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Locals Gather To Celebrate International Women’s Day

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. This day also marks a call to action for the acceleration of women’s equality. Kondial Kel International focuses on topics that unite the community by improving women’s and youth’s mental health and overall well-being – leading them to live…

Gov. Walz signs gender affirming healthcare bill

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) — Governor Tim Walz signs an executive action to protect access to gender affirming healthcare in Minnesota. It refers to all medical, surgical, counseling, or referral services, including telehealth services, that an individual may receive to support and affirm that individual’s gender identity or gender expression. Walz says you will not be punished for seeking or…

Two big lottery wins in Twin Valley, Minnesota

ROSEVILLE, Minn. (KVRR) — A second big win in Twin Valley, Minnesota. On February 13th, a Gopher 5 jackpot worth over $1 million was sold at the Twin Valley Convenience Store. Less than a month later, a Coffee House Crossword! scratch ticket with a $100,000 prize was sold at Municipal Liquor Store. Both prizes have been claimed. The names and cities…

LIVE: Unglued Craft Fest 2023

Coming unglued with all the snow? We can help entertain you.

If you’re in need of a little break from all the snow and shoveling we’re dealing with, we’ve got the perfect antidote. The 13th annual Unglued Craft Fest is coming up this weekend at the West Acres Mall. It’s your one-stop shopping destination for everything locally-produced, handmade, artisan-crafted, creative, quirky and just plain eye-catching in decor, treats, clothing, crafts and…

Sendoff to state for Moorhead Spuds Boy’s Hockey

The community showed up to support the team at Murphy's Pub in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — After a long season, the Moorhead Spuds boy’s hockey team is headed to state. They were joined by fans of all ages at Murphy’s Pub to get autographs and send them off with good luck at their upcoming games. With a 19-9 record, the boys are excited to get going in these playoff games. This is…

Spuds Set For State; Date With Edina Thursday

Moorhead Will Take on Edina Thursday in the MSHSL Boys Hockey Quarterfinals

MOORHEAD, MN– The Moorhead Spuds are off to state for the 5th straight season and in their attempt to win their first state title, they will go up against a familiar foe, the Edina Hornets. “I don’t know if it’s a rivalry but definitely a mutual respect. That’s a great program that has a storied history and for us to…

Study: Flu vaccines slowing down hospitalizations

Half of all people who had their flu shot had less illness and emergency room visits compared to those not vaxxed.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The CDC reports this latest flu vaccine has reduced hospitalizations among children by nearly three quarters and nearly half of all adults. “It’s transmitted by little droplets, water droplets that go through the air and you don’t necessarily have to see them or see the sneeze in the light as it’s coming towards you. You could…

Former MN Governors Speak Out Against Sanford Controlling U of M Medical Center

Fmr. Gov. Mark Dayton (D-MN) & Fmr. Gov. Tim Pawlenty (R-MN)ST. PAUL (KVRR) — Two former Minnesota governors join forces and speak out against South Dakota-based Sanford Health getting control of the University of Minnesota Medical School in the Fairview Health merger. Democrat Mark Dayton and Republican Tim Pawlenty voiced their concerns in front of the Senate Committee on Health…

Join Hope INC. at their Sled Hockey Jamboree This Weekend

  MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Come check out the sport of Sled Hockey at Hope INC’s Sled Hockey Jamboree this Saturday and Sunday. Competitive Sled Hockey Teams from all over the region are participating in this event put on by Hope INC – which provides sport and recreation for individuals and families with mobility challenges. “Hope INC. is important because…

Minnesota Governor Signs ‘Driver’s Licenses for All’ Bill

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Immigration status will no longer disqualify more than 80,000 people from getting Minnesota drivers licenses under a bill signed by Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday. Supporters of the effort, dubbed “driver’s licenses for all,” say it will improve public safety by ensuring that all drivers are licensed and insured, and have taken driver’s education courses….