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The Chamber Hosts Debate Between GOP Candidates for Governor of North Dakota

Rep. Kelly Armstrong (R-ND)/Lt. Gov. Tammy Miller (R-ND)FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The GOP candidates for governor of North Dakota face off once again during a debate hosted by The Chamber at Avalon Events Center in Fargo. Rep. Kelly Armstrong and Lt. Gov. Tammy Miller began the debate by voicing their continued support for Donald Trump after his convictions. The candidates…

New Documentary Features North Dakota Native American Professional Bull Rider Stetson Lawrence

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Stetson Lawrence ranked among the top 25 bull riders globally until a second major injury derailed his career. He was one of the few Native American professional riders. The life of the Chippewa Sioux rodeo star who grew up near Williston, North Dakota is featured in a new documentary called “Another Eight Seconds”. “I take it…

Cramer: Trump convicted by ‘kangaroo court’

A kangaroo court in a third world city has ensured Donald Trump’s place in history as the 1st convicted president to win re-election. No crime + no evidence + discredited witnesses = an obviously successful appeal.#StandwithTrump #NYBananaRepublic.https://t.co/R5hBfrDjUj — Kevin Cramer (@kevincramer) May 30, 2024 WASHINGTON (KVRR) – Minutes after a New York jury found former President Donald Trump guilty of…

Runnings announces deal to purchase Home of Economy

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – Runnings, a retailer based in Marshall, Minnesota, has announced an agreement to purchase Grand Forks-based Home of Economy, a company with eight stores in North Dakota. The acquisition will expand Runnings to 90 locations, serving customers in 12 states from New York to Montana. The deal between Runnings and Home of Economy is scheduled to close in…

Mind Virus bookstore looks to serve counterculture community in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A new bookstore is looking to grow the counterculture scene in downtown Fargo. Mind Virus Counter-Culture Books and Media is a locally owned bookstore specializing in alternative literature and art. They’re hoping to provide a space for local artists and writers to sell their zines and grow their audience. Owner Isaac Kobrinsky says that he got…

Fire destroys abandoned home near Hawley

HAWLEY, Minn. (KVRR) – Investigators will try to determine the cause of a fire at an abandoned house in rural Hawley. Clay County Sheriff Mark Empting says crews from several departments responded to the blaze early Thursday at 231 270th Street North. Empting says the house was engulfed in flames and the roof of the garage collapsed before firefighters arrived….

DFL calls for State Senator Nicole Mitchell to resign following arrest in Detroit Lakes

State Sen. Nicole Mitchell (D) Woodbury, Minn.ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) – The Minnesota DFL is calling for the resignation of DFL State Sen. Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury, who is facing charges in connection with a residential burglary in Detroit Lakes. “The Minnesota DFL believes that all elected officials should be held accountable, including members of our own party. While Sen….