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Gun stores in the Fargo area see a shortage of ammunition

She says it might stem from the idea there might be a shortage, so people buy extra to stock up.

FARGO-MOORHEAD – Gun stores in the area are seeing a shortage of ammunition due to high demand. Lisa Dirk from the Red River Regional Marksmanship Center says it’s hard to find ammo for handguns, 22 rimfire and rifles. She says it might stem from the idea there might be a shortage, so people buy extra to stock up. Dirk adds…

Judge denies early release for Fargo man imprisoned for child pornography

Robert ScheiringFARGO (KVRR) – A federal judge has turned down a Fargo man’s request to be released from prison because of COVID-19 concerns. Fifty-four-year-old Robert Scheiring was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison after he pleaded guilty to possessing and distributing child pornography. Scheiring claims he’s at high risk for exposure to the virus because of his age and…

85-year-old woman pleads not guilty in pedestrian death

BERTHA HARPER'S TRIAL IS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN IN MARCH

BISMARCK, N.D. – An 85-year-old Bismarck woman accused of driving away from a June collision in which a pedestrian died has pleaded not guilty. Bertha Harper is charged with negligent homicide and failure to report the incident that authorities say led to the death of 33-year-old Amber Rebel. Police say video from a nearby business showed Harper’s vehicle leaving the…

West Fargo to discuss special assessments for Sheyenne Street project

North Sheyenne St. Corridor ReconstructionWEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The West Fargo Special Assessment Commission will hold a virtual meeting Friday to discuss preliminary special assessment plans for the north Sheyenne Street corridor reconstruction project. The project includes replacement of aging or undersized water mains, sanitary sewers and storm sewers. The utility work was not initially part of the project….

Fargo City Commission votes to help businesses cover utility costs

Limited motion set to cover only bars and restaurants

FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo City Commission votes to help restaurants and bars catch up with past due utility payments. The commission wanted to provide some quick relief to help establishments struggling to stay afloat as they faced a decrease in business during the pandemic. The relief bill introduced will help restaurant and bar owners throughout Fargo with rebate or…

ND women share experiences of taking part in COVID-19 vaccine trial

Both women joined the trial at the end of October/beginning of November.

NORTH DAKOTA – Two North Dakota women take part in the COVID-19 vaccine trial. Danielle Pinnick has seen firsthand the impact COVID-19 has had on her friends and family. Being part of the COVID-19 vaccine trial was just a way for her to make sure no family has to suffer the loss of a loved one. “I thought it was…

El Zagal Shrine celebrates 130 years helping others

FARGO, N.D. – The El Zagal Shrine celebrates its 130th anniversary. The organization brings together over 1,000 members from Eastern Minnesota and North Dakota. The masonic fraternity group is an subsect of Freemasons which mainly focuses on philanthropy and community service. One El Zagal’s more notable contributions to the country is the work done at the 22 non-profit Shriner hospitals….

ND settles with Justice Dept. over ADA complaint

The state was completely willing to comply with the investigation into the complaint

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Justice Department has reached a settlement over a lawsuit claiming North Dakota unnecessarily places people with disabilities in long-term care facilities. The agreement expands services to people with physical disabilities who live in, or at risk of, entering a nursing facility to give them the option to live at home. The state will provide more…

Grand Forks Mayor announces “Light the Town Green Week”

The proclamation is to honor front-line workers from December 14-20

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Grand Forks Mayor Brandon Bochenski issues a proclamation making this week “Light the Town Green Week.” It’s to honor front-line workers and pay tribute to their grit and determination during the COVID-19 pandemic. The lights on the Alerus Center and Sorlie Bridge will be lit green. On Sunday at 4:30, a parade will take the path…