Health

What You Need to Know About Fire Pits

But with the dangers in place, people in our region are still igniting fire pits and bonfires.

FARGO, N.D. — Burn bans have been in place throughout North Dakota and Minnesota for some time now, but it seems grass fires are still happening and fire pits are still being lit. There are some rules and restrictions in our region and here’s what you need to know about fire pits. When people think of spring and summer, many…

One Garage is a Total Loss, Another Damaged After Fire

The two garages and the house nearby were boarded up and vacant

FARGO, N.D. — One garage is a total loss and the other is damaged after a fire near the NDSU campus. Around 4:45 this afternoon, firefighters were called to a report of flames coming from a garage. It only took about 20 minutes for firefighters to put out the fire but not much is left standing. The Fargo Fire Battalion…

Cases of E. Coli Linked to Romaine Lettuce Reported in N.D.

One person was hospitalized, and the second case is under investigation

NORTH DAKOTA — One case of E. coli has been reported in North Dakota in connection to romaine lettuce that came from Yuma, Ariz. The person was hospitalized, and a second case is under investigation. Symptoms of E. coli include diarrhea, abdominal pain, and vomiting. To reduce the risk of infection, people should wash produce, cook foods at the correct temperature,…

North Dakota’s First Case of E.Coli Infection Connected To Romaine Lettuce

The NDDoH has been working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other state and local health officials in this national investigation.

BISMARCK, ND — North Dakota has its first documented case of E. coli associated with a national food poisoning outbreak linked to romaine lettuce. The Health Department says another possible case in the state is being investigated. Federal health officials have said there are reports of more than 120 people getting sick in more than two dozen states. At least…

Ronald McDonald House Unveils New Building in Fargo

The new space can hold up to 17 families

FARGO, N.D. — Ronald McDonald House of the Red River Valley has a new house in town and they showed it off during an open house. The new house is  located near the new Sanford Medical Center in Fargo. Staff from the Ronald McDonald House of the Red River Valley says before this afternoon, they would have to turn some families…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Jack

You don't know Jack, but you should!

We didn’t know Jack, either, until Diamond In The Ruff’s Ryan Keel brought him in to meet us in the KVRR Morning Show studio live on the air this Pet Connection Thursday. And boy, were we ever impressed. Jack’s a calm, well-mannered, affectionate lab cross with perhaps some bulldog or pit bull thrown in. He gets along well with everyone…

New Study Shows Young Adults are Lonelier than Ever Before

Cigna released a study that 43% of young adults say that they don't have meaningful relationships

FARGO, N.D. — Many young adults are told to be the best they can possibly be and to stop at nothing to be successful. “When that doesn’t map onto your own experiences, it could violate your expectations and that could be a letdown,” said Dr. Kathryn Gordon, an Associate Professor of Psychology at NDSU. The growing culture of perfectionism, as well…

Living Free Participants Overcome Addiction and Move Towards Healthier Life

Sixty men and women were honored tonight after graduating from the Living Free program

FARGO, N.D. —Overcoming addiction is no simple feat. That’s why Living Free, a faith-based group in the F-M area, is honoring those moving towards a healthier life. Living Free has worked with 20 different churches in the metro. The goal is to guide those people struggling with addiction back to their faith. Sixty men and women were honored tonight at the…

Severe Summer Weather and Burn Restrictions Around the Region

These fires aren't the only weather worry in the warmer months

FARGO, N.D. — The burn restriction has been put in place until the vegetation starts to green back up. These fires aren’t the only weather worry in the warmer months. The burn restriction in Clay County may prevent people from starting more grass fires but they are also reminding the community to keep an eye out for live embers. “Previous…

Fargo Non-profit, DownHome, Looking to Create a Forever Home for Families in Need

They are providing furnishings and décor to families transitioning from homelessness into permanent housing

FARGO, N.D. — Imagine being able to provide a family in need with a home that not only feels like theirs, but an opportunity to have a seamless transition. That’s what a new non–profit, called DownHome is doing. They are providing furnishings and décor to families transitioning from homelessness into permanent housing. From ideas, to construction, to the day of…