WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s back to school time in West Fargo and the enrollment numbers continue to climb in the district. On day one, there are 13,262 students in pre-k through 12th grades. That was very close to a projection done by demographer RSP & Associates. Last year, first day numbers came in at 12,980. While 983 kindergartners…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Local middle schools in Fargo are getting a boost to their sports programs thanks to Tony the Tiger. Kellogg’s partnered with Cash Wise for its “Mission Tiger” to help give money to local schools. Twelve schools across the state of North Dakota received money including three in Fargo. $12,000 dollars in total was presented to the…
CHICAGO (KVRR) — A state lawmaker form Fargo is among the delegates attending the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. LaurieBeth Hager is a state representative in Fargo’s District 21. This is the second time Hager has been a delegate at the DNC for North Dakota. The one main difference for her is that this convention is in person unlike the…
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — Political leaders are talking about strategies for base retention and enhancement at Grand Forks Air Force Base. It comes as the Air Force is planning to temporarily relocate 17 B-1 bombers and 800 crew members to the base early next year from Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota. Sen. Kevin Cramer highlighted Space Development…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Prairie Public Education Services have recently launched the Learning Express, a free resource trailer that will travel to schools, childcare centers and libraries. Their first stop is at The Fargo Jeremiah Program. “Because of our relationship that we’ve had with Prairie Public that we have had a conversation about the new learning resource that they were…
Jaelynn WalkerMOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Court documents says the man accused of killing a teenage girl in Moorhead this week admitted to police that he stabbed the girl 13 times. Eighteen-year-old Isaac Arndt is charged with second-degree murder for the death of 14-year-old Jaelynn Nicole Walker. According to prosecutors, Arndt arrived at the Clay County Law Enforcement Center late Monday…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – With North Dakota’s aging population, the need for affordable senior housing has continued to outpace development. “If we could build 1000 units now, most of them would probably fill up. That’s just the demand.” Beyond Shelter has been working to meet the demand, applying for a Payment in Lieu of Tax Exemption for two new facilities…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — People in Fargo are about to see some changes in their water bills. The city is set to roll out new water meters. The upgraded meters will start being installed in North Fargo next month. Areas in central and southern Fargo will see changes in the next two years, with the upgrades set to be completed…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With back-to-school coming up, Sanford Health wants to remind you to check on your kid’s wellbeing. Whether you are preparing to start at a new school or begin a new year, kids can become anxious. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, two to five percent of kids can experience school-related anxiety. Katelyn Mickelson…
Courtesy City of Valley CityVALLEY CITY, N.D. (KVRR) — A Valley City family is out of their home after an early morning fire on Monday. Valley City Fire Department responded around 6 a.m. to 522 7th Street Northeast and found flames coming from the attached garage. Everyone was able to get out of the home safely and no injuries were…
