North Dakota News

New ND Air National Guard detachment to support B-52 operations at Minot Air Force Base

MINOT, N.D. (KVRR) —  Military leaders are establishing a second North Dakota Air National Guard detachment to support operations at Minot Air Force Base. Gov. Kelly Armstrong says the B-52 Operational Classic Association detachment was approved by U.S. Air Force Headquarters last week. The Guard’s 219th Security Forces Squadron works jointly with active-duty Air Force personnel to provide security for…

Pet Connection: Meet Buttercup

FARGO — His name is Buttercup, and yes, he’s a boy, and he’s not named after the flower. Instead, Buttercup, a four- or -five-month-old kitten, was first discovered all alone, only five weeks old, hiding in someone’s buttercup squash patch in Christine, N.D. They brought the baby in to Kritter Krazy Reptile and Exotic Rescue for care, and he’s been…

Rollover slows busy morning traffic on I-29

FARGO (KVRR) – Traffic came to a virtual standstill during the morning rush hour Thursday when one of two trailers being hauled by a semi overturned on I-29 in Fargo. The incident happened around 7:30 a.m. in the southbound lanes, just south of Main Ave. Traffic flow was slowed for about a half-hour. The North Dakota Highway Patrol will investigate…

Police investigating armed robbery, shooting in south Fargo

FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) – Police are investigating an armed robbery and shooting in south Fargo Wednesday night, and asking the public’s help in finding two suspects. Shortly before 7:30 p.m., officers responded to the 1400 block of 1st Avenue S. where a man was suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was taken to a hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries….

FAA approves $15 million to upgrade runway and infrastructure at GFK

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — The FAA has awarded over $15 million for infrastructure improvements at Grand Forks International Airport. That includes the reconstruction and upgrade of the primary runway and taxiway pavement and lighting that have reached the end of their useful life. Reconstruction will be completed in three phases. The overall project is estimated to cost $60 million,…

Hundreds of trees and shrubs are planted for Reforest the Red

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Volunteers from many local businesses, along with high schoolers, dug deep into the ground to plant hundreds of trees and shrubs along the Red River. Reforest the Red is an annual event to encourage the growth of native plants and provide habitat for river wildlife. Development and cultural practices have prevented the natural regeneration of trees…

Valley City school board meets, no mention of social media post

VALLEY CITY, N.D. (KVRR) — After an uproar on social media from local residents concerning a post made by Valley City High School teacher, Tyler Thompson, the school board remains silent. “No recognition and no requests.” “I did not receive any requests also, so we’ll move forward with our agenda. Is there any changes?” “No changes in agenda.” There were…

Quilting for Ukrainian Refugees

The quilters at Olivet Lutheran Church were more than happy to create a special quilt to help fundraise for Ukrainian refugees struggling to stay financially viable in Fargo-Moorhead.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – In a massive room at the Olivet Lutheran Church on South University Drive, dedicated quilters churn out about 250 creations a year to give to a variety of individuals in need. “Probably about half of them go to local charities here in town,” explained Donna Lewis. So when Michael Southam – a member of the congregation…

Fall Career Expo Returns to NDSU

The annual event is a chance for students to get face time with prospective employers from all around the region.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Students at NDSU got their annual look at professional life after college on August 17. The university’s 2025 Fall Career Expo took place at the Fargodome from 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. More than 200 employers had booths set up on the stadium floor. Students were able to connect with company representatives and hand out their…