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Recall election today for two Horace City Council members

March 9, 2021

Jim Monk,

HORACE, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) – A special recall election is underway Tuesday in Horace. City Council members David Fenelon and Bryan Schmidt are running to keep their seats. Both were re-elected unopposed last June. Three challengers are on the special ballot seeking to oust the incumbents. They are Naomi Burkland, Jeffrey Trudeau, and Zachariah Lee. A citizens committee upset with the…

Fargo & West Fargo Fire Departments hold 10-Week Recruit Training Academy

"We have a total of six fighters going through this 10 week recruit class. Five from Fargo and one from West Fargo."

March 8, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo and West Fargo firefighters are joining forces for a recruit training academy. “We are lucky enough to partner with Fargo in the recruit class. We have a total of six fighters going through this 10 week recruit class. Five from Fargo and one from West Fargo,” West Fargo Fire Dept. Training Chief Matt Berg said….

Drekker Brewing empowers women at the YWCA through beer

For a limited time, proceeds from beer sales will help support the YWCA's mission.

March 8, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Drekker Brewing has chosen the YWCA of Cass-Clay to do some UnPillaging for March. In celebration of International Women’s Day, they are teaming up to help empower women right here in our community. Throughout the month Drekker Brewing will collect essential items such as bedding, clothing and hygiene products. For a limited time proceeds from beer…

Fully vaccinated people can gather without masks

March 8, 2021

Jim Monk,

NEW YORK – Fully vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing. That’s according to long-awaited guidance from federal health officials. They also say that vaccinated people can come together in the same way with people considered at low-risk for severe disease, such as in the case of vaccinated grandparents visiting healthy…

NDSU investigating decals at Minard Hall

March 8, 2021

Jim Monk,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – An investigation is underway after decals that reference a “hate group” were found at North Dakota State University. According to an email sent to employees, NDSU received a report at 8:30 a.m. Monday regarding two small decals placed on doors of Minard Hall in violation of university policy. “There will be no comment since the investigation…

Burgum appoints 4th state health officer since start of pandemic

March 8, 2021

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum has appointed his fourth state health officer since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Nizar Wehbi is the deputy director of the Center for Health Policy and assistant professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He is scheduled to take over as leader of the North Dakota Department of Health on May…

Phase 1C groups encouraged to share contact info with Fargo Cass Public Health

March 8, 2021

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR) – In preparation for a transition to Phase 1C priority groups to COVID-19 vaccine clinics, Fargo Cass Public Health is encouraging residents in Phase 1C to complete the COVID-19 Vaccine Phase 1C Contact Form. Phase 1C includes an estimated 165,000 people and includes the following, in order of priority: · National Guard, not previously covered · Workers enabling access…

Constitutional amendment would eliminate North Dakota property taxes

March 8, 2021

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KCND) – A Bismarck lawmaker has introduced a state Constitutional amendment that would eliminate local property taxes. Republican Rep. Rick Becker told the House Judiciary Committee the state would take over funding for schools, parks, police, firefighters and other local government expenses. He also said this would not affect local control. There would be exceptions for special projects,…

North Dakota campaign urges younger adults to get vaccinated

March 8, 2021

Jim Monk,

FARGO – Older residents and health care workers have kick-started the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in North Dakota. But many health officials worry that turning out younger and healthier adults will be a more difficult chore. The state has started soft selling via social media and word of mouth emphasizing the safety of the vaccine and the importance of a strong…

Activists speak up ahead of Chauvin’s trial

"You should know better being a police officer, you should be held to a higher standard than the average citizen and the sheer disregard for another human being's life is intolerable."

March 7, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Ahead of the start of Derek Chauvin’s trial, activists throughout the FM metro are seeking justice. “Today is a message of solidarity for the families of victims of police brutality, specifically George Floyd’s family as the trial begins March 8th. We’re here to let them know that they’re not alone in their cries for justice that…