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LIVE: “Speed Dating” and “Turandot” Done Right by the Young Artists Program of the F-M Opera

FARGO — They’re some of the biggest voices coming out of the youngest singers in the country. And now, Fargo-Moorhead Opera is showcasing them in their Young Artists program in their spring season, starting next month. The young vocalists are selected through auditions from hundreds of other candidates from all over the country to come to Fargo and hone their…

Son of major league pitcher from Fargo in critical condition after being hit by car

Toby Swanson & Erik Swanson CLEARWATER, Fla. (FOX-13) – The 4-year-old boy who was struck by a car in Clearwater on Sunday and airlifted in critical condition is the son of Fargo native and Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Erik Swanson. The City of Clearwater reported the child, Toby Swanson, of Fargo, North Dakota, remains in critical condition at Johns Hopkins…

Thousands expected at memorial service for 3 slain Minnesota first responders

Thousands of law enforcement officers, firefighters and paramedics are expected to pack a Minnesota church Wednesday for a memorial service for three first responders who were gunned down in the line of duty.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Thousands of law enforcement officers, firefighters and paramedics are expected to pack a Minnesota church on Wednesday for a memorial service for three first responders who were gunned down while responding to a report of a domestic incident at a home with seven children inside. The Minneapolis suburb of Burnsville has been in mourning in the week and a…

Biden and Trump Easily Win Michigan Primaries

DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump won the Michigan primaries on Tuesday, further solidifying the all-but-certain rematch between the two men. Biden defeated Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips, his one significant opponent left in the Democratic primary. But Democrats were also closely watching the results of the “uncommitted” vote, as Michigan has become the epicenter…

Toto’s Joe Williams still enjoying the stage after decades of performing

FARGO (KVRR) – Two iconic 1980’s rock bands will hit the stage for back-to-back performances in Grand Forks Saturday. Journey and Toto will be at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks. It’s all part of Journey’s 50th Anniversary Freedom Tour. In an interview with KVRR Local News, Toto lead vocalist Joe Williams says the tour has been a huge success for…

Golden Drive Homeless Kids shop for over $25,000 worth of food to help those in need

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Despite the winter storm, Golden Drive Homeless Kids shopped for over $25,000 worth of food to distribute in the community. These items were being gathered at West Fargo Rural Fire Department to help those in need. Golden Drive says a lot of this came from the efforts of the community during Giving Hearts Day. Even…

The groundhog was wrong; winter roars back in the Fargo-Moorhead area

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Despite the groundhog predicting an early spring, winter made its presence known Tuesday with a strong storm across the region. This has left schools, businesses and other establishments closed due to the snow and very strong winds. Visibility became an issue as snow blew around the metro and snow drifts caused driving hazards. According to Sgt….

Woman Accused of Exposing Herself To Customers, Assaulting Business Owner in New York Mills

NEW YORKS MILLS, Minn. (KFGO) — A Wadena, Minnesota woman was arrested early last Sunday morning for causing a disturbance at a business after she was asked to leave. Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office responded to the call in New York Mills. 38-year-old Nichole Shoultz is accused of exposing herself to customers, becoming combative, and assaulting the business owner. Before…

Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Under Investigation

DEVILS LAKE, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — A Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office deputy who has been with the department for about 16 years has been put on administrative leave and is under investigation. Sheriff Bryan Lang says says 36-year-old Benjamin Myrum of Devils Lake was put on leave last week. Lang says the investigation centers on allegations of misapplication of entrusted property…