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Holiday week blizzard threatens travel in Dakotas, Minnesota

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s another gust of snow traveling through parts of North Dakota and Minnesota. As both a Winter Weather Advisory and a blizzard warning stay in effect. “As those winds pick up, I think the latest report from Fargo is one or two inches. Which is going to be enough to probably lead to those blizzard conditions…

Concert Series: Carly Pearce will hope you’re happy to see her at Shooting Star Casino

MAHNOMEN, Minn. (KVRR) — A country singer who blends traditional and contemporary country-pop is coming to Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minnesota next year. Carly Pearce will take the stage on Friday, April 3 with hits like “I Hope You’re Happy Now” and “What He Didn’t Do”. Tickets go on sale Monday, January 5 and will cost you $47 or…

Bail set for man charged in fatal shooting of teen during robbery in Frazee, MN

Arthur CampbellDETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) — A $2 million conditional bail is set for the man charged with second-degree murder for shooting and killing a teen in Frazee, Minnesota over the weekend. Court records show 21-year-old Arthur Campbell and a juvenile forced their way into a home early Saturday morning to steal items when Campbell shot 19-year-old Bryson May. Authorities…

Nate Amor: a singer with local ties and a big dream about to come true at Fargodome

  FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — When Trans-Siberian Orchestra brings its winter tour to FARGODOME on December 30 for two shows, it’ll feature a performer who knows this area well. Nate Amor has many relatives in North Dakota and Minnesota. The singer has had quite a journey from playing bars and clubs to hitting the stages of some of the biggest…

Man sentenced in Pope County, MN for fatal overdose death

POPE CO., Minn. (KVRR) — A man who sold fentanyl that led to the overdose death of a Glenwood, Minnesota man is sentenced to over 11 years in prison. In October, Theoplus Richmond pled guilty to the third-degree murder of Tyler Kirckof. In February, 2021, Teresa Massey drove Richmond from Minneapolis to Glenwood, south of Alexandria, to deliver fentanyl to…

Nearly $10,000 worth of goods distributed to those in need in Crookston, MN

CROOKSTON, Minn. (KVRR) — People in need in Crookston are going to have a much happier Christmas thanks to Crookston Area Community Fund. They donated close to $10,000 worth of essential items across the community. The fund provided winter clothing and necessities for many Crookston Public Schools students. Shelf-stable and kid-friendly food items were donated to support families experiencing food…

Nearly 100 Minnesota mayors raise concerns about fraud and unfunded mandates

ST. PAUL (KVRR/FOX9) — A group of 98 mayors from across Minnesota have sent a joint letter to state leaders raising concerns about widespread fraud. It includes the signature of mayors in our region from Hawley, Fergus Falls, Perham, Hitterdal, Barnesville, Thief River Falls, Mahnomen, Wadena, Roseau, Warroad and Breckenridge. They are also concerned about unfunded mandates and rising costs…

Two people appointed to Minnesota Court of Appeals

ST. PAUL (KVRR) — Gov. Walz has appointed two people to the Minnesota Court of Appeals, including a judge from our region. Judge Anne Rasmusson is the assistant chief judge of the Ninth Judicial District and is chambered in Polk County. Through her work, she established and served on the White Earth/Mahnomen DWI and Drug Courts, and DWI Courts for…