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Scammer Takes Over Local Facebook Account To Sell Bogus Taylor Swift Tickets

Scam Facebook PostPOLK CO., Minn. (KVRR) — Authorities in Polk County are investigating numerous complaints about bogus Taylor Swift U.S. Bank Stadium tickets sold on Facebook. The sheriff’s office says the account of Hailey Trautner was hacked and an unknown person is using it to get victims to send money electronically using Zelle or PayPal. After payment, they don’t get…

Locals Gather To Celebrate International Women’s Day

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. This day also marks a call to action for the acceleration of women’s equality. Kondial Kel International focuses on topics that unite the community by improving women’s and youth’s mental health and overall well-being – leading them to live…

Burgum Bashes White House While Praising North Dakota Oil And Gas Industry

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP/KVRR) — Gov. Doug Burgum is praising the oil and gas industry for being a “powerhouse” and “game-changer” for the state’s economy. He is also bashing the White House for trying to shift the country away from climate change-causing fossil fuels. Citing recent studies, the Republican governor says the industry contributed more than $42 billion to the state’s…

Gov. Walz signs gender affirming healthcare bill

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — Governor Tim Walz signs an executive action to protect access to gender affirming healthcare in Minnesota. It refers to all medical, surgical, counseling, or referral services, including telehealth services, that an individual may receive to support and affirm that individual’s gender identity or gender expression. Walz says you will not be punished for seeking or…

Two big lottery wins in Twin Valley, Minnesota

ROSEVILLE, Minn. (KVRR) — A second big win in Twin Valley, Minnesota. On February 13th, a Gopher 5 jackpot worth over $1 million was sold at the Twin Valley Convenience Store. Less than a month later, a Coffee House Crossword! scratch ticket with a $100,000 prize was sold at Municipal Liquor Store. Both prizes have been claimed. The names and cities…

LIVE: Unglued Craft Fest 2023

Coming unglued with all the snow? We can help entertain you.

If you’re in need of a little break from all the snow and shoveling we’re dealing with, we’ve got the perfect antidote. The 13th annual Unglued Craft Fest is coming up this weekend at the West Acres Mall. It’s your one-stop shopping destination for everything locally-produced, handmade, artisan-crafted, creative, quirky and just plain eye-catching in decor, treats, clothing, crafts and…

Suspect In Stabbing At Exxon Last August Is Sentenced

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A man arrested for a stabbing at Exxon along 13th Avenue South in Fargo last August is sentenced to 2 years in prison. 41-year-old Christopher Kane entered Alford pleas on Monday to reckless endangerment and aggravated assault. Two other charges were dropped. Alford pleas are for a defendant to maintain innocence while understanding there is enough…

Sendoff to state for Moorhead Spuds Boy’s Hockey

The community showed up to support the team at Murphy's Pub in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — After a long season, the Moorhead Spuds boy’s hockey team is headed to state. They were joined by fans of all ages at Murphy’s Pub to get autographs and send them off with good luck at their upcoming games. With a 19-9 record, the boys are excited to get going in these playoff games. This is…