MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Internal Revenue Service says the nearly $1 billion in state tax rebates sent to more than 2 million Minnesotans last fall will be subject to federal income taxes, despite pleas from state officials. The federal tax bite out of the checks and direct deposits could cost taxpayers between $26 and $286 apiece, depending on income and…
FARGO — The clock is ticking to the time to celebrate and protect your ticker. Thursday is the start of American Heart Month. And Friday is National Wear Red Day for women’s heart health. Yes, February is the month we love to celebrate all things hearts and love. But loving your heart means taking some action to make it healthy….
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Moorhead Fire Department responded to a dryer fire in a mobile home off Lancaster Drive that left two people displaced. According to the battalion chief on the scene, the fire was in the side door with the dryer on fire. Some of the flames made their way into the attic above the dryer but were able…
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins and Seattle Mariners have reportedly agreed to a trade that would send former all-star infielder, Jorge Polanco to the Seattle Mariners. Polanco is the longest tenured member of the Twins and they got a haul back for him. — Minnesota is set to aquire 3 right handed pithcers, Anthony Descalfani, Justin Topa and prospect righty,…
FARGO — Area nonprofits are starting to put together their big plans for Giving Hearts Day coming up next month. It’s one of the biggest days in the region for charitable donations, and this is the second year the grassroots homelessness advocacy group Golden Drive for Homeless Kids is participating. Founder Sue Baron started the nonprofit 13 years ago, while…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — People could sample some of the area’s best hotdish during a competition in Moorhead. Moorhead American legion hosting this hotdish competition and silent auction to benefit the North Dakota/Minnesota Veterans Honor Flight. Twelve participants submitted hotdishes to be judged on taste, look, smell, and texture. This competition has been going on for 4 years and the competitors…
FARGO — We’re making a literal connection today on Pet Connection…. specifically, with a guy named after a connecting piece. Zipper comes to us from 4 Luv of Dog shelter, and he’s an approximately 2 year old Rottweiler mix. His handler Cindy Holtan says he’s one of those dogs that just makes them ask, “Why?” as in, why on earth…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR)- As the cannabis industry rapidly grows, a local college starts programs to help students get prepared. M-State is partnering with Green Flower to create multiple programs to teach students about the cannabis business. Green Flower trains cannabis professionals. The online programs take around 9 weeks to complete and reward a certificate to show expertise. The programs are…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Moorhead Police are looking for information on an injured puppy that was left outside a fire station. The puppy, which was inside of a kennel, was abandoned at the back side of South Moorhead Fire Station on Sunday morning. Police say it was very lethargic, had obvious trauma to its head and appeared in distress. Lt….
FARGO — Ever heard of the Legend of Zelda? Even if you haven’t, you might recognize its music. And even then, if you still don’t — you’ve probably heard of the Disney movie, Fantasia. That familiarity with myths, legends, games and fairy tales is part of what the performers and maestro of the F-M Symphony are predicting will make this…
