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Suspect wanted after crash in stolen vehicle is arrested on Spirit Lake Reservation

Winfield Chaske III (2021)FORT TOTTEN, N.D. (KVRR) — The suspect wanted after a single-vehicle crash in a stolen vehicle near St. Michael on Thursday night is arrested. The investigation identified two males involved and one cooperated with authorities. The second male, Winfield Chaske III, was located after an extensive search by multiple agencies including North Dakota Highway Patrol and Benson…

Government shutdown entering sixth day as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican and Democratic lawmakers at an impasse on reopening the federal government provided few public signs Sunday of meaningful negotiations taking place to end what is about to be a six-day shutdown — with President Donald Trump saying that layoffs are occurring. Asked on Sunday night when federal workers would be fired as he has threatened to do, Trump…

Busy Fall Weekend at Brewhalla

The weekend began with an Okotberfest celebration and concluded with a massive craft fair.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It was a jam-packed weekend at Brewhalla, with two distinct yet fall-related celebrations taking place. First up, on Saturday, was Oktoberfest. The day-long celebration of all things Bavarian featured stein holding competitions, polka music and plenty of beer. Then, on Sunday, the Brewhalla Fall Craft Market took place. Hundreds of vendors set up on both floors…

BIG Event Brings Science to Girls of All Ages

BIG stands for Believe in Girls, and the event is designed to get them interested in science and technological fields.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It was a science showcase at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds on October 5. Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons put on the The BIG Event (BIG stands for “Believe In Girls”) so girls of all ages can get hands-on experience with STEM. The Butler Machinery Arena was filled with exhibits from many organizations and companies. Kids…

Essentia Expands Mobile Mammography Program for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The healthcare provider is sending their specially outfitted trucks to small, rural communities across Minnesota and North Dakota.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – With the exception of skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. By the end of 2025, more than 42,000 women will die from the disease in the U.S. Getting a mammogram, though, can be incredibly inconvenient for those who live multiple hours…

Natural Pet Center Celebrates 20 Years in Business

The two Fargo locations had discounts and raffle tickets available all weekend.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Natural Pet Center in Fargo celebrated a big milestone all weekend. This weekend marked 20 years in business for the local pet supplier. They had 20 percent discounts all weekend, as well as raffle prizes and swag bags at the 19th Avenue North location. Staff said that customer support was strong on both days. “Oh gosh,”…

Update: North Dakota BCI investigating death of inmate at Walsh County Jail

GRAFTON, N.D. (KVRR) — The Walsh County Sheriff’s Office and the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation are investigating the death of an inmate at the Walsh County Jail. According to a release made by the Walsh County Sheriff’s Office, just after 10:30 Sunday morning, Oct. 5, correctional officers noticed a male inmate suffering from what appeared to be a…

Park River Man Charged with Arson

Authorities say Patrick Aune cut multiple gas lines in Park River with a grinder.

PARK RIVER, N.D. (KVRR) – The Walsh County Sheriff’s Office says they have charged a Park River man with multiple felonies after multiple incidents occurred Saturday, October 4, in Park River. Walsh County deputies were called to 119 Pine Street for a report of a structure fire. Deputies were also notified of a second call on Birch Street for a…

BBQ and Grillers alike come down for the fourteenth annual ND BBQ Championship

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s smoking hot! Scheels Home and Hardware has once again brought over forty teams from across the country and Canada to give a taste of sweet and savory barbecue. 12 “We are currently at the fourteenth annual North Dakota barbecue championship. And so there’s two different portions happening right now. We have teams from all over…

South Dakota Woman Flees from Highway Patrol

The North Dakota Highway Patrol says the woman fled the scene of a routine traffic stop.

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Highway Patrol says a South Dakota woman evaded their search efforts after fleeing a traffic stop on the evening of October 2. According to NDHP, a trooper conducted a traffic stop on a Hyundai Sonata for a traffic violation near State Street and Interstate Avenue in Bismarck just after 11:30 P.M. The driver…