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“Blader Tot Hotdish” and Other Fun Names Win 2023 Snowplow Contest

The 2023 MnDOT Name a Snowplow names are official. After the nearly 64,000 votes were tallied these are the eight winners. A plow in District 2 which covers northwest Minnesota will be named “Blader Tot Hotdish”. In west central Minnesotas District 4 the winner is “Sleetwood Mac”. Other district winning names are “Blizzo”, “Clearopathra”, “Better Call Salt”, “Scoop! There it…

Paul Marquart confirmed by Senate as Minnesota Revenue Commissioner

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) – Former DFL State Representative Paul Marquart of Dilworth is unanimously confirmed by the Senate to become Minnesota’s Revenue Commissioner. He was appointed by Governor Tim Walz December 21st and began serving January 2nd. “In just my short time as commissioner, I’ve seen firsthand the dedication and integrity of the employees in this agency, and I…

Walz Signs 2040 Clean Energy Bill, N.D. Gets Ready to Sue

ST. PAUL (KVRR/AP/KFGO) — Minnesota utilities will be obligated to transition to 100 percent carbon-free electricity by 2040 to step up the fight against climate change under a bill just signed by Gov. Tim Walz. It’s a top priority for Democrats, who control both chambers, and for Democratic Walz, who has made it an important part of his climate agenda….

LIVE: Adorabowl! Adoptable Athletes Play in Puppy Bowl

These puppies grab for the ball and grab our hearts in the process.

While the Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs have been fine-tuning their strategies for Super Bowl Sunday, these puppies have been working on their housetraining, their sit-stay-come commands, and most importantly, their ability to charm anyone within a football field’s length. 4 Luv of Dog rescue teamed up with Downward Dog Studio to bring these good boys and girls to…

Hibernating bear found in frozen culvert near Wannaska

DNR: "Bears do occasionally hibernate above ground, so this isn’t unusual."

WANNASKA, Minn. (KVRR) — A bear hibernating for the winter is found in a culvert in northern Minnesota. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources posted pictures to Facebook. This bear was found alongside the road near Wannaska in Roseau County. The DNR says the bear got stuck in the deep snow and ice but thankfully, they were able to get it…

Several goats die in Wadena County barn fire

WADENA COUNTY, Minn. (KVRR) — Several goats die in a barn fire in Wadena County. The sheriff’s office says the fire happened after 7 p.m. Saturday. The barn is located in Orton Township, north of Nimrod, Minnesota. When crews arrived on scene, the barn was fully engulfed. The barn owned by Akiing 8th Fire Solar is a total loss and all…

LIVE: Super Bowl Party Decor with Unglued

Fast, fun DIY decor you can do in a couple hours, leaving you leave you plenty of time to take in the game with your guests.

When the athletes on the field are getting their muscles working, it’s time for you to give your creative muscle a workout as well. So we turned to the top coach in town, Ashley Morken of downtown Fargo’s Unglued, for her best ideas on DIY decor for a winning Super Bowl party. She had so many ideas we could barely…

Staples, Minnesota Man Killed in Snowmobile Crash When Track Becomes Dislodged

UPDATE: The man has been identified as 65-year-old Mark Plattner, of Staples.   STAPLES, Minn. (KVRR) — A Staples, Minnesota man is dead after a snowmobile crash late Saturday afternoon in rural Staples. Cass County, Minnesota Sheriff’s office was told about the crash just before 5 p.m. Deputies and first responders arrived to find family and bystanders performing CPR on…

56 Animals Rescued From Unsafe Living Conditions In Morrison County, Minnesota

MORRISON CO., Minn. — Animal Humane Society is caring for dozens of animals that were rescued from unsafe living conditions in Morrison County in central Minnesota. The society rescued 56 animals including 20 dogs, 32 cats, two geckos, and two rats from a space that was described as an “overcrowded, unsanitary environment.” The animals ranged in age from a few…