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North Dakota Farmers Union President says importing Argentine beef is wrong approach to growing supply

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Farmers across the nation may be impacted by a new push from the Trump Administration to import Argentine beef. President Trump signed an executive order on Friday to export an additional 80,000 metric tons of beef to the U.S. tariff-free. It comes at a time of high demand for beef, as prices surge. North Dakota Farmers…

Southern Valley Fire and Rescue receive two new advanced life-saving units

Essentia Health aided in providing $40,000 and training

HORACE, N.D. (KVRR) — Southern Valley Fire and Rescue crews who arrive first on scene for medical emergencies will now be able to deliver more advanced level care to patients prior to ambulance arrivals. “With the addition of the cardiac monitors, it was the final piece to the puzzle. We’re able to now take a deeper dive into treating our…

Girl Scout Cookies go on sale with a new variety in 2026

FARGO (KVRR) – Local Girl Scouts began selling cookies on Monday, including a new variety that’s available this year. The newest addition to the eleven different types of cookies is the Exploremores which is a rocky road ice cream inspired cookie. The Girl Scout Cookie Program helps girl scouts develop essential skills such as decision making, money management, people skills,…

North Dakota agencies say suit over political ad law should be dismissed

North Dakota Rep. Brandon Prichard, R-Bismarck, attends a special session of the Legislature on Oct. 23, 2023. (Kyle Martin/For the North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — North Dakota state agencies have asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit challenging a state law that criminalizes lying or making intentionally misleading statements in political ads. Brandon Prichard, who represented…

National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day Brings Community Out Early for Treats

The nationwide tradition takes on special significance in the F-M area, as many stores use it as a sort of re-opening date after being closed during colder stretches of the calendar.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A beloved, decadent tradition returned to ice cream shops across the F-M metro on Saturday. National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day brought families and ice cream enthusiasts out in droves. Many stores, like The Silver Lining Creamery in Downtown Fargo and Lundy’s at the Lights in West Fargo, teamed with Sandy’s Donuts to make their over-the-top…

Giving Hearts Day Farmers Market Brings Nonprofits to West Acres

Over 20 booths were set up, in addition to the usual vendors, where nonprofits could curate exhibitions and share information about themselves with the public.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A special edition of the Red River Market came to West Acres Mall on Saturday, with local nonprofits informing the public about their respective missions. That’s because it was the Giving Hearts Day Farmers Market, running from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. on January 7. In addition to the normal market stalls, 20 different organizations also…

Youth Skaters Take to Lindenwood Park for Pond Hockey Action

Youth Pond Hockey Day is always well-attended; and this year, the Park District even added the option for kids to sign up as free agents so everyone had the chance to join a team.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Some cold breezes hung in the air this Saturday, but that wasn’t stopping youth hockey players from taking to the outdoor ice for a day of competition. Youth Pond Hockey Day, hosted by the Fargo Park District, returned to Lindenwood Park with greater numbers than ever before. 28 teams registered across 10-and-under, 8-and-under, and 6-and-under coed…