FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Numerous people became new U.S. citizens during the naturalization ceremony at Barry Hall in downtown Fargo. For some, they never would have imagined becoming an American. “15 years old, I was in another mindset. I was a student, never thought I would move to America.” said Sadiq Rohani, a new U.S. citizen. “I was excited, obviously…
SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — A former manager at the Harvard Medical School morgue, his wife and three other people have been indicted in connection with the theft and sale of human body parts, federal prosecutors in Pennsylvania announced Wednesday. Cedric Lodge, 55, of Goffstown, New Hampshire, stole dissected portions of cadavers that were donated to the school in the scheme…
HORACE, N.D. (KVRR) — There will be two names on the ballot during a special recall election in Horace in August. Arlin Fisher filed before the Tuesday at 4 p.m. deadline. He will challenge Stephanie Landstrom, the current councilmember who is the target of the recall. Some people were upset in January when the council voted “not to extend” its…
U.S. Forest Service says about 30 acres of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are currently burning. The Minnesota Interagency Incident Command Team B has been requested to coordinate the extended response to the Spice Lake fire. That’s in the Gunflint Ranger District of the Superior National Forest. The fire is being monitored and at the moment it’s still small,…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Yunker Farm in north Fargo is going to be revitalized to become a “destination” location. Fargo Park District Commissioners voted unanimously to accept the final recommendations for the master improvement plan to reorganize the 55-acre park. Proposed amenities include a relocated and larger dog park on the north end, a new location for the existing community…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — West Fargo Police identify a juvenile male connected to a fire at Dakota Park. Fire crews were called out just after 1:00 Tuesday afternoon and found smoke coming from the public restrooms. Heavy smoke caused over $6,000 in damages. The juvenile male faces a Class C felony. Police say the juvenile does not appear to…
SABIN, Minn. (KVRR) – Investigators believe a fire that damaged a highway bridge Tuesday evening near Sabin was intentionally set. Sheriff Mark Empting says crews were called to the fire in the 8000 block of 80th Street South at around 9:35 p.m. The bridge is constructed of railroad ties and was fully engulfed in flames. Empting says the Minnesota Pollution…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — On five Tuesdays in the summer, Moorhead Parks and Recreation presents RiverArts. During these events, you can expect cultural performances, artist-led demonstrations and activities, inflatables, yard games, a photo station, and more. There are concessions available from The Lions Club of Moorhead and adult beverages from Fargo-Moorhead Community Theater. People were encouraged to bring a chair…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — The best bowlers across the globe are back in the F-M region for the first time in fifty years. The PBA Tournament stops by Moorhead’s Sunset Lanes as hundreds await their chance to roll and greet some of the best in the game. “It’s just an opportunity that came up. Jay Fettig and Marshall Kent…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)– The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce celebrates Crunch Fitness in Fargo. Staff says the ribbon cutting represents their partnership with the amazing people and businesses involved with the Chamber. The gym took over the building left empty by Toys’R’Us. The General Manager of Crunch Fitness, Zeb Miller, says the facility is hoping to continue partnering…
