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Owner of closed photography service apologizes for ‘upheaval and damage’

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The owner of a Bismarck photography service that abruptly closed in October, leaving customers with no way to get a refund, says his actions were not malicious. Jack Glasser issued a statement on social media Friday that says his actions were “the result of underestimating just how difficult a situation I put myself in over the…

Midwest economy index falls, but confidence rises

OMAHA, Neb. – A new monthly survey of business leaders in nine Midwest and Plains states shows the region’s economy remains healthy, and overall confidence in the economy over the next six months has improved. But about half of supply managers surveyed expect supply chain disruptions to get worse for the first six months of 2022. Firms reported that transportation…

“It’s not surprising that it showed up” Walz speaks on Omicron variant

Well first and foremost it's not surprising that it showed up.

DILWORTH, Minn. (KVRR) — The omicron variant of COVID-19 has been discovered in at least five states, the second being Minnesota. It shows yet again how mutations of the virus can circumnavigate the globe with speed. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz gives an update on the first confirmed Omicron variant case in the state. “Well first and foremost it’s not surprising…

Gov. Walz tours Dilworth fire station as city asks for millions for renovations

DILWORTH, Minn. (KVRR) – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is making his rounds on his local jobs and projects tour including a stop at the Dilworth fire station, a unit that serves a big portion of Clay County. The station is seeking state and federal funding for a renovation plan that’s estimated to cost $6.5 million. They’re asking the state of Minnesota…

Detroit Lakes woman arrested during burglary near Mapleton

Tina RetzMAPLETON, N.D. (KVRR) – A Detroit Lakes, Minnesota woman is jailed in Fargo in connection with a burglary at a rural building near Mapleton. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says shortly before 5 p.m. Wednesday, a deputy was patrolling west of Mapleton and observed suspicious activity on a property just off of County Road 10. Investigators say 34-year-old Tina…

Minnesota won’t approve anxiety as condition for medical marijuana

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Health says it would not add anxiety disorders as a qualifying condition for medical marijuana, unlike North Dakota and three other states. State Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says there’s not enough scientific evidence of benefits of medical cannabis use when compared to the possibility of “unintended consequences.” No new conditions were added…

Gunshots reported in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Moorhead police are investigating gunshots fired Wednesday night in the 1200 block of 27th Ave. S. Officers located evidence, which confirmed that gunshots had been fired.  There were no injuries. No arrest has been made and the incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Moorhead Police Department on-duty supervisor at 701-451-7660…

Gov. Walz coming to Dilworth to visit proposed jobs & projects site

DILWORTH, Minn. (KVRR) – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is headed to Dilworth Thursday as part of his statewide Local Jobs and Projects Tour. The governor wants to hear from Minnesotans and visit projects he’s considering in his bonding proposal for the 2022 Legislative session. Walz will be joined by DFL State Senator Kent Eken of Twin Valley, DFL State Representative…