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Applications For Frontline Worker Pay Begin Wednesday in MN

June 7, 2022

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL (KVRR) — Frontline workers in Minnesota can start applying for bonus pay starting Wednesday. Gov. Tim Walz signed the Frontline Worker Pay bill into law in late April to thank Minnesotans who worked on the frontlines during the pandemic. Those eligible must have been employed at least 120 hours in one frontline sector or more between March 15,…

German cyclist bikes from San Francisco to New York for sick kids

A cause to help raise awareness for sick children with rare diseases takes a retired firefighter turned cyclist through 17 countries in Europe and 27 U.S. States.

June 3, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- A cause to help raise awareness for sick children with rare diseases takes a retired firefighter turned cyclist through 17 countries in Europe and 27 U.S. States. Care for Rare America is a foundation focused on establishing a global alliance between doctors, researchers, patients, political representatives, business, the media, and the arts, in an effort to raise…

Sanford Health partners with findhelp.org offering some services at reduced rates

Sanford Health's mission in this partnership is to address socio-economic needs of patients.

June 2, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Sanford Health partners with findhelp.org to allow people to apply for services at a free or discounted rate even if they have insurance. All you need to do is enter your zip code and the category that suits your needs. A list of resources showcases information on what the services do, how to contact people for…

World No Tobacco Day sheds light on local use

World No Tobacco Day is being recognized nationwide to highlight the dangers of tobacco use in our country

May 31, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- World No Tobacco Day is being recognized nationwide to highlight the dangers of tobacco use in our country. “Tobacco use remains a major problem across the state of North Dakota and across our country. Tobacco use is actually still the leading cause of preventable death and disease in North Dakota and the United States, so just in…

LIVE: Fargo Mayoral Race

Meet Sheri Fercho.

May 27, 2022

Emily Welker,

We’re wrapping up our series today of the live one on ones with the Fargo Mayoral candidates. Sheri Fercho is the final candidate challenging Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney in the June election. Fercho’s number one platform item is beautification of the city. She says if elected, she’d work to restore green spaces, cleaner streets, and invest in beautification projects to…

Eight percent increase in Memorial Day travel expected despite high gas prices

The warmer temperatures lately have us feeling like we're already in the middle of summer.

May 26, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – With Memorial Day coming up and road construction season in full swing, expect roads to be busy. AAA predicts more than 39 million Americans will travel this holiday weekend. They say it’s an eight percent increase from last year and the most expected to travel since 2017. With no end in sight for high gas prices,…

New additions for Hospice of the Red River Valley for “hospital in disguise”

May 26, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Major development is underway for the Hospice of the Red River Valley including new additions for patients and their loved ones in a 20-year project. Many people across Fargo-Moorhead come to South Fargo to celebrate while those behind the project break the ground and dig in dirt starting the construction process. The leadership team is excited…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Toad

We're toad-ally excited about meeting this little puppy.

May 26, 2022

Emily Welker,

She’s named for one-half of one of the most famous friend duos in children’s literature, and when you meet little Toad the puppy, you’ll see why. It’s clear from her cuddly and affectionate personality all Toad wants is a new friend to take her home forever. Toad and her brother, Frog, came in together to the Homeward Animal Shelter. She’s…

Therapist shares advice on how to talk to your children after a school shooting

After Tuesday's tragedy in Texas, parents wonder how they should talk about the subject with their children.

May 25, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO (KVRR) – Flashing lights from emergency vehicles and people panicking. It’s hard to watch this kind of tragedy unfold. “This is not a daily occurrence in every school, this is a scary thing and it obviously requires a lot of attention,” says Integrative Health Therapist Megan Week. She says if kids are scared to go back to school, they…

Planned Parenthood describes why it’s possibly offering abortions in Moorhead

May 24, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Planned Parenthood possibly offering abortion services at its Moorhead clinic is part of its nationwide plan for what they are calling a “worst-case scenario” to handle an increase of patients. Planned Parenthood wants to offer abortions in states where it will be legal if Roe v. Wade is overturned. They announced their plan to add abortion…