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Building Industry Association focus on the growth of Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Industry leaders met with the Downtown Community Partnership to talk about the future of Fargo and the greater region. Building Industry Association of the Red River Valley hosted the meeting to share their thoughts on the growing population. In downtown Fargo, an estimated 6,000 people are living and renting, with the population continuously growing. Rocky Schneider…

UPDATE: potato warehouse destroyed by fire in Hoople, ND

Courtesy: Walsh County Sheriff’s OfficeHOOPLE, N.D. (KVRR 8pm UPDATE) — A warehouse full of potatoes has been destroyed by fire in Hoople, North Dakota, about an hour north of Grand Forks. Walsh County Sheriff’s Office says the call came in just after noon. Firefighters from Hoople, Park River, Edinburg and Crystal fire departments responded. Most crews left the scene after…

North Dakota attorney general warns of gold scam

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Attorney General Drew Wrigley is warning North Dakotans about a gold scam. He says the scammers impersonate government agents or law enforcement and may even send false documentation. They instruct people to buy gold bars and then hand them over to a government agent so it can be put in a secure location. But once the…

KVRR Connections Tourism: $15 million in Destination Development Grants awarded to 23 Projects across North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Some of the top tourist stops across North Dakota are sharing in $15 million worth of “Destination Development Grants”. North Dakota Tourism and Marketing says these investments will enhance tourism infrastructure, elevate visitor experiences and support long-term economic growth. Out of 106 applications from 45 communities, just 23 projects were chosen for this round of grants….

North Dakota lawmakers build wish list for $500M federal rural health care grant

Sen. Brad Bekkedahl, R-Williston, and Legislative Council budget analyst Allen Knudson listen to a presentation on the Rural Health Transformation Program on Oct. 14, 2025. (Photo by Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — A committee of North Dakota lawmakers this week began sifting through an ocean of recommendations for how to spend a $500 million federal rural…

North Dakota taking steps to ban candy, soda purchases with SNAP benefits

Candy and sugary drinks are displayed at a gas station in Bismarck on Oct. 14, 2025. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — Some foods such as soda and candy may soon be prohibited purchases in North Dakota through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, officials said Tuesday. The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services…

New truck stop planned for Fargo

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – A Grand Forks-based company is planning a truck stop, convenience store, car wash and liquor store in north Fargo. It would called Northdale Oil Travel Center. Northdale Oil Company is behind the project at 4300 County Road 81 near the Amazon Fulfillment Center warehouse. Foundation and site work is estimated at more than $2 million with the…

Large law enforcement presence for narcotics-related traffic stop on Roberts Street in downtown Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) —  A large law enforcement presence was seen on Roberts Street in downtown Fargo between 1st and 2nd Avenues. This video by KVRR was taken Tuesday night just before 9 p.m. Fargo Police, North Dakota Highway Patrol and unmarked vehicles were on scene. Officers could be seen going through numerous vehicles and some were wearing masks. North…

Disney On Ice presents “Road Trip Adventures” at FARGODOME in March

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Get ready to take your family on an immersive getaway thanks to Disney on Ice. The touring group’s latest production, “Road Trip Adventures”, is skating into FARGODOME from March 12-15. It’ll be a fun-fueled excursion to iconic Disney destinations. Disney on Ice members can buy advance tickets starting today before they go on-sale to the general…