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Mall of America Shuts Down Similar Ride that Malfunctioned at Ohio State Fair

Although both rides swing back and forth like a pendulum, they are made by different manufacturers

  BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — A ride in the Mall of America was shut down after a similar ride at the Ohio State Fair malfunctioned, leaving one person dead and seven others hurt. A statement from the mall says Shredder’s Mutant Masher will stay closed until being fully inspected by its manufacturer, Chance Rides Inc. The ride is similar to the…

Boat Involved in Rescue on the Red River Recovered

Fargo fire officials say retrieving the boat was good practice for future river rescues

  FARGO, ND — A boat was recovered after getting stuck on the Red River Tuesday morning. The boat became stranded after a father and son couldn’t get the motor to start, causing it to drift and get stuck in the river’s rocks. It took Fargo and Moorhead rescue crews about two hours to bring them to safety using cables…

Golden Drive Homeless Kids: Community Event and Bike Run

Star Wars + First Responders + Motorcycle Run + Batman = Helping Homeless Kids in the FM Area.

It takes a pretty sunshiny personality to shine a light on the dark places in our community. And that’s why Sue Baron, of the Golden Drive Homeless Kids organization, is one of our very favorite people to have live in-studio on the KVRR Morning Show. Baron’s organization works to fight the effects of homelessness on the children in the FM…

Fargo Diocese Priest Will Not Be Charged, Remains on Administrative Leave

Father Thomas Feltman was being investigated for what the diocese called "alleged conduct" involving his interaction with youth.

WAHPETON, ND – Charges will not be filed against a Fargo Catholic Diocese priest accused of inappropriately touching girls. Father Thomas Feltman was being investigated for what the diocese called “alleged conduct” involving his interaction with youth. Richland County States Attorney Ron McBeth says that although Feltman’s behavior was socially unacceptable, “there is no evidence that the touching was done…

Women Involved in Altercation in Fargo Walmart Parking Lot Come Together

He said all three women have expressed regret regarding their interaction and language with each other

FARGO, ND — The women at the center of a racist rant caught on cell phone in the Walmart parking lot Tuesday night have come together at the Fargo Police Department. Chief David Todd met with Amber Hensley, Sarah Hassan and Leyla Hassan. He said all three women have expressed regret regarding their interaction and language with each other. Todd…

Miracle Treat Day: Sweet Treats for a Good Cause

Dairy Queens Around the Area Gave At least $1 to the Children's Miracle Network for Every Blizzard Sold

MOORHEAD, Minn. — I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. That’s what people in our area said all day long as they gave in to their sweet tooth for a good cause. People started lining up as the doors opened at the Dairy Queen in Moorhead to get a blizzard. “We just came out to support the…

Wiggles and Giggles Kids Take Special Shopping Trip with the United Way of Cass Clay

The goal is to help 5,800 kids at this year's school supply drive

FARGO, ND — The 2017 United Way School Supply drive is just nine days away and the kids from Wiggles and Giggles are hard at work to make it a success. The kids went to Walmart with the $5000 they raised to purchase school supplies for those in need. They purchased backpacks, pencils, highlighters, folders, binders. You name it, they…

TEDxFargo Working to Make a Difference in the Red River Valley

TEDxFargo took over the Fargo Civic Center with an event covering all topics in the community

FARGO, ND — In the span of seven hours, TEDxFargo tackled a number of discussions on challenges facing the area and how people plan on solving them. With speakers from California, Vermont and from all across the F-M area, TEDx is bringing forth endless ideas of creative possibilities. “We cover the entire country basically with bringing our speakers in. They…

Wahpeton Man Finishes 47 Mile Walk for Shriners Hospital

Tom Meadows made it to the end of the finish line at el zagal shrine early this morning

FARGO, ND — Instead of sitting on the couch and watching Shriners Hospital commercials, 59-year-old Tom Meadows decided to get up and do something to help the children. Four days after embarking on a 47 mile walk from Wahpeton to Fargo, his journey has come to an end. “I feel honored to help somebody go on with their cause and…

Conceal and Carry Without a Permit Now Legal in North Dakota

North Dakota residents will be able to carry a handgun without a permit starting next month

FARGO, ND — North Dakota will officially be a part of the constitutional carry and conceal states beginning August 1. Governor Burgum signed the bill, which will now allow law abiding citizens to carry a concealed handgun without a permit. Each person must live in North Dakota, have a valid North Dakota driver’s license and be at least 18 years…