FARGO — If you haven’t figured out what you’re getting the mothers in your life for Mother’s Day, you’d better get on it — it’s this Sunday. And there’s not a whole lot better or more appropriate gift than giving someone else the gift of life, in her name. That’s why, for the month of May, the blood donation nonprofit…
ormer state lawmaker Brandon Prichard gives a North Dakota Young Republicans update to the NDGOP state convention at the State Fairgrounds in Minot on March 28, 2026. Prichard brought a federal lawsuit challenging a state law that criminalizes making false statements in political ads. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — A federal judge has dismissed…
North Dakota Health and Human Services Interim Commissioner Pat Traynor discusses the Rural Health Transformation Program at the North Dakota Newspaper Association’s annual convention on May 1, 2026. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — North Dakota has announced more than $20 million worth of new grant opportunities under the federal Rural Health Transformation Program —…
Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., center, speaks during a small business roundtable next to Rep. Julie Fedorchak, R-N.D., and Don Larson, state director of the National Federation of Independent Business North Dakota, at Balancing Goat Coffee Shop in Mandan on May 4, 2026. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — Small business owners expressed concerns about rising…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Student-athletes preparing for the 2026-2027 sports season can soon start their preparations. Sanford Health Fargo Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is offering student-athletes the opportunity to schedule and get their sports physical. The physical is meant to ensure the students’ safe participation in sports and includes a physical exam. Students with any questions regarding their health are…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — After an extensive search, Oak Grove Lutheran School has found its next school president. With more than 25 years of experience in Lutheran higher education and nonprofit leadership, the school has selected Rev. Dr. Brian Beckstrom. He served as Chief Mission Officer and Associate Vice President at Valparaiso University, and previously served as Dean of Spiritual…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Gas prices across the nation have been rising over the last few months as the war in Iran continues over the Strait of Hormuz. The national average rose from last year’s average of $3.16 to $4.45. “Prior to the conflict with Iran, we’d expect pricing on par with where we were last year. Around $3 per…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo’s interim police chief has been named the sole finalist for the police chief position. A Police Chief Selection Committee picked Travis Stefonowicz from a pool of four applicants: three from out of state, and one internal. The committee had identified three candidates of interest to interview this week, but two decided not to move forward and…
Kevin Cramer/FacebookFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Sen. Kevin Cramer, who lives in D.C. and Bismarck, is weighing in on the race for mayor in Fargo. In a post on his personal Facebook account, he says the people of Fargo have an incredible opportunity to choose a new leader and he believes Turnberg is the right person for the job. “Well I…
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is coming to Grand Forks County. The free book reading program for kids will be available starting July 1. The Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Region has helped lead a grassroots effort to raise $90,000 to launch the program. Once enrolled, kids from birth to age five…
