Moorhead

Bird Strike Season Starting

FARGO — Wildlife researchers are sounding the alarm on a phenomenon that’s killing birds on NDSU’s campus, and it could be happening where you live and work, too. It’s bird strike, and it’s killed at least 60 birds on campus so far this season. The  fall migration is just beginning, and that means many migratory species of birds are on…

F5 Project raises awareness on their mission through golf tournament

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — For nearly nine years, the non-profit agency F5 Project has helped people find employment and a place to live. Serving more than five hundred people per month throughout North Dakota. “When we’re working with somebody at F5 Project, it’s because they want to change their life. They want a new life. They’re not there because they…

F-M Volunteers Raise Much-Needed Money for Ukrainian Refugees

The final total has not yet been confirmed, but the event raised at least $10,000 for refugees and their families.

MOORHEAD, MN – Dmytro Selchenko is one of many Ukrainians who was forced to flee his native country when Russia invaded. He settled in the Fargo-Moorhead area, and began working for TrueNorth Steel, a company that has been eager to put refugees on their payroll. “We have 8 Ukrainian employees and their families that really are counting on our community,…

Swing Barrel Brewing Celebrates Oktoberfest

The brewery released two new, special beers for the occasion.

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – The changing seasons can bring out a variety of seasonal products – including beer! Swing Barrel Brewing Company in Moorhead held an Oktoberfest party on Saturday, unveiling two new Fall brews for the occasion. There were also food trucks serving brats and sauerkraut, live music performed in traditional Bavarian style, and other games and activities. Swing…

Farm in the Dell Hosts First Fall Festival Day

Another Fall Festival day is planned for September 27.

MOORHEAD, MN – A fall-themed event out in Moorhead helped raise money and awareness for a local nonprofit. Farm in the Dell of the Red River Valley held their first Fall Festival day. There was a farmer’s market, barrel rides, and lots more. Farm in the Dell helps those with disabilities by providing them with purposeful work and life experience…

17-year-old Moorhead High School student faces charges for bringing weapon to school

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A Moorhead High School student was taken into custody after a school resource officer discovered a gun in their possession. Staff members at Moorhead Career Academy reported seeing the student drop the gun during a class transition period. The 17-year-old was swiftly taken into the office and eventually taken to West Central Regional Juvenile Center. An…

Pet Connection: Meet Buttercup

FARGO — His name is Buttercup, and yes, he’s a boy, and he’s not named after the flower. Instead, Buttercup, a four- or -five-month-old kitten, was first discovered all alone, only five weeks old, hiding in someone’s buttercup squash patch in Christine, N.D. They brought the baby in to Kritter Krazy Reptile and Exotic Rescue for care, and he’s been…

7-Year Old Hurt in Bike/Truck Crash

MOORHEAD — A seven-year old child is hurt and a driver is cited after a bike/truck crash Wednesday on the city’s south side. Moorhead police say it happened at around 4:54 PM in the 4100 block of 14th Street South. They sat the child was riding a bicycle in the crosswalk at that intersection when they were hit by a…

Quilting for Ukrainian Refugees

The quilters at Olivet Lutheran Church were more than happy to create a special quilt to help fundraise for Ukrainian refugees struggling to stay financially viable in Fargo-Moorhead.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – In a massive room at the Olivet Lutheran Church on South University Drive, dedicated quilters churn out about 250 creations a year to give to a variety of individuals in need. “Probably about half of them go to local charities here in town,” explained Donna Lewis. So when Michael Southam – a member of the congregation…