Health

Minnesota will welcome in new laws for 2024

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — Minnesota is releasing new laws at the start of 2024. The state is unloading the largest tax-cut package in state history including cuts for social security tax for couples under the 100,000 dollar threshold. If you’re a renter, tenants will have more rights. Landlords need to give notice before entering apartments, a 14-day eviction notice,…

Feed My Starving Children attempts to pack 10 million meals for children in need

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- The Feed My Starving Children FargoPack plans to make 10 million meals for starving children all over the world, but they need your help to reach that number. Amy Okeson, Executive Director of FargoPack Feed My Starving Children, said, “It’s going to take over 50,000 volunteers, we’re a little over half way there for now but we…

Sanford staff sings Christmas Carols for patients

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s national Christmas Caroling Day and Sanford is embracing the day. At the location on Broadway, the Sanford staff sang Christmas carols throughout the halls. The staff was complete with a guitarist and bells for everyone, and patients were able to request specific songs. This tradition has been going on for years and the members love this…

While the holiday season brings a lot of joy for most, Seasonal Affective Disorder affects more than you think

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Seasonal Affective Disorder also known as SAD is most common during the fall and winter months. “So seasonal affective disorder is often what people describe as this condition but in psychology psychiatry we essentially say it’s a major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder that has a seasonal component to it.” Said behavioral psychologist at Sanford Health…

With flu cases rising, Sanford Health says it’s time to get your shot

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Just like most healthcare providers across the country, Sanford Health in Fargo is ready for this years flu season. “We are right at the beginning of the flu season and I think next couple weeks we’ll hear a lot more about influenza cases in the community.” says infectious disease specialist at Sanford Dr. Avish Nagpal. With…

Lend a Hand Up’s Holiday Hand Up campaign is in full force

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Lend a Hand Up is doing its part to help families in need this holiday season with its “Holiday Hand Up” campaign. Donations made online now through December 15th are pooled, matched and distributed. They are given to families participating in this year’s holiday giving event. You can also make a donation by cash or check…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Sweetie

Craving something sweet? You're in luck.

FARGO — Just look at the cute little stocking stuffer we found ourselves for the holidays. If you’re looking for something sweet, Sweetie’s your girl. She’s a five and a half year old DSH tuxedo cat from Homeward Animal Shelter, and she came to them from the Fargo Pound. They don’t know much about her because of that, but they…

Memory Cafe makes 90 blankets in 90 minutes for blanket drive

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- The people with Memory Cafe are doing their part to help people before the cold weather hits. The nonprofit has been making blankets that will be donated to five charities: Down Home, Jeremiah Project, Ronald McDonald House, Women’s Care Center, and Churches United. The group attempted to make 90 blankets in 90 minutes or one blanket every…