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Fargo Police Officer, Hometown Hero Honored With Thunderbirds Flight

POLICE OFFICER MATT NIEMEYER IS NAMED HOMETOWN HERO

FARGO, N.D. — Officer Matt Niemeyer didn’t get into police work for the awards. But going above and beyond his call of duty lands him the Hometown Hero award and a ride in the Air Force Thunderbirds’ F–16. “I never would’ve thought something like this would come from that. I think everybody gets into the job because they want to…

UPDATE: Missing Moorhead Girl Found

She was last seen wearing black shorts with green stripe, a black tank top, and black sandals. 

UPDATE: Moorhead Police say Jordyn Glass has been found.   MOORHEAD, MN — The Moorhead Police Department is asking the public’s assistance in locating Jordyn Glass, age 15, of Moorhead Glass is described at being 5’8’’, 180 pounds, blue eyes, with blonde hair and teal highlights underneath.  She was last seen wearing black shorts with green stripe, a black tank…

Counterfeiting Ring Busted, Five Under Arrest

On July 17, 2019, officers were called to a local bank because a male was reportedly trying to cash a fake check.

FARGO, ND — On July 17, 2019, officers were called to a local bank because a male was reportedly trying to cash a fake check. Officers found the male and two other people in the parking lot, and they told officers that they received the fake check from another female. Patrol officers and detectives from our Criminal Investigation Unit were…

LIVE: Behind the Scenes at the Fargo Airsho

Rain or shine, they've got something spectacular for everyone.

The countdown to one of Fargo’s most eagerly-anticipated events is on, and rain or shine, the show will go on. Organizers are working right now to make ready the airfield for the 2019 Airsho, featuring incredible acts, amazing flying machines, and some of the best pilots in the country, including the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. KVRR Morning Show anchor Emily…

Searching for Monsters In the Park

The Fargo Park District invites families out to local parks to find "monsters"

FARGO, N.D. — Lions, tigers and monsters, oh my! Kids across the Fargo–Moorhead area are looking through all the crevices and bushes in local parks to find some monsters. Can you see them? How about now? Maybe you can see them in the grass or maybe it’s the clue is right in front of you. As the kids traverse through…

The Thunderbirds Are Back and Preparing for the Fargo Airsho

This is the second time the Thunderbirds have performed in Fargo, and they were the main event at one of the first Airshos in Fargo.

  FARGO, N.D.–The Air Force Thunderbirds are back in Fargo to show off their skills at the Airsho. This is the second time the Thunderbirds have performed in Fargo, and they were the main event at one of the first shows in Fargo. Major Michelle Corran is just one of 12 women out of the 130 Thunderbird pilots. She decided…

Downtown Fargo Street Fair Begins

THIS YEAR'S FAIR IS BRINGING NEW ACTIVITIES, VENDORS AND MUSIC

  FARGO, N.D. — When you hear of the Downtown Fargo Street Fair, you probably think of crafts, art and, of course, food. This year’s street fair is bringing fresh vendors, activities and music to the streets of downtown. A scavenger hunt, stage for local and outside artists to perform on and petting zoo are just part of the fun….

Free Slides and Swimming Make For A Splashy Afternoon

The Moorhead Municipal Pool Hosted Its Annual 'Summer Splash' Event

MOORHEAD, MN. — Moorhead Municipal Pool hosted its annual Summer Splash with games, bouncy slides and free swimming. Booths outside of the pool were set up by Essentia Health and Sanford Safe Kids. The event also included free Pepsi products. The event was cancelled last year because of bad weather. Although attendance was a little lower than previous years, the…

13th Fargo Airsho Ready to Take Flight

Gates open at 9 am both Saturday and Sunday, and the show starts at 11

FARGO, N.D.–The 13th annual Fargo Airsho is this weekend and performers are getting ready to show off their skills in the sky. Gates open at 9 am both Saturday and Sunday, and the show starts at 11. With more than 30,000 people expected to watch, pilots need to be on their A–game. The Thunderbird’s and other planes and pilots will…