Survival: “She’s a Warrior”

Jasmine was allegedly lured from her Alexandria home August 8th by family acquaintance Thomas Barker. KMSP Fox 9's Paul Blume has this story.

September 7, 2017

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ALEXANDRIA, Minn. — Three suspects charged in the kidnapping and assault of a 15-year-old girl from Alexandria made their initial court appearances. Thirty-two-year-old Thomas Barker, a family friend, is charged with kidnapping, criminal sexual conduct, assault with a dangerous weapon and false imprisonment. Steven Powers is charged with kidnapping, criminal sexual conduct and false imprisonment. Joshua Holby is charged…

Community Leaders Urge Everyone to Recognize the Signs of Abuse and Abduction

Police and support groups want the public to be vigilant in order to help save lives

September 7, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Jasmine Block and Savana Greywind were abducted allegedly by people that they knew. Community leaders are urging everyone to know the warning signs in order to help save a life. Organizations in the area are encouraging everyone to recognize the signs of abuse and abduction. Most of these cases are perpetrated by someone the victim knows. “Approximately…

Hundreds Attend Funeral for Savanna Greywind in Fargo

Mayor Mahoney said the entire community lost a daughter

September 7, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — Hundreds of mourners, many of them wearing red shirts, gathered to remember Savanna Greywind. The funeral at First Assembly Church for the 22-year-old included Native American songs and prayer and tributes from Spirit Lake Tribal Chairwoman Myra Pearson and Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney. Pearson said she couldn’t find the words to express what happened, but says it…

Be on the Lookout for Fake Tickets, Fake Sellers

The BBB and the Vikings are giving tips on how to guarantee your ticket will be valid

September 7, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Minnesota Vikings fans are getting ready for the start of the season on Monday but are being asked to watch out for fake ticket sellers. The Better Business Bureau says if you get tricked into purchasing a fake ticket, you’ll be asked to leave the stadium without getting to see the game. The BBB and the Vikings…

Greater Moorhead Days Offers Food, Fun, Music and a Big ‘Ol Bridge Bash

The second annual event gave the Moorhead Business Association a chance to block off the 1st Avenue North Bridge

September 7, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Greater Moorhead Days has kicked off a week packed full of events for all ages with the first event, Bridge Bash. The second annual event gave the Moorhead Business Association a chance to block off the 1st Avenue North Bridge. Many different food trucks lined the sides of the bridge, bands played music on their center stage,…

Packathon Brings Community Together to Pack Food for Those in Need

The Great Plains Food Bank Hosts Their 5th Annual Pack-A-Thon

September 7, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Groups from around the area are competing against one and other to see who can pack up the most food in the fastest time. It’s all part of the Great Plains Food Bank as part of Packathon and there’s still time for you to get in on the action. It’s about fighting hunger in the Red River…

Rape and Abuse Crisis Center Celebrating 40 Years of Offering Healing and Support to the Red River Valley

September 7, 2017

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FARGO, ND — Fargo’s Rape and Abuse Crisis Center is celebrating 40 years of providing services to families throughout the Red River Valley. Throughout their time in the valley, the center has been working to not only help those who are facing a crisis and offer counseling, they also want to educate people on how to get out and get…

Country Star Jo Dee Messina Announces She’s Battling Cancer

Jo Dee Messina, whose hits include "I'm Alright" and "Bye Bye", has posted on her website that she is battling cancer.

September 7, 2017

TJ Nelson,

NATIONAL — A country singer who has made many stops in our area has announced that she is battling cancer. Jo Dee Messina, whose hits include “I’m Alright” and “Bye Bye”, has posted on her website that she is battling cancer. She didn’t specify the kind of cancer but says she is “working closely with a team to explore all…

United Blood Services in Desperate Need of Donors in Wake of Hurricane Harvey, Irma’s Impending Landfall

They are also doing it to prepare for situations like natural disasters

September 7, 2017

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FARGO, ND — United Blood Services needs donations, and they need them now. From the everyday people in Fargo who have blood transfusions, to the people affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, blood donations are important to patients around the country. Bob Seigel has donated blood for over 45 years. “It’s more of a habit than anything else,” Seigel said….