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Red River Valley Speedway Contest

Contest Rules This contest is a random drawing contest in which any person, 18 years of age or older, wishing to enter may do so by filling out a submission form on our website (www.kvrr.com). Entries must include the entrant’s name and email address. Only one entry per person is allowed per week. KVRR will not share your personal information…

West Fargo Police Chief Search: Lt. Troy Hischer

Lieutenant Troy Hischer has worked in North Dakota law enforcement for nearly 23 years and says he is ready to work with West Fargo's finest

FARGO, ND — The city of West Fargo has narrowed their search for a new police chief down to two candidates. We learned more about FBI Agent Heith Janke on Wednesday and we continue our candidate profiles. Today, we met with candidate Lt. Troy Hischer and learned more on why he says he is perfect for the job. After four…

Officers Help Ignite the Opening Ceremony for Special Olympics in North Dakota

Athletes and law enforcement officers from many parts of the state step into the 2017 Law Enforcement Torch Run

FARGO, N.D. — Hundreds of families ran with officers from the far reaches of North Dakota to light up the state’s Summer Special Olympics. They’re celebrating 45 years of giving North Dakotans the opportunity to become athletes. “When you talk to our athletes, what they talk about is having an opportunity to participate just like an NDSU athlete, a Fargo/Davies…

The American Red Cross Honors Heroes in the Dakotas Region

The American Red Cross Dakotas Region Honored local Heroes and Celebrated 100 Years of Service

FARGO, ND — The American Red Cross is honoring those in our community who do extraordinary things every day. The annual “Honoring Heroes’ Lunch” honored a veteran, a Red Cross volunteer, and Slumberland Furniture. They are being recognized for continuing to give back to the community through volunteer work and helping those in need. The American Red Cross chooses their…

No Property Damage Reported from Four Tornado Touchdowns in the Region

REGIONAL — More information on the wicked weather that spawned four E-F zero tornadoes throughout the region Wednesday. Officials with the National Weather Service say they have not received any property damage reports from the tornadoes that touched down near Hatton and Grand Forks. The twisters are considered “land-spout” funnels because they don’t form like a classic tornado, however, they…

F-M Ambulance: Stay Cool, Stay Healthy in the Heat

F–M Ambulance gives some important tips for staying safe in the heat.

FARGO, ND — The first day of summer is just around the corner and the hot weather calls for some good protection. F–M Ambulance gives some important tips for staying safe in the heat. Be sure to cover up outdoors, use sunscreen, know your limits and stay fully hydrated. They say it’s crucial to give your body the fuel it…

No Kid Left Hungry: Great Plains Food Bank Offering Free Lunches for Kids in F-M Area

The Great Plains Food Bank Will Be Giving Kids Free Lunches All Summer Long

FARGO, ND — The Great Plains Food Bank is making sure kids in the F-M area are staying well fed for the summer. Monday through Friday, kids under the age of 18 are offered a free lunch at West Village Park in Fargo. This program is an extension to the free and reduced meal programs that occur during the school…

Train Collides with Coca-Cola Truck

Bottles of soda became like fizzy darts as they flew out of the truck during the crash but the train's load of corn stayed intact

FREMONT, NC — A freight train collides with a Coca-Cola truck in Fremont, North Carolina, sending the truck spinning and slamming into several other vehicles parked nearby. Bottles of soda became like fizzy darts as they flew out of the truck during the crash but the train’s load of corn stayed intact. The train had 81 cars attached and one…

U.S. Drought Monitor: Dakota States in Need of Rain

About 87 percent of North Dakota is in drought and just over half of South Dakota is experiencing drought conditions

  REGIONAL — A national report shows the Dakotas are in need of some rain. The U.S. Drought Monitor shows that most of the Dakotas are experiencing drought conditions. The conditions are taking a toll on the states’ farmers and cattle producers. About 87 percent of North Dakota is in drought and just over half of South Dakota is experiencing…

Standing Rock Tribe Considering Renewable Energy Options

Standing Rock Sioux Chariman Dave Archambault says the tribe is looking at transitioning to wind or solar energy projects

  MORTON COUNTY, ND — The tribe at the center of the Dakota Access pipeline protests is working to develop renewable energy programs. Standing Rock Sioux Chariman Dave Archambault says the tribe is looking at transitioning to wind or solar energy projects. Archambault accepted the Henry A. Wallace award from the Wallace Global Fund, which supports social movements through investments…