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1 Million Pound Food Distribution Shortfall Projected at Great Plains Food Bank

Great Plains Food Bank will have its biggest food budget in its 39 year history.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- They’re hoping it helps address their projections of a one million pound distribution shortfall this fiscal year from last. Great Plains’ budget for food for the fiscal year is two point two million dollars. It’s twice the amount the nonprofit paid for it last year. It comes at a crucial time where leaders of the organization say…

Missing Vulnerable Adult Could Be Armed in Beltrami County

BELTRAMI CO., Minn. (KVRR) — Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office says 21-year-old Logan Roy left his home yesterday, possibly armed, and could be a danger to himself. Roy is a vulnerable adult who often goes for a walk to calm down after experiencing a mental health crisis. He lives about 30 miles north of Bemidji. His family said they began receiving…

Rep. Omar arrested during abortion rights protest outside Supreme Court

Rep. Ilhan OmarWASHINGTON (FOX 9) – Rep. Ilhan Omar was arrested at a protest outside the Supreme Court today, according to a staff spokesperson. Omar’s staff said she planned to partake in the protests about the overturning of Roe v. Wade, calling it an act of civil disobedience. Other lawmakers joined Omar at the protest, but additional details about arrests…

Moorhead railroad underpass to open to traffic on Friday

City leaders hold a ribbon cutting and party to celebrate the near completion of the project

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) –  After decades of planning and five years of construction, the new underpass in Moorhead will open to traffic on Friday. We spoke to city officials and one business owner hoping for a return to normal in the area. The ribbon is cut on the new $51 million railroad underpass at Main and 20th and 21st Streets…

EMS on alert for heat related illnesses

Medical officials are on alert for heat related illness especially with people working outside for long periods of time.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)-They say typically if it’s just one hot day they see less heat trauma but that can change when there is a heat wave over multiple days. Symptoms of heat fatigue can be confusion, slurred speech, profuse sweating, nausea, vomiting, cramping and headaches. To avoid these symptoms it’s wise to stay hydrated and near air conditioning. “We’re looking…

MN National Guard welcomes first Jewish chaplain

ST. PAUL – The Minnesota National Guard is welcoming its first Jewish religious leader. Rabbi Frederick Kamil was sworn in during a ceremony Saturday on the steps of the State Capitol. He moved to Minnesota last year from Detroit and says he’s always wanted to join the military. State Chaplain Colonel Buddy Winn says adding Rabbi Kamil to the chaplaincy…

Celebrating National Ice Cream Day at Kone’s Kreamery

You may want to cool down in that summer sun with a cold treat.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- It’s National Ice Cream Day! Kone’s Kreamery in Fargo is one ice cream shop that celebrates yearly, and they have a special buy one scoop get one free special. According to NationalDay.com Americans eat more ice cream than any other country in the world. The average American eats around 4 gallons of ice cream each year. “For…

Another Red River Valley Fair is in the record books, some vendors vow to return

Vendors talk about closing time and their impressions of the FM Metro

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) —  The Red River Valley Fair wraps and vendors prepare for their next stop. People are taking this last opportunity to soak in the final moments of the fair environment. The sound of screams coming from rides, the joy of winning prizes, and for vendors it’s a wrap for another stop on their tour. “We love…