MOORHEAD, Minn. — There was a new kind of history class floating alongside the banks of the Red River. People paddle their way along the Red River in canoes and kayaks while picking up historical lessons about the river with each stroke. For one local historian, who has done the tour for a handful of years, the opportunity to combine canoeing…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. – The Land of 10,000 Lakes is selling fewer fishing licenses this summer. KVRR’s Danielle Church found it’s the second fewest sold in the past 20 years. Clay Schultze has enjoyed fishing for as long as he can remember, turning nature into his playground. “I personally like coming out and not just fishing but just anything. Just…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — Kids had the chance to learn about the wonders of nature at Moorhead Public Library. As part of the library’s “Explore” program, kids took part in a reading of “The Lorax” and even got to meet a python named Elsa. The Lake Aggasiz Regional Library network holds several events throughout the summer to keep kids learning even when…
FARGO, N.D. — The Downtown Street Fair kicks off tomorrow, and there’s a new rule that lets you drink out on the street. You do, however, have to follow certain guidelines. “There are certain vendors they have chosen that are allowed to distribute alcohol during the street fair,” Jessica Schindeldecker, public information officer for the Fargo Police Department, said. Those vendors…
BAYPORT, Minn. — A corrections officer has died after he was assaulted by an inmate at the Stillwater state prison, prompting a lockdown at Minnesota’s prison system. The Minnesota Department of Corrections says Officer Joseph Gomm was attacked by an offender at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday and was pronounced dead at a hospital. Gomm was a 16-year veteran of the department….
FARGO, N.D. — Fargo Police Department has put out a picture of the suspect in last week’s armed robbery of Royal Liquors on Main Avenue. Employees say a skinny black male between 5’10” and 6′ tall walked into the store, pointed a gun at each of them, and demanded money. He got away with an undisclosed amount of cash. The…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Hospice of the Red River Valley is celebrating a major milestone in Detroit Lakes. They have been serving people there for 25 years. As a way to say “thank you” to the community, the hospice center in Detroit Lakes put on a picnic. Close to 100 people came to show the center their support. On average, Hospice…
FARGO, N.D. — A new store in downtown Fargo called Game Giant combines board games and classic records. It is located at 626 2nd Avenue North. They held a grand opening complete with prizes, giveaways, and treats. Game Giant sells games, gifts, and toys for people of all ages and all gaming levels. The space is combined with Vinyl Giant Records,…
WATFORD CITY, N.D. — Nearly $100,000 has been raised so far to help people affected by a tornado that hit Watford City. The McKenzie County emergency manager says a local relief fund will go directly to families impacted by the storm. The tornado that tore through an RV park early on July 10th killed a baby and hurt more than…
PINE RIDGE RESERVATION, S.D. — A South Dakota woman accused of beating her 2-year-old son to death after he wet his bed has been sentenced to 40 years in prison. 30-old Katrina Shangreaux of Porcupine pleaded guilty in March to second-degree murder in the July 2016 death of 2-year-old Kylen Shangreaux. She admitted assaulting the toddler with a studded belt….
