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‘Pins Down for Paige’ Shows Support for Local Mom

Paige Tollefson defied the odds to survive a major health scare - now, the community is letting her know they've got her back.

February 16, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) — It was just a few years ago that Paige Tollefson learned that she had somehow acquired a JAK2 gene mutation. This made it more likely that she would develop severe blood clots. Paige wouldn’t know how severe, though, until October of 2024, when two clots forced her into the hospital with unimaginable pain. At one point,…

22nd Annual DL Vintage Snowmobile Rally and Swap Meet

The event brings in snowmobile enthusiasts from far and wide to compare crafts and to compete.

February 16, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

DETROIT LAKES, MN (KVRR) – Outdoor sports enthusiasts braved the cold to ride and admire their prized antique snowmobiles. The 22nd Annual DL Vintage Snowmobile Rally and Swap Meet kicked off in front of Zorbaz at about 8 AM. 21 trophies were given out in the showcase portion of the day, where the sleds were judged in individual classes, while…

Man Arrested After Trying To Sell Cut Up Pieces Of F. Scott Fitzgerald Statue in St. Paul

February 16, 2025

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL (KVRR) — A St. Paul man has been arrested and charged for the theft of a bronze statue of a young F. Scott Fitzgerald two weeks ago. The statue of the Minnesota native sat outside his former school building on Dale Street. Police say 37-year-old Dustan Schmitt attempted to sell the statue, which had been cut up into…

Man Arrested After Pursuit On Roads and Multiple Fields Near Rothsay, MN

February 16, 2025

TJ Nelson,

OTTER TAIL CO., Minn. (KVRR) — A man is arrested after a pursuit through multiple fields and roads northeast of Rothsay, Minnesota. Otter Tail County Sheriff’s deputies were trying to arrest 33-year-old Levi Barry of Pelican Rapids on Saturday afternoon. Barry was wanted on multiple arrest warrants. Officers were finally able to stop him and make the arrest. No injuries…

Man Killed After Crashing His Snowmobile Into Ice Castle Fish House in Becker County, MN

February 16, 2025

TJ Nelson,

UPDATE (5PM 02/16/25) The victim’s name is Benjamin Hellerman, 39, of Sauk Centre, Minnesota. BECKER CO., Minn. (KVRR) — A man has died after crashing his snowmobile into an unoccupied fish house on Two Inlets Lake in Becker County, Minnesota. The sheriff’s office was notified last night around 9:30. They say two men were snowmobiling across the lake when one…

Man Shot in Cass County, Minnesota

There were multiple witnesses to the shooting, and the primary suspect was apprehended shortly afterwards as a result.

February 16, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

POWERS TOWNSHIP, MN – A man from Hackensack, Minnesota is in custody after allegedly shooting an acquaintance late Thursday night. Cass County Sheriff Bryan Welk says that at 11:26 PM the Sheriff’s Office received 911 calls reporting that a someone had been shot in Powers Township. Deputies and responders arrived and learned that an adult male, age 34, of Pine…

Trump tariffs will not impact costs of FM Diversion Project

February 14, 2025

Jim Monk,

(FARGO) – The cost of materials used for constructing the massive FM Area Flood Diversion will not be affected by tariffs set to go into effect next month by the Trump administration. Beginning March 12, President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum. Trump says the tariffs are designed to strengthen domestic manufacturing. FM…

LIVE: Save a Life Saturday

February 14, 2025

Emily Welker,

FARGO – Valentine’s Day is all about hearts and flowers. But this weekend, it’s time to turn from matters of the heart to saving hearts, instead. Sanford Ambulance workers gave us a sneak peek on the Morning Show into “Save a Life Saturday.” They’re running free training sessions at West Acres this weekend. You can stop by and get a…

“The Three Bears” take the stage at Concordia College

February 13, 2025

Alison Voorhees,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — If you’re a fan of “The Three Bears”…you might want to check out the version with a modern and Minnesota twist to it. Concordia Theatre, The Concordia Orchestra, and Concordia Opera is putting on the production for an audience of all ages. On Wednesday, 250 first and third graders from Dorothy Dodds Elementary School came to…

Churches United Says Cold Weather Is Bringing In Demand For More Shelter

February 13, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — As the frigid weather impacts our region, homeless shelters like Churches United in Moorhead are working to help people avoid the cold weather. Within the past few months, Churches United has gone through a rollercoaster of financial issues while trying to keep its doors open. The shelter is beyond full each night. With the demand continuously…