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Rep. Fishbach Responds to Protest

The protest took place outside her Moorhead office on Wednesday; an official response was issued on Friday.

July 12, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – KVRR has obtained a response from Rep. Michelle Fischbach regarding the protest outside her Moorhead office on Wednesday, July 9. At the time of KVRR’s coverage on Wednesday, there was no comment from Fischbach or her staff. However, on Friday, July 11, we received an official statement from the congresswoman. It says, in full: “Over 275,000…

Red River Market Opens for Season

July 11, 2025

Emily Welker,

FARGO — The Red River Market kicks off for the season tomorrow in downtown, but the nonprofit behind it is running into resistance from city leaders when it comes to blocking off downtown streets for their gatherings. Folkways founder Simone Wai says it won’t affect the farmers market, which is now in its second decade and has grown to 80-some…

Pet Connection: Meet Kahlua

July 10, 2025

Emily Welker,

FARGO — Kahlua, the queen of kisses, joined the Morning Show with her friend, rescue worker Heather Klefstad of Homeward Animal Shelter, to share a somewhat unusual origin story. Homeward’s rescue workers found Kahlua, a striking four-and-a-half-year-old husky with blue eyes and a sweet and affectionate disposition, in the Fargo pound. When they brought her in, they of course had…

Protesters Gather Outside Fishbach’s Office After ‘Yes’ Vote on Bill

The demonstration largely focused on potential cuts to Medicaid, but also mentioned the ways it will hurt society as a whole.

July 9, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Labor union members and other concerned citizens began their protest outside Rep. Michelle Fischbach’s Moorhead office at about 12:30 on July 9. Fishbach was one of four Congressional members representing Minnesota who voted yes on President Trump’s budget bill. Protesters came from all points on the political spectrum – like Jessica Cain, who voted for Trump…

Swimmer’s Itch appearing in lakes across the region

July 9, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) — Every summer across the nation, lake lovers have to contend with swimmers’ itch—an annoying rash caused by parasites in warm water. “You know we’re out swimming in these usually shallow parts or warmer parts of the water. Closer to the surface. Then these parasites will try to burrow into our skin to find a new…

43 Years of Sweetening Survivors’ Lives: Cherries for Charity

July 9, 2025

Emily Welker,

FARGO — Summers in the region are pretty sweet for a lot of us. And there’s a way going on tonight, and through next Tuesday, that you can show support for local survivors of sexual and domestic violence, with some of summer’s sweetest treats. The annual “Cherries for Charity” is going on right now in all eight metro-area Hornbacher’s supermarkets…

Primed For Bargains: Fargo Police on Amazon Prime Day Crime

July 8, 2025

Emily Welker,

FARGO — Are you primed for bargains? Amazon Prime Days starts today and runs through Friday. But porch pirates are also primed for steals, according to law enforcement. So Fargo Police are offering some of their best professional advice on how to harden yourself as a target for thieves during the big online shopping event. First, consider investing in a…

Moorhead’s newest sweet treat opens with grand opening

July 3, 2025

KVRR Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Business is back in the old Moorhead Tastee Freez building with new owners and a new name. The new Buddy’s Parfait had its grand opening this afternoon and it was pretty busy when we arrived. Buddy’s offers the cool treats that many expect at an ice cream shop, but they also have hot meals like cheese…

Minnesota State Patrol: Drive safe for Fourth of July weekend

July 3, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) –As celebrations for the Fourth of July holiday weekend kick off, officials want you to stay safe in your travels. “With a lot of summer left, we have had a number of crashes generally resulting from people driving too fast, impaired driving, distracted driving, and just people getting killed or seriously injured from not wearing their seatbelts,”…

Second “Safe City Nights” brings together community and first responders in Moorhead

The first was held at Robert Asp Elementary, while the third will be held in Queens Park.

July 2, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Moorhead saw its second “Safe City Nights” celebration of the summer. The series is coordinated by Moorhead Police Athletics and Activities League, who help to bring in all the public agencies in the city. The department says that for the first Safe City Nights event at Robert Asp Elementary, they beat their attendance projection by over…