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Structure Fire in Grand Forks

The damage was extensive in the unit in which the fire began, but nobody was physically harmed in the blaze.

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – At approximately 1:43 AM on Saturday, June 7th, the Grand Forks Fire Department responded to 812 4th Ave S for a report of smoke and fire alarms sounding in a multi-family residence. Fire crews witnessed heavy smoke coming from the second and third floors of the building. They were able to quickly extinguish the source of…

Lane Closures in Fargo Beginning Monday

One closure is for asphalt resurfacing, while the other is for storm sewer repairs.

FARGO, N.D. – There are a couple of lane closures commuters should know about so they can prepare for their commute in Fargo next week. Beginning at 7 a.m. on Monday, June 9, both eastbound and westbound lanes of 1st Avenue North will be reduced to one lane of traffic in each direction between 36th Street North and 29th Street…

Veterans have a chance to experience the outdoors with farm animals this summer

GLYNDON, Minn. (KVRR) — Chickens, horses, dogs, and cats. The Fargo VA brings together veterans for a summer full of rest, relaxation, and connection. “We use rhythm, relationship, repetition. Those are all healing to the brain. So we can literally bring about healing by being out in nature,” said Dawn Robson, Owner of That’s the Dream Farm. “To see their…

Lawsuit Over Wetlands Easement in LaMoure County

LAMOURE COUNTY, N.D. (KVRR) — A North Dakota farmer is suing the federal government for violating the terms of a wetlands easement from years ago. Cody Peterson filed the lawsuit back in April claiming that the decades-old easement is not specific to the areas and labeling small depressions as part of a wetland. Peterson states in his case the Fish…

Beyond Shelter Opens New Offices in Fargo

The organization focused on building affordable housing for others finally got around to constructing a nice space for themselves.

FARGO, N.D. – It’s been over two decades since Beyond Shelter, Incorporated started their work to develop affordable housing. 45 projects and 1,360 homes later, the nonprofit decided to focus on a different demographic for their next build – themselves. “We’re so excited,” said development director Christopher Miller. “It’s taken 25 years to get to this point of having our…

Woman Arrested in Beltrami County Arson Investigation

BELTRAMI COUNTY, Minn. (KVRR) — A woman is arrested following an arson investigation. Natasha Redeagle was arrested for intentionally setting the fire to a mobile home. Authorities in Beltrami County responded to the fire in the 5000 Block of Theater Lane Northwest in Eckles Township. When deputies arrived, the mobile home was fully engulfed. Two people were inside when the…

Fair Chance Job Fair Reaches Out to Those With Employment Difficulties

The idea is to get applicants in front of companies who are specifically expecting someone with their type of background.

FARGO, N.D. – The North Dakota Job Service held a specialized event designed to help those who might have particular struggles in finding employment. It’s called the Fair Chance Job Fair, and it took place at the job service location in Fargo on 32nd Street. The fair was designed to assist people that may have possible barriers to employment, such…