Moorhead

LIVE: Art Is Springing Up All Over

We're behind the scenes as the put the finishing touches on the biggest art bash of the year.

If you want a sneak peek at the biggest celebration of the year for art here in the Red River Valley, look no further. The Morning Show’s Emily Welker just couldn’t wait, so we went live from the Plains Art Museum as organizers scrambled to put together the multi-level, multi-art Spring Gala: Black and White at the Plains Art Museum….

LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Jack

You don't know Jack, but you should!

We didn’t know Jack, either, until Diamond In The Ruff’s Ryan Keel brought him in to meet us in the KVRR Morning Show studio live on the air this Pet Connection Thursday. And boy, were we ever impressed. Jack’s a calm, well-mannered, affectionate lab cross with perhaps some bulldog or pit bull thrown in. He gets along well with everyone…

Governor Burgum, Senator Hoeven Join Discussion on Diversion Project

Governor Doug Burgum and U.S. Senator John Hoeven will join the monthly Metro Flood Diversion Authority meeting.

FARGO, ND — Governor Doug Burgum and U.S. Senator John Hoeven will join the monthly Metro Flood Diversion Authority meeting. Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney along with Moorhead Mayor Del Rae Williams will also be involved in the discussion. Mayor Mahoney says it will be September or October before the Minnesota DNR issues a decision on a permit application for the…

Boy Scouts of America to Rename Organization Next February

The new name will be Scouts BSA

NATIONAL — The Boy Scouts of America will officially drop “boy” from their title next February. The new name of the older groups in the organization will be “Scouts BSA” to become gender neutral. Scouts BSA started welcoming girls into their organization last fall. They will be keeping the name of its younger group as “Cub Scouts” because it is already…

LIVE: New Artist Series

Mike Marth: Man At Work.

We’re starting something new here on the Morning Show, with a series of stories that profile the artists who live and create right here in the Red River Valley. From visual artists, to dancers, to musicians, standup comics and more, each one of them is a separate voice and a unique vision. Not only do they contribute an enormous amount…

Minnesota DPS Reminding People to Stay Cautious When Out Riding Their Motorcycles

A survey the department conducted found about half of Minnesotans don't wear motorcycle helmets

With warm weather comes the many motorcyclists who are ready to get back on the road. If you’re one of them, Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) officials say it’s important to not let the excitement get the best of you and to always be cautious. Minnesota has more motorcycle accidents during rush hour and on the weekends than at…

Discovery Students Show Off Their Art, Music At Annual Bluestem Ball

This was the second year Discovery Middle School held it at the Bluestem Center for the Arts

MOORHEAD, Minn. — It’s a music gig, exhibit and a ball all in one. Discovery Middle School’s Art and Music departments hosted their Bluestem Ball. Not only did it feature student jazz musicians, but students’ artwork was on display and a dance show. Discovery’s art and music instructors say they wanted to put on the ball to showcase the students’ talents…

Moorhead Police Auction Off Impounded Vehicles

Police say the auction is needed to clear out seized property

MOORHEAD, Minn. — If you’re looking for a cheap car or bike, there is a unique way you can get one from local law enforcement. The Moorhead Police Department held a public auction where they sold off cars, bikes, and other items that have been impounded. People could bid in person or online, and about a hundred cars and bikes were…

LIVE: Au-Some Evening 2018

An awesome event with activists for autism awareness.

It’s a growing medical diagnosis in American kids, and it might be one of the most poorly understood. Autism spectrum conditions affect many families in North Dakota, and until less than a decade ago, there were no organizations here dedicated to supporting them. That’s why Darcy Kasprowicz and her family started the North Dakota Autism Center, right around the time…

Moorhead High School Celebrates Students With International Day

More than 75 students at the school are from different countries

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Moorhead High School took its students on a trip around the world with its International Day. English language learners and foreign exchange students put on the event for the entire school. More than than 75 students filled the Moorhead High School gymnasium this afternoon, each one of them with their own story about why they immigrated to the U.S….