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Minnesota Law Enforcement Busts Distracted Drivers With Help From a School Bus

Drivers will have to go hands-free on Aug. 1st because of a new law taking effect

April 22, 2019

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Moorhead, Minn. — On an average day, Moorhead Police pull over 40 to 70 people for distracted driving. But during the past year, 110 distracted drivers haven’t stopped for Moorhead Public School buses. “They have that electronic device in their hand. They’re either texting, checking their emails, searching the worldwide web is against the law in Minnesota. and we’re looking for…

UND President Begins Job Interview Tours In Colorado

Kennedy has been the target of demonstrations and online petitions Against His Nomination

April 22, 2019

TJ Nelson,

BOULDER, CO — UND President Mark Kennedy is in Colorado this week. He is meeting with administrators, students and faculty at the University of Colorado, where he is the lone finalist to become the next president. Kennedy’s first stop was to speak with administrators and foundation members. Visits are also planned Tuesday through Friday at campuses in Colorado Springs, Aurora,…

Former North Dakota Governor Says F-M Diversion “Out of Control”

Ed Schafer sent a letter to three state representatives prior to House passage of last Friday's water budget bill

April 22, 2019

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — Ed Schafer, former U.S. Ag Secretary and Governor of North Dakota, says the F-M Diversion is “out of control and getting unaffordable to taxpayers.” Schafer sent a letter to three state representatives prior to House passage of last Friday’s water budget bill. The bill includes a $750 million state commitment to the diversion, $120 million short of the…

Prince memoir ‘The Beautiful Ones’ coming out in the fall

April 22, 2019

KVRR Staff,

NEW YORK (AP) – The memoir Prince was working on at the time of his death is coming out Oct. 29. Random House confirmed Monday to The Associated Press that “The Beautiful Ones” will combine a Prince unfinished manuscript with rare photos, scrapbooks and lyrics. First announced just weeks before his 2016 death, the 288-page book will include an introduction…

Miranda Lambert Brings Fall Tour To Fargodome

The country superstar will play the Fargodome on October 17, 2019.

April 22, 2019

Site Staff,

FARGO, ND — Miranda Lambert is bringing her “Roadside Bars and Pink Guitars Tour” to the Fargodome. The country superstar will play the Fargodome on October 17, 2019. Lambert is joined by Elle King along with Ashley McBryde of the Pistol Annies. Miranda Lambert has found the perfect way to nurture two of her passions, music and mutts. She formed…

Step Aside Easter Bunny: All Animals Celebrate at Red River Zoo

Animals and kids got treats for the holiday

April 21, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — This Easter, the bunny can step aside. “They have polar bears, ostriches, armadillos and monkeys,” said 7-year-old Daxton Buckle. “A turtle. I like the otters and the wolves,” said 8-years-old Elena and 7-year-old Eli Medina. “I think I like the cats. I like that some of them are soft,” said 5-year-old Madeline Anglin. It’s all about…

Red River Cresting North of Drayton, Secondary Crests Continue

The National Weather Service says overland flooding continues along and near the Red River

April 21, 2019

TJ Nelson,

As secondary crests continue from the recent snowmelt and rainfall, the Red River north of Drayton appears to have crested. The National Weather Service says overland flooding continues along and near the Red River. A secondary crest for Fargo-Moorhead has been lowered to 31.5 feet and is expected on Tuesday. Several roads including I-29 continue to be impacted due to…

Wild Terra Cider Will Plant a Tree for Every Drink Sold This Easter

the bar is doing it to kickoff Earth Week

April 21, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — This is one of the few times that drinking cider will also help the environment. For every cider sold at Wild Terra this Easter, the bar will plant one tree. Last year, Wild Terra planted 100 trees. The bar’s philosophy has always been about giving back to our planet, but they’re doing the promotion to kickoff Earth week….

‘Miracle child’ thrown from Mall of America balcony ‘showing real signs of recovery’

April 19, 2019

KVRR Staff,

(FOX 9) – The family of the 5-year-old boy who was thrown from the third floor balcony at Mall of America last Friday has “good news to share with you on this Good Friday.” “Our miracle child is showing real signs of recovery. New test results have been positive, though he remains in intensive care with a long road ahead. Our faith in…

Juvenile Saved After Car Sinks in Floodwaters Near Climax, Minn.

April 19, 2019

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NEAR CLIMAX, Minn. – A driver’s car is quickly swept away by floodwaters after trying to get by on a closed road. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says a juvenile drove around a barrier near the intersection of 390th Street Southwest and 350th Avenue Southwest, near Climax. They were able to get out of the vehicle and stand on the roof. Authorities…