North Dakota News

Dazzling Skaters Perform at Broadway Square

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Ice skaters from the Fargo Park District performed their second and final ice-skating demonstration at Broadway Square. Skaters showed off their skating skills during their competition program. The event included skating performances from beginners to the highest levels of training. Not only was it for family and friends but the downtown outdoor rink allowed for anyone…

Jamestown Priest Removed During Investigation Into Inappropriate Conduct

JAMESTOWN, N.D. — An investigation is underway into allegations of inappropriate conduct by Father Neil Pfeifer of the Basilica of St. James in Jamestown. A statement released Saturday by the Catholic Diocese of Fargo says the allegations involve inappropriate conduct with adults. Father Pfeifer has been removed as pastor in Jamestown, at St. Margaret Mary in Buchanan and St. Mathias…

LIVE: Fight the Frost

In which Emily wages battle with the inflatables, and survives. Her dignity, on the other hand...

NORTH FARGO — We’re still flying high from our morning at Fight the Frost. The floor of the Fargodome is packed wall-to-wall with inflatables, each one a different adventure. There’s something for every age, level of daring and energy. You can try your skills at bouncy dodgeball, careen down giant inflatable slides, challenge yourself with an inflatable Wipeout obstacle course,…

Horace, North Dakota man faces charges after fleeing in South Dakota

Nathan StanleyCLAIRE CITY, S.D. (KVRR-KWAT) – A Horace, North Dakota man was arrested by Roberts County authorities this week after getting his vehicle stuck on a county road, and then fleeing on foot to avoid arrest. Sheriff Tyler Appel says after getting his vehicle stuck, Nathan J. Stanley walked to a rural home near Claire City for help. The residents…

Blarney Stone opens new location at Hotel Donaldson

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — After nine months of renovations, Blarney Stone officially opens at the Hotel Donaldson with new ownership. The historic hotel is now adding Irish flavors. Blarney Stone’s fourth location opens on the corner of 1st Avenue North and Broadway featuring your favorite pub amenities and live music. “Food is smelling great in the back. The staff is…

Public shares concerns about moving horses & cattle from Theodore Roosevelt Nat’l Park

NORTH DAKOTA (KVRR) – The National Park Service takes questions from the public on its proposed livestock management plan with horses and cattle at Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Federal officials want to create one because laws surrounding the park don’t address livestock. They also want to continue a natural ecosystem and horses and cattle can take resources from wildlife like…

State leaders spread awareness on “Slow Down, Move Over law”

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota lawmakers are working on a bill to make it safer for all drivers who find themselves on the shoulder of the road with their hazard lights on. Current state law applies to emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and highway maintenance vehicles. It would expand the state’s current move over law to cover all vehicles displaying…

ND House votes to put sports betting measure on 2024 ballot, Senate Votes Next

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFGO/PRAIRIE PUBLIC) – The North Dakota House has voted 49-44 to put the question of legalizing sports betting on next year’s November ballot. Fargo Republican Representative Greg Stemen said the matter should be in the hands of North Dakota voters. “This is a process and it’s working in the manner in which it should,” Stemen said. “I think…