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Fastest Man on the Planet and Three-Time Gold Medalist Teach Young Swimmers

Both famous athletes say it's a great opportunity to meet young swimmers all over the country to teach them a thing or two

November 11, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Young swimmers are learning from the fastest man on the planet, 5–time American record holder and 2016 Rio Gold Medalist, Caeleb Dressel. Up Aquatics hosted the Heidi Hulbert Rowe Swim Clinic with Dressel and another famous name, Josh Davis. He is a three–time Gold Medalist and Master Swim Instructor. Both famous athletes say it’s a great…

Hunting Accident On White Earth Reservation Under Investigation

Stay with KVRR for more information as we get it

November 11, 2018

TJ Nelson,

An investigation is underway on the White Earth Reservation after a hunting accident. Authorities in Becker County would only confirm that an investigation is underway and would not give out any other details. Stay with KVRR for more information as we get it. Categories: Local News, Minnesota News Tags: Becker County, HUNTING ACCIDENT, WHITE EARTH RESERVATION

Parishioners of a Perham Church Fighting to Keep Their Faith Alive

The church has been around since 1882, operating just outside of downtown Perham

November 11, 2018

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PERHAM, Minn. — When the small city of Perham was in its infancy, a congregation of worshipers opened the town’s first United Methodist Church in 1882. Nearly fourteen decades and a couple new buildings later, the collective faith of its small band of parishioners still rings through the air. When Betty Jean Robinson first came to the church fifty years ago,…

Metro Commemorates 100th Anniversary of Veteran’s Day, Remembers All Who Have Served

Bells rang at 11:00 a.m. in churches across the country to repeat history from Nov. 11, 1918

November 11, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, the bells toll to mark 100 years since the end of World War I. “We are where we are today, free, because of what they did. And even though their war wasn’t the end of all wars like they declared, they paved the way for…

Veterans Take Trip Back in Time at American Legion Stew Feed and Concert

Red River Valley Veterans Concert band put on a show for all those who have served

November 11, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — After a day of memorials, veterans take a trip back in time. The Red River Valley Concert band played songs that were popular during times of war at the American Legion Post Two’s annual Stew Feed. The band played at six different concert venues for veterans across the metro in honor of Veteran’s Day. Close to 250…

ROTC Scholarships Are Coming Up Short In North Dakota

the state no longer has enough money to cover a shortfall created by both tuition increases and a decline in federal support

November 11, 2018

TJ Nelson,

Some National Guard students attending North Dakota colleges on ROTC scholarships are scrambling to find ways to stay in school. The students were expecting free tuition that for years has been covered by a combination of federal and state funds. The Guard’s education services officer says the state no longer has enough money to cover a shortfall created by both…

4 Luv of Dog Rescue Holds 10th Annual Silent Auction

This is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the organization

November 10, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — There’s a way to help save dogs in the community while also getting some early Christmas shopping done. 4 Luv of Dog Rescue held a silent auction and social, which is their biggest fundraiser of the year. There are hundreds of auction items for both your furry and human friends. People could enjoy a cash bar, raffle, and…

Trotting for Turkeys: Family Wellness Hosts Fun Run before Thanksgiving

The third annual "Turkey Trot" gives kids a chance to exercise while it's snowing

November 10, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — While snow blanketed the ground outside, a group of kids and their families did not throw snowballs or sleigh down hills. Instead, they laced up their sneakers, and went on a run. For the last three years, Family Wellness has hosted a “Turkey Trot” as a way to get kids to enjoy exercise. “We want to make sure…

Holiday Homes of Hope Tour Raises Awareness for Cystic Fibrosis

Funds from the event go towards medication, scholarships, and education

November 10, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Some call cystic fibrosis an invisible disease, but one organization is raising awareness with the Holiday Homes of Hope tour. “It can be very frightening to know you have an invisible disease. There’s a lot of uncertainty with that. There’s also a lot of hope,” Pam Thompson, development director for Cystic Fibrosis Association of ND, said. The group’s Holiday…

Wild Terra Rounds Out First Annual West Acres “Fall Tap Fest”

Wild Terra and Fargo Brewing Company were the two featured local breweries

November 10, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — After featuring two local breweries over a four week stretch, West Acres wrapped up its first ever Fall Tap Fest for the year. Wild Terra has set up shop in front of the old Herberger’s entrance for the last two Saturdays. People could relax and take a breather while live music from local artists plays in the background….