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North Dakota Ethics Commission plans educational events

Staff members of the North Dakota Ethics Commission hold a virtual meeting in their conference room at the Capitol on March 27, 2024. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — The North Dakota Ethics Commission has two free educational events planned for early December. On Dec. 9, the group is hosting a public learning session on its ethics…

Legislature plans to increase experience for new lawmakers ahead of term-limit turnover

North Dakota House Majority Leader Mike Lefor, left, R-Dickinson, speaks during a meeting of the Legislative Management Committee next to Senate Majority Leader David Hogue, R-Minot, on Nov. 13, 2024. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — The North Dakota Legislature is preparing to give newer lawmakers an experience boost during the upcoming legislative session with term limits…

President Biden pardons his son Hunter despite previous pledges not to

Hunter Biden (AP)WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter, on Sunday night, sparing the younger Biden a possible prison sentence for federal felony gun and tax convictions and reversing his past promises not to use the extraordinary powers of the presidency for the benefit of his family members. The Democratic president had previously said he would not…

Small Business Saturday Brings Excitement to Fargo Economy

The holiday began in 2010 and has steadily picked up traction every year since.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – In the excitement of Black Friday, it seems many think of the deals they can score from large retailers, and don’t pay as much attention to the locally owned businesses in their backyard. Small Business Saturday seeks to rectify that situation – and it’s especially important to do so in economies such as this one. “We…

Assembly Begins on Mural Backdrop

This is the first year in many decades that a different artist is behind the creation of the mural for Concordia's Christmas Concert.

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR)  – The Emmy® Award-winning Concordia Christmas Concerts are hugely popular in the F-M area, and an integral component of them is the mural background behind the choirs and the orchestra. Assembly of the mural began on December 1st- and this year, the design came from a new source: artist Paul Johnson of Pelican Rapids. He said he…

Cancer Benefit for Shannyn Maack

The community is rallying around the hairstylist as she prepares for surgery and radiation.

One of the signs inside Speck’s on December 1st.FARGO, N.D. – Shannyn Maack was responsible. She was performing a self-examination when she found a concerning lump, so she went straight to her primary care physician who performed a scan and did discover Stage 1 Breast Cancer. Although she is facing a bilateral mastectomy and radiation, her chances to make it…

Snowmobile Season Begins in North Dakota

Trail availability is subject to change given snowfall amounts.

NORTH DAKOTA – Big day for outdoor recreation enthusiasts. It is the official start to snowmobile season in North Dakota. The state has 2,800 miles of snowmobile trails to cruise and explore. However, it takes work keeping that much area safe and well-maintained. So trail groomers are out and about, making sure there’s adequate snow cover and putting signs in…

Santa Sets up Shop in Fargo

Santa Village, organized by the Fargo Park District, transports families to a real winter wonderland.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)  – Children are, of course, likely going to write down their Christmas wishes in letter form and have that sent off to the North Pole. However, if they want some face time with Santa himself, there are few better places to do so than in Santa Village. Located in Rheault Farm, the immersive experience is free to…

Horace Man Accidentally Discharges Firearm, Injures Self

The man was able to administer first aid to himself while waiting for first responders.

HORACE, N.D. – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call coming from Horace at about 10:15 on the evening of November 29 regarding a man who had fired a gun and suffered an injury. Through an initial investigation, deputies learned the incident was caused by an unintentional discharge of a handgun, and the bullet struck the individual who…