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Hector International Airport Celebrates its New Snow Removal Equipment Building

Total cost of the project adds up to be 24 million dollars.

Hector International Airport held an open house to showcase its brand-new snow removal equipment building. This 26,000 square foot expansion, creates more space for the airport’s new equipment and provides additional space for maintenance and staff needs. Hector International Airport Authority Chairman, Erik Lind says, “We had added 17 acres of concrete in the last year, with the expansion of…

FMWF Chamber launches workforce initiative

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — FMWF Chamber has launched a workforce initiative aimed at helping people find suitable jobs and assisting local businesses in finding the right employees. Those with the Chamber believe the newly-launched digital platform called Ignite FMWF will be transformational in the way workers and employees find each other. “We have a lot of great individuals, companies, nonprofits,…

ND Main Street Summit Inspires Community Leaders Across the State

"We want North Dakota to be the place that attracts and retains workforce and families."

  WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Community leaders from around the state came together to hear about the Main Street Initiative.  Over 700 people gathered at the Rustad Recreation Center in West Fargo to hear from nationally renowned speakers and gain insight on how to create and pay for smart, efficient infrastructure. “The goal of the summit is really to…

Moderna And Johnson & Johnson Boosters To Be Considered This Week

WASHINGTON (AP) – With many Americans who got Pfizer vaccinations already rolling up their sleeves for a booster shot, millions of others who received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine wait anxiously to learn when it’s their turn. Federal regulators begin tackling that question this week. On Thursday and Friday, the Food and Drug Administration convenes its independent advisers…

Two men sentenced for selling meth in western Minnesota

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) – Federal prosecutors say two men have been sentenced to prison for their roles in a methamphetamine distribution ring in western Minn. Thirty-five-year-old Jonathan Listrom of Circle Pines and 53-year-old Steven Johnson of Glenwood sold meth in the Alexandria area. Acting U.S. Attorney W. Anders Folk says Listrom was sentenced to 16 years in prison followed…

Ban on Evictions Ends Tonight in Minnesota

ST. PAUL, Minn. — When millions of Americans were unable to work because of the COVID-19 shutdown, a ban on evictions went into effect to help those behind on their rent. In Minnesota, tonight those protections end. The only exception is for renters who have already applied for rental assistance through the state. Tenants with pending rental assistance claims will…

“1964 The Tribute” Coming To Fargo Theatre in January

Courtesy: Steven GardnerFARGO, N.D. (KVRR)  — With The Beatles back in the news with Paul McCartney blaming John Lennon for the groups break-up, fans can relive the good old days in Fargo. “1964 The Tribute” is coming to Fargo Theatre on Friday, January 28. The group has earned the distinction from Rolling Stone magazine as the “Best Beatles Tribute on…

Minnesota COVID-19 positivity rate hits vaccine-era high

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota’s COVID-19 test positivity rate has soared to 8.3%, the highest mark since the vaccines first rolled out late last year. The seven-day rolling average for the state’s positivity rate continues to climb toward the high risk category. The state draws that line at 10%. Meanwhile, COVID-19 hospitalizations in Minnesota reached 960 as of Monday and…

Rabbits killed in Minnesota barn fire

HOLLANDALE, Minn. – A fire in southern Minnesota has killed more than 100 rabbits. The fire broke out in a barn north of Hollandale on Sunday night. The Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office says a neighbor walking nearby saw the fire and reported it. The sheriff’s office says 117 rabbits died in the blaze. Three survived. The cause of the fire remains…