Health

KVRR’s TJ and Alison Read to Children for “Read for the Record” Annual Event

This year, the chosen book is Maybe Something Beautiful: How Art Transformed a Neighborhood

FARGO, N.D. — People are trying to break the record for reading the same book to as many children as possible. Alison and I had the pleasure of joining in on the fun. During the annual “Read for the Record”, the NDSU chapter of Golden Key International Honour Society invites kids and families to listen to the story at West…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Lo

You can't spell "love" without Lo.

It’s not a coincidence that lovely Lo, our Pet Connection dog of the week, has a name that starts with the first two letters of the word love. Because a love she is. Lo is a mixed breed Maltese Shih Tzu mix about four years old who joined the Morning Show’s Emily Welker live in studio along with rescuer Karen…

Family Wellness Plans Class to Educate Teen Athletes on Proper Nutrition

This pilot class is a chance for teens to learn which foods are best for replenishing pre and post workout

FARGO– Family Wellness is educating teen athletes on proper ways to fuel their bodies through its new nutrition class. This pilot class will be held on November 4th and is a chance for teens and their parents to learn which foods are best for replenishing pre and post workouts. Those who take the class will receive hands-on experience in the…

Teen Driver Safety Week; How You Can Prevent 1,000,000 Crashes from Happening

In 2016, teens were involved in more than 1,000,000 crashed nationwide, hundreds of thousands which were fatal

FARGO, N.D. — As a part of Teen Driver Safety Week, the Fargo Police Department and Triple A are asking parents to have a talk with their kids. KVRR’s Jessie Cohen tells us why too many teens are dying on the roads. “In 2016, teens were involved in more than 1,000,000 crashed nationwide,” said Gene LaDoucer, with AAA in Fargo….

Deltaroni Using A Favorite Childhood Cheesy Dish to Help Those with Type 1 Diabetes

Those with JDRF say it's interesting to talk to people who don't realize how many around them are affected by the disease

NDSU’s Delta Tau Delta Fraternity is combining a childhood cheesy creation with giving back. People flooding the Newman Center on campus to do their part in learning more about type 1 diabetes and helping to find a cure. Those with JDRF say it’s interesting to talk to people who don’t realize how many around them are affected by the disease….

Raking Flash Mob Makes a Difference for Those Who Can’t Help Themselves

Daily chores can sometimes seem like second nature that's until you are physically unable to do them

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — Daily chores can sometimes seem like second nature. That’s until you are physically unable to do them. KVRR’s Jessie Cohen tells us how one Fergus Falls group is taking some of that burden off people’s shoulders and making their days a little bit brighter. “I can’t get over that they would do this. It’s pretty special,”…

Combating the Stereotype: How FargoMania is Helping Those with Disabilities Show Off Their Skills

The annual adapted fitness competition gives teams a chance to show off their eight weeks of training with CrossFit gyms

FARGO, N.D. — People with special needs and disabilities are putting their skills to the test and showcasing their abilities at FargoMania. The annual adapted fitness competition gives teams a chance to show off their eight weeks of training with CrossFit gyms. The goal of the event is to combat stereotypes associated with special needs while inspiring the athletes to…

First Case of Acute Flaccid Myelitis Reported in North Dakota

The polio-like illness causes muscle weakness and mostly affects children

NORTH DAKOTA — The first possible case of acute flaccid myelitis is reported to the North Dakota Department of Health. Acute Flaccid Myelitis, or AFM, is rare condition that affects the nervous system, which causes the muscles to weaken. The Department of Health says nationwide, there have been over 120 cases reported, with half of those confirmed in 22 states….

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Benji

He's got a movie-star smile and a story to tell.

When you meet  Benji, chances are, he’ll give you a grin that lights up the whole room. And although he’s not famous like the star of the movie, Benji the Maltese mix is getting his own little moment in the spotlight in this week’s Pet Connection after joining the Morning Show’s Emily Welker live in studio. Benji’s smile hides a…

ND Medical Marijuana Applications Will Be Accepted Later This Month

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Health’s Division of Medical Marijuana will begin accepting patient and caregiver applications on October 29th. In addition to written application instructions, the state is working on video tutorials. They’re expected to be available at the end of the month. People wanting to be caregivers are required to have a criminal history record…