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North Dakotans Dive in Icy Waters for Polar Plunge

"We're here at the Polar Plunge, where the community and law enforcement come together to raise money for Special Olympics."

April 10, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. — It’s technically spring, but people are still braving the winter weather and plunging into ice-cold water. “3….2….1….Whoa,” says the announcer as a plunger jumps into the water. The polar plunge makes a splash again here in North Dakota. “Today’s event is really just showing we are back and out and active again. We’re here at the Polar…

North Dakotans Cleans Up the Iwen Trails

Volunteers from the community gather together to help out with cleaning up the bike trails

April 10, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. — After a windy winter, North Dakotans are putting on gloves and boots to clean up a local park! F-M Trailbuilders, a non-profit responsible for building the Iwen trails is calling for action. Volunteers from the community gather together to help out with cleaning up the bike trails. Children and adults volunteering throughout the morning by splitting up…

FM Diversion Project Awarded $67 million to raise portion of I-29

Federal, State, and local leaders revealed a major $67-million dollar bid to move forward with the I-29 road raise

April 9, 2021

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The F-M Diversion Project is getting the green light to start work on Interstate 29. “Moorhead and Fargo and in Minnesota and North Dakota, our river doesn’t divide us, it unites us,” Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar said. Federal, state, and local leaders revealed a major $67 million bid to move forward with the I-29 road raise….

Nonprofits help children get technology to learn at home

April 9, 2021

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. – Two local nonprofits link up in order to grant more children access to technology. The Tech For Kids organization held a laptop giveaway at the Dakota Medical Foundation. The group provides technology to children who don’t have access or the financial means to technology. They were able to give 20 laptops to the WIN-Liberia organization that helps…

Judge orders delay amid debate over Dakota Access pipeline

April 9, 2021

Site Staff,

WASHINGTON – A judge has delayed a decision on whether the Dakota Access Oil pipeline should be shut down while the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers conducts an environmental review on the project, after lawyers for the pipeline asked for more time to outline recent changes in the economy. The 10-day continuance granted by U.S. District Judge James Boasberg came…

Funding raised to continue flood diversion project, I-29 will be raised

April 9, 2021

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven, joined by Senator Amy Klobuchar and Governor Doug Burgum, today announced that he has secured the funding and flexibility to enable the Army Corps of Engineers to raise I-29, advance the Red River Valley Control Structure and ensure that the permanent flood protection in the Red River Valley stays on schedule. Hoeven…

Rape & Abuse Crisis Center raises awareness during Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 8, 2021

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. – April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. It is also known by the acronym SAAM. Advocates say the goal of SAAM is to raise public awareness about sexual violence and to educate communities on how to prevent it. This year’s campaign slogan is build safe online spaces since technology is such a big part of people’s lives. “Technology…

Red River Children’s Advocacy Center helps abuse victims through their worst times

The month of April is dedicated to help bring knowledge and be aware of a public health issue in the world.

April 8, 2021

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – April is Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. “They can take a stand,” Anna Frissell stated. April is child abuse awareness and prevention month all across the world. The Red River Children’s Advocacy Center is making sure that families are given the correct tools to prevent a tragic happening due to child abuse. “We try to…

West Fargo School Lunch Repack Pilot Program deemed a success

A total of 134 servings were repackaged and 116 were claimed

April 8, 2021

Site Staff,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The West Fargo Public School District has wrapped up a pilot program aimed at repacking leftover lunch meals and distributing them to students in need. Officials say the School Lunch Repack Pilot Program has been a big success. Over the past month, 86% of the repacked servings were claimed by students. Liberty Middle School’s food…

Gov. Doug Burgum Signs Legacy Fund Investment Bill

April 8, 2021

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. — Gov. Doug Burgum is signing a bill that’s aimed at creating a broader investment policy for the state’s voter-approved oil tax savings account. The bill sets targets for investing a greater portion of the Legacy Fund principal in North Dakota. It requires that the State Investment Board give preference to qualified investment firms with a presence in…