Minnesota News

Tariffs Spark Worries About Decrease in Canadian Tourism

Experts say it's too soon to calculate the monetary value of lost revenue, but there has been anecdotal evidence that Canadians will choose not to spend money in America.

FARGO, N.D. – Local leaders are raising concerns that the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration may put a damper on Canadian tourism in North Dakota. Experts believe that tourism generates over $300 million a year in tax revenue for the Fargo-Moorhead area. However, the U.S. Travel Association estimates a 10% reduction in Canadian tourist visits in the wake of…

Heaviest Snow of the Season Falls In Minneapolis: 7.4 Inches at MSP Airport

MINNEAPOLIS (KVRR/AP) — Minneapolis-St. Paul, southern Minnesota and much of Iowa are dealing with a lot of fresh snow from a powerful winter storm. The storm brought the heaviest snow of the season to Minneapolis, where National Weather Service reported 7.4 inches at the airport. That easily beat the 5.5 inches that fell at the airport December 19. Other parts…

Sen. Klobuchar’s team Hears Issues Facing Seniors in Moorhead

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Staff for Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar met with leaders and advocates for the senior community on the issues seniors are facing. The meeting started with a video of Klobuchar thanking everyone for coming, and promising to continue working with her fellow senators on both sides of the isle. Seniors say they are having issues finding transportation…

Concert Series: The Beach Boys and Randy Travis Plan Stops In The Region

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Get ready to feel some good vibrations! The Beach Boys are coming to Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minnesota on Friday, May 16. Hear all of the legendary band’s hits including “Good Vibrations”, “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “Kokomo”. There are two ticket levels: Select for $60 and Star for $115. Tickets go on sale March…

Senators Want Answers About Possible Closure of U.S. Courthouse in Fergus Falls, Fargo Building Also Makes List

The Federal Building and Post Office in Fargo are also on theĀ U.S. General Services Administration list.

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (KVRR/KFGO) — Public safety concerns are being raised over the reported closure and sale of the Edward J. Devitt U.S. Courthouse and Federal Building in Fergus Falls. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith say the closure could undermine public safety and access to justice in Western Minnesota. They have sent a letter to the General Services Administration…

LIVE: Sticking with It: 15 Years of the Unglued Craft Fest

FARGO — It’s kept creative people sticking together in our community for fifteen years this weekend. And you can help them celebrate by coming out to the 15th Annual Unglued Craft Market in Fargo. Opening night is Friday at the West Acres Mall with the Crafty Lounge, and three different things you can make, including a succulent craft Fest founder…

White Earth Tribe Responds To Land Acquisition East of Moorhead

CLAY CO., Minn. (KVRR) — White Earth Reservation Tribal Council is responding to reports that the tribe has purchased off-reservation land east of Moorhead. The tribe says any speculation “regarding specific projects, including gaming facilities, is premature”. The tribe bought a section of land in Clay County in the northwest corner of the intersection of I-94 and State Highway 336….

Concordia College Begins Spring Season With An Inaugural Women’s Flag Football League

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Concordia College is kicking the spring season off with an inaugural women’s flag football league. The league has been launched with the support of the Minnesota Vikings. The team is providing $140,000 in funding to get it started. Concordia is among six NCAA institutions included so far. Teams will compete in a series of jamborees in…

Xcel Energy Proposes $318 Million Refund or around $81 Per Customer in Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (KVRR) — Xcel Energy is giving its customers in Minnesota an average refund of $81. Most of the refund is coming from federal tax credits on the energy generated by the company’s nuclear fleet. The credits were created under the Inflation Reduction Act. The nuclear energy generation tax credits will make up $176 million, about 55%, of the…