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After 16 years of planning, Moorhead breaks ground on 20th/21st Street Underpass

Officials put shovels in the ground to kick off the Main Avenue and 20th/21st Street South Underpass project

July 16, 2018

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MOORHEAD, MN– The city of Moorhead is breaking ground for the largest transportation project in its history. The mayor and other officials finally put shovels in the ground to kick off the Main Avenue and 20th/21st Street South Underpass project. It has been in the works since 2002. The total cost of the project is $72 million, with $48 million coming…

Minnesota Unveils New Look To Driver’s Licenses And IDs

Minnesotans will be able to apply for a REAL ID-compliant card in October 2018

July 16, 2018

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Driver’s license and ID cards in Minnesota are getting a new look and security upgrades. They include vertical and horizontal designs and state of Minnesota branding featuring the Mississippi River, a canoeist and a pine forest. The vertical design is for those under 21 to make it easier for businesses to identify those of legal age….

This Is A Big Week For Shopping And Live Music In Our Region

Downtown Fargo Street Fair and Moondance Jam Both Begin On Thursday

July 16, 2018

TJ Nelson,

This is a big week for fans of shopping and live music. The annual Downtown Fargo Street Fair begins on Thursday and runs through Saturday. On the same day, rock and roll fans will begin jamming out at Moondance Jam in Walker, Minnesota. This year’s Jam will be highlighted by rock, rap and country superstar, Kid Rock. The Detroit native…

Two Men Hurt After Crashing ATV Near Grubb Lake

victims identified as 38-year-old Adam Boyer and 43-year-old Michael Baas

July 16, 2018

TJ Nelson,

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Minn. — Two people were hurt in an ATV crash near Grubb Lake, southwest of Alexandria. Douglas County Sheriff’s Office got a 911 call late Saturday night about the crash on Grubb Lake Road. They identified the victims as 38-year-old Adam Boyer and 43-year-old Michael Baas. One victim had walked to a home to get help. He was…

LIVE: Clay County Sheriff’s Race

We interview this first of a field of four candidates.

July 16, 2018

Emily Welker,

Clay County is losing its longtime sheriff Bill Bergquist this fall. He’s retiring after decades with the department, and four people are vying for the chance to replace him. Among them is a longtime detective with Bergquist’s department. Jason Hicks has investigated many of the highest-profile crimes in the county over the past decade. Hicks says he’s looking for a…

Competition Heats Up in First Ever North Dakota Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament

Twenty teams were vying for first place including "Rest in Pieces," "Puzzle Posse," "What is a Puzzle?" and "Puzzlers on the Edge"

July 15, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — The Red River Valley Fair has its traditions, but this year something a little different was added. KVRR’s Danielle Church pieces together for us how much everyone felt about the first ever North Dakota Jigsaw Puzzle Competition. Twenty teams had three hours to complete a 500-piece puzzle. “I love puzzles and I am a very competitive…

FRA Picnic Brings Sailors, Marines and Coasties Together

They do the event annually

July 15, 2018

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — Sailors, Marines and Coasties from all over North Dakota got to know each other better at the Fargo Fleet Reserve Association’s (FRA) annual picnic in West Fargo. Because our region is so far from an ocean, veterans and those still working in the Navy, Marines and Coast Guard say it can be hard to meet others…

Moorhead Teen Hurt By Boat Propeller

19-year-old Claire Holland had jumped off of the pontoon

July 15, 2018

TJ Nelson,

VERGAS, Minn. — A Moorhead teen was hit by a boat propeller on Loon Lake near Vergas on Saturday night. Otter Tail County authorities say 19-year-old Claire Holland had jumped off of the pontoon then tried to get back on when she was hit by the propeller. Holland’s left thigh was cut. She was flown to Sanford in Fargo for…

Bill Introduced By MN Sen. Smith Aims To Help School Districts Hire Teachers

July 13, 2018

Site Staff,

WASHINGTON – Minnesota Senator Tina Smith introduces a bill to try to end a nationwide teacher shortage. The Democrat says 48 states are struggling to make sure there’s a teacher in every classroom. She adds it’s especially hard to hire educators for science, math and special education positions and in rural areas. The Addressing Teacher Shortages Act would allow districts…

Clay County Fair Kicks Off in Barnesville

Many people have been coming year after year

July 12, 2018

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BARNESVILLE, Minn. — The Clay County Fair kicked off today, and it’s a well –loved tradition by many in the area. Paul and Shellee Hansen, owners of Hansen’s Festival Concessions, have been involved with the fair for about 20 years, and they say many of the vendors are actually related to each other. “I get to see the same people year after…