BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Dept. of Health is providing an update on COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Categories: Coronavirus, Local News, North Dakota News Tags: COVID-19, north dakota, vaccine
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Health on Wednesday reported 12 additional deaths from COVID-19. There are currently 5,236 active cases in the state, a decrease of 450 since Tuesday. 301 people are hospitalized. Burleigh County reported the largest number of new cases with 112. BY THE NUMBERS 5,709 – Total Tests from Yesterday* 1,153,230 – Total…
HORACE, N.D. (KVRR) – Thanks to a woman who was out for a walk near the Sheyenne River in Horace Wednesday, a dog that was stranded in the icy river is safely back home. The woman spotted the dog at around 9 a.m. and called 9-1-1. It took firefighters about 20 minutes to rescue the dog, which somehow managed to…
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – Following several months of discussions, the University of North Dakota’s Diversion and Inclusion Task Force has released a list of recommendations to promote a “welcoming, safe and inclusive campus.” According to UND, the report is the result of months of research and discussions conducted by the task force, a 27-member body comprising the Campus Community…
BISMARCK, N.D. — Christmas festivities have officially begun in North Dakota. Gov. Doug Burgum and First Lady Kathryn Burgum ushered in the holiday season with a virtual Christmas tree lighting at the state capitol. The theme of this year’s tree is “Creating Connections.” It’s a reminder to reach out and stay socially connected this holiday season even while staying physically…
FARGO, N.D. — It’s the season of giving, and for a Fargo librarian, there’s no better gift than giving a child a book to get lost in. “It brings a tear to your eye,” says Lydia Faulkner, a librarian at Horace Mann Roosevelt Elementary. “I mean, just to see a child that really wants something and you’re able to provide…
FARGO (KVRR) – A North Dakota-based nonprofit that focuses on helping injured farm workers is taking the extra step to help even more family farmers, including those affected by COVID-19. Farm Rescue is helping dedicate their time through service work by lending a helping hand to Midwest farm families. “With Farm Rescue we like to say we’re a hand up,…
FARGO, N.D. – A local online shop launches a fundraiser to help a Fargo girl impacted by Cancer. Two-year-old Ashlynn Rai Simon was diagnosed with Retinoblastoma in February. In November, doctors had to remove her eye because it could no longer handle the chemotherapy. Lularoe Lori Steinbrink in West Fargo wanted to help Ashlynn’s family with some of the costs….
FARGO, N.D. – KFGO, YWCA and MatBus are teaming up for the 12th year to stuff the bus. The bus traveled to eight stops around Fargo throughout the day for the event. It is collecting toys for newborns up to teenagers. In light of the recent pandemic, gifts to keep busy like crafts & coloring books are in high-need. Gift…
BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota lawmakers decided to require masks at the state Capitol. for the three-day organizational session. The vote is supported by legislative leaders but opposed by far-right members of the Republican-controlled Legislature. House Majority Leader Chet Pollert and Senate Majority Leader Rich Wardner told reporters Tuesday they support a mask mandate at Capitol legislative spaces to help…
