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First North Dakota Renaissance Faire a huge hit

The first of it's kind in North Dakota, the Renaissance Faire has people lined up to get in even hours after the gates opened.

August 13, 2022

Site Staff,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — We talked to organizers, performers, and people who were happy for an opportunity to dress up and express themselves! Host Don Larenzo, the Baron of Treviso and host of the Faire welcomes the guests into his castle. “We have many guests because the people of Fargo desperately needed this,” said Don Larenzo the Baron of…

Parents in Moorhead worried about new bussing plan

Bus driver shortages are changing the ways many parents will get their children to school in Moorhead.

August 12, 2022

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) -Bus driver shortages are changing the ways many parents will get their children to school in Moorhead. A Moorhead Area Public Schools office says this is a problem they’re working to solve immediately. He says over the last two years they’ve lost 14 drivers. Some have aged out and went into retirement so now their mission will…

Roers announces development plans for downtown Moorhead

The Fargo-based development group shared a mock-up of the project

August 11, 2022

Alison Voorhees,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Moorhead’s downtown area is set to get a new look. Roers is partnering with JLG Architects and Stantec on the Downtown Moorhead Development project. They say the project could be upwards of nine city blocks, taking over the location where the Moorhead Center Mall sits. The project is set to have multiple phases with the first…

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Arlene

A champion cuddler and conversationalist.

August 11, 2022

Emily Welker,

Arlene is a cat with a lot to say, and a lot of love to give. She’s been in the Homeward Animal Shelter for 104 days now, and so it’s understandable she’s seen a lot and wants to comment on it. The pretty, personable almost-8-year old tortoiseshell domestic shorthair isn’t just full of sweet words of endearment for a potential…

9th annual Mutt March prioritizes vet care

Who let the dogs out? Apparently, everyone did in Moorhead.

August 6, 2022

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — The 9th annual Mutt March featured obstacle courses, games for dogs and a march for our best friends across MB Johnson Park. Hosted by 4 Luv of Dog Rescue, this year’s walk benefits the non-profits Spay and Neuter Impact Project, or SNIP. They’re trying to raise as much as they can to give dogs and cats…

WeFest well underway in Detroit Lakes

One of the biggest country music stages in the country gets bigger.

August 5, 2022

KVRR Staff,

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) — It’s the second year back after taking a break in 2020. WE Fest has kicked off at Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes. “I am a people fan. I love seeing the smiles on their faces and the joy when they’re here and the whoop whoopin’ when the artists are up on stage. It’s just,…

West Acres Mall celebrates turning 50

The mall's CEO speaks about celebrating the special day by looking at its humble beginning and how far it's come.

July 31, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) –West Acres Mall reflects on 50 years. West Acres Mall is celebrating its special day by looking at its humble beginning and how far it’s come. William Schlossman had a vision. “The inspiration came out of necessity. He was managing the black building and Sears was 40,000 feet. They wanted to be more than twice that size…

“Fargo Meets Japan” event shares language and traditions

"Fargo Meets Japan" holds its first Japenese cultural event with plenty of food, games, and entertainment.

July 31, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- Organizers say they want to provide an outlet to people interested in Japanese culture. They were surprised and really happy about the number of people that came out. Sushi Burrito Café was serving food. Live entertainment included Soran dancing and there were karate demonstrations. “Not a lot of Japanese born people in Fargo, that’s part of the…

North Dakota Derby Day highlights social horse racing culture

The North Dakota Horse Park bring Kentucky Derby vibes on North Dakota Derby Day!

July 30, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The dapper outfits are on full display. Derby day is the season finale for horse racing in the North Dakota Horse Park, owners, trainers, and jockey’s have been working for months to prepare their horses, for this moment. Hundreds came out and laid their bets down. Molly Kerr and Mikayla Bennett are out there for the…

Fargo’s Ride to Fight Suicide focuses on mental health

July 30, 2022

Site Staff,

HORACE, N.D. (KVRR)- Leaders of the North Dakota chapter for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, are raising funds and focusing energy towards suicide prevention and mental health, through there 11th annual Ride to Fight Suicide event. Over 80 riders registered to make the 150 mile trip from Fort Saloon in Abercrombie to Silver Dollar in West Fargo. Organizers say you…