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Summer heat this Memorial Day has everyone finding ways to keep cool

May 25, 2026

KVRR Staff,

Kids keep cool at Shadow Wood Splash Pad in West Fargo on Memorial Day. 5/25/26.FARGO — Those attending Memorial Day services, and those still out enjoying their vacation, got to experience the first summer-like day in the metro. Some attending Memorial Day services at Riverside Cemetery found spots in the shade, while others braved the sun while honoring lost veterans….

Hundreds of people take part in Memorial Day observances in ND and MN

May 25, 2026

TJ Nelson,

North Dakota Veterans CemeteryFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Hundreds of people turned out for North Dakota’s largest Memorial Day event at North Dakota Veterans Cemetery. It is located about 6 miles south of Mandan on Highway 1806. The ceremony was held in the noon hour under the blazing sun and included music, speeches and a motorcycle honor run. Brigadier General Mitch…

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Small North Dakota town creates ‘sacred place’ to honor veterans

May 25, 2026

KVRR Staff,

Project leader Cheryl Anderson talks with American Legion members about finishing touches to the Walcott Veterans Memorial on May 13, 2026. (Photo by W. Scott Olsen/For the North Dakota Monitor)WALCOTT, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — This year’s Memorial Day brings more than the traditional salute to fallen service members in the community of Walcott, North Dakota. On Monday, residents will…

Barnyard Beginners, Part 1

This is the first in a multi-part series about the Livestock Enrichment Program offered by the Red River Valley Fair Foundation.

May 25, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The journey began on April 28 at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds, where kids in the Livestock Enrichment Program got to meet their animals for the very first time. Of all the available pigs, goats, and lambs, 12-year-old Frankie Gendron was assigned, primarily, to care for Pumpkin the lamb. “I was really excited, but all…

Midwest Fitness Fest Packs Disciplines into Butler Machinery Arena

The day of competition featured CrossFit, Olympic weightlifting, strongman, and powerlifting.

May 24, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Competitors from multiple different fitness disciplines gathered at the Butler Machinery Arena this weekend to test their mettle. The Midwest Fitness Fest featured competitions in CrossFit, powerlifting, strongman, and Olympic weightlifting. Over 120 athletes participated across all categories. They represented a large age range in the process – which organizers say demonstrates the inclusiveness of…

Dog Foster Parents Needed to Help Deal with Kennel Cough Outbreak

Homeward Animal Shelter says that the dogs are showing up to their facility already infected with the mild illness.

May 24, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Kennel cough is spreading through some local rescue dogs – and one shelter in particular is asking for assistance from the public to help handle the outbreak. Homeward Animal Shelter has seen many dogs they’ve recently rescued from the pound come in with kennel cough. The mild illness is very contagious, especially amongst dogs who are…

Veterans Ruck For Mental Health Awareness

Veterans Haul Rucksacks to Raise Awareness of Mental Health Issues with Military Members

This is the 9th annual ruck in honor of the late Brady Oberg.

May 24, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – In 2015, combat veteran Brady Oberg died by suicide after struggling for years with post-traumatic stress disorder. Ever since, fellow veterans have organized rucks across North Dakota and Minnesota to highlight the importance of mental health for members of the military. John Dalziel has been spearheading these rucks for almost a decade now, after serendipitously getting…

Intersection of University Drive and 32nd Avenue South in Fargo to close on Wednesday

May 24, 2026

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A busy intersection will close this upcoming week in Fargo. University Drive at 32nd Avenue South will close on Wednesday as construction continues on Phase 2 of Segment 3 of the reconstruction project. The short-term closure is expected to last about three weeks. It will allow crews to safely complete essential underground utility work. The closure…

New agreement reached between UND’s EERC and Department of Energy

May 24, 2026

TJ Nelson,

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR) — A cooperative agreement has been reached between UND’s Energy & Environment Research Center and the Department of Energy. It will deliver $25 million over five years to support the center’s research projects, including the Crack the Code 2.0 initiative. The agreement supports EERC’s efforts across a wide range of cutting-edge research projects, like the work it’s…

Horace Mann Elementary School Ground Breaking

Horace Mann Elementary School breaks ground for the start of the next chapter

May 22, 2026

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It was a groundbreaking moment from students and staff at Horace Mann, Roosevelt, and Madison elementary schools, as shovels began breaking ground. Horace Mann Elementary School has served the Fargo community for over 100 years. Since 2008, Horace Mann has served students from kindergarten to the second grade. With the soon-to-be-revamped school, Horace Mann, Roosevelt, and…