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Stuff The Bus wraps up its two-day holiday donation event

"Stuff the Bus" is in its 12th year of bringing holiday cheer to those in need

FARGO, N.D.- Stuff the Bus’s 2nd day is wrapping up at KFGO. The two-day Christmas event started up again at 7:00 Wednesday morning. The bus was parked outside KFGO’s station until 6:00 PM. Donations had to be new and unwrapped to be accepted. All of the gifts will be delivered to the YWCA for its Unique Boutique. It lets women…

Fargo Doctor emphasizes importance on preventative healthcare measures

He says he doesn't see this ending anytime soon even with the vaccine coming out.

FARGO, N.D.- Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota’s Medical Officer Dr. Glasner says hospital operations have changed dramatically due to COVID-19. Dr. Greg Glasner says it’s changed the work flow, the amount of work, and how healthcare workers are able to do their work. He says he doesn’t see this ending anytime soon even with the vaccine coming out….

Filing Deadline Set For Recall Election In Horace

Council members David Fenelon and Bryan Schmidt are being recalled

HORACE, N.D. — A filing deadline is set in the Horace Special Recall Election. Council members David Fenelon and Bryan Schmidt are being recalled. They are accused of not representing the popular interests and opinions of the people of Horace. Candidates for the seats have until January 4 by 4 p.m. to turn in the proper paperwork. Cass County officials…

North Dakota COVID-19 cases drop 450 since Tuesday, 12 deaths reported

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Health on Wednesday reported 12 additional deaths from COVID-19. There are currently 5,236 active cases in the state, a decrease of 450 since Tuesday.  301 people are hospitalized. Burleigh County reported the largest number of new cases with 112.   BY THE NUMBERS  5,709 – Total Tests from Yesterday* 1,153,230 – Total…

LIVE: Village Family Service Center Extends Free Mental Health Clinics In Clay County

Need For Mental Health Help Expected To Stay Steady Through Holiday Season

  With the pandemic showing no signs of slowing up, The Village Family Service Center is extending a program designed to help people cope with pandemic stress. The Village is now offering weekly free walk-in mental health clinics for Clay County residents every Wednesday through December 30th. The program was originally slated to end on December 9th. Counselor Briti Jourbert…

UND task force releases diversity, inclusion recommendations

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – Following several months of discussions, the University of North Dakota’s Diversion and Inclusion Task Force has released a list of recommendations to promote a “welcoming, safe and inclusive campus.” According to UND, the report is the result of months of research and discussions conducted by the task force, a 27-member body comprising the Campus Community…

Christmas tree fire destroys mobile home in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR/KFGO) – A Christmas tree fire destroyed a mobile home at Moorhead Estates at 1224 15th Avenue North. Fire Dept. Capt. Todd Church said most of the mobile home was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived on the scene shortly after 11:30 p.m Tuesday.  Crews were able to gain entry to the rear half of the mobile home for…