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Perham, MN man accused of prostitution solicitation

OTTER TAIL CO., Minn. (KVRR)– A 55-year-old Perham, Minnesota man is facing prostitution solicitation charges after deputies say he asked for sexual favors from a massage therapist. Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office says Larry McClendon Jr. contacted a New York Mills business looking for a massage. While texting with a therapist, he is accused of asking for sexual services and…

F-M Volunteers Raise Much-Needed Money for Ukrainian Refugees

The final total has not yet been confirmed, but the event raised at least $10,000 for refugees and their families.

MOORHEAD, MN – Dmytro Selchenko is one of many Ukrainians who was forced to flee his native country when Russia invaded. He settled in the Fargo-Moorhead area, and began working for TrueNorth Steel, a company that has been eager to put refugees on their payroll. “We have 8 Ukrainian employees and their families that really are counting on our community,…

Swing Barrel Brewing Celebrates Oktoberfest

The brewery released two new, special beers for the occasion.

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – The changing seasons can bring out a variety of seasonal products – including beer! Swing Barrel Brewing Company in Moorhead held an Oktoberfest party on Saturday, unveiling two new Fall brews for the occasion. There were also food trucks serving brats and sauerkraut, live music performed in traditional Bavarian style, and other games and activities. Swing…

Farm in the Dell Hosts First Fall Festival Day

Another Fall Festival day is planned for September 27.

MOORHEAD, MN – A fall-themed event out in Moorhead helped raise money and awareness for a local nonprofit. Farm in the Dell of the Red River Valley held their first Fall Festival day. There was a farmer’s market, barrel rides, and lots more. Farm in the Dell helps those with disabilities by providing them with purposeful work and life experience…

Bengals set dubious franchise record for most lopsided loss in 38-point drubbing by Vikings

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning (6) is sacked by Minnesota Vikings’ Austin Keys during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)MINNEAPOLIS (KVRR/AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals set a franchise record with their most lopsided loss, a 48-10 blowout by the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. In their first game since losing quarterback…

Nicole Mitchell’s attorney requests felony conviction to be changed to misdemenors

Nicole MitchellDETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR/KFGO) — Former Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell’s attorney is requesting that her felony conviction be changed to a misdemeanor at her upcoming sentencing hearing. Mitchell was convicted of felony burglary and possession of burglary tools by a Becker County jury in July. She broke into her stepmother’s home in Detroit Lakes in April 2024. Her attorney, Dane Dekrey,…

17-year-old Moorhead High School student faces charges for bringing weapon to school

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — A Moorhead High School student was taken into custody after a school resource officer discovered a gun in their possession. Staff members at Moorhead Career Academy reported seeing the student drop the gun during a class transition period. The 17-year-old was swiftly taken into the office and eventually taken to West Central Regional Juvenile Center. An…

Three finalists to be interviewed next week to build new Walsh County jail

GRAFTON, N.D. (KVRR) — Walsh County is moving forward with plans to build a new jail to be paid for with a sales tax increase that passed during a special election in May. Three finalists for the job have been selected and will be interviewed next week. They include architecture firms out of Minneapolis and St. Louis Park, Minnesota and…

Minnesota man charged with 16 counts of animal crushing

CARVER, Minn (KVRR/FOX9) — A Carver, Minnesota man, just southwest of Minneapolis, is facing federal charges for allegedly creating graphic videos of animal torture and death for pay-per-view YouTube channels. 32-year-old Bryan Edison has been federally indicted on 16 counts of animal crushing. That is when a person intentionally harms an animal by crushing, burning, drowning or otherwise causing serious…