North Dakota News

Oil Production is Down in North Dakota

With room for improvement, the state has not received federal leases since 2016

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – As gas prices continue to rise, oil production has steadily decreased in the state of North Dakota and the United States. With the Biden administration’s ban on drilling permits and hydraulic fracturing on federal lands, North Dakota could miss out on at least $570 million over the next 15 years. That’s according to the state’s Department…

Converdia Medical Staffing opens its doors in West Fargo

Converdia Health Staffing holds its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at its new West Fargo office.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Converdia Health Staffing holds its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at its new West Fargo office. The company focuses on medical staffing in rural areas. They provide provide short-term, long-term and direct placement for nurses, allied staff, physicians and advanced practice providers. People who came for the ribbon cutting also got a tour of…

Red River Valley Fair Cancels Vince Neil Concert

"Circumstances beyond anyone's control"

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Bad news for fans looking forward to seeing Vince Neil in concert at the Red River Valley Fair this summer. The show has been canceled due to circumstances beyond anyone’s control according to fair operators. Tickets for the July 16 concert with Neil, Great White and Vixen will be refunded. Categories: Local News, North Dakota…

Dia Del Taco Fest Returns For The 4th Time in June

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Dia Del Taco Fest is returning in June. Fargo Brewing Company and Jade Presents are bringing back this day filled with tacos, tequila, and tons of fun. The inaugural celebration was held in 2018. The 4th annual festival will feature several local vendors for the ultimate taco showdown. There will be a hot sauce challenge and…

UPDATE: Names Released in Officer-Involved Shooting Sunday in Mahnomen Co.

MAHNOMEN CO., Minn. (KVRR) — Names are released in a chase and officer involved shooting in Mahnomen County on Sunday. Minnesota BCA says 20-year-old Shequoya Basswood of Mahnomen is being treated for gunshot injuries at Sanford in Fargo. The deputy who shot her is Dakota Czerny who has been with Mahnomen County Sheriff’s Office for one year. He is on…

Officer injured in attack at the Bismarck Airport

BISMARCK, N.D. – A police officer has been injured in an attack at Bismarck Airport. Police say the officer was called to check on a man who was bothering passengers waiting in the security line Monday. The officer told the man that he would have to leave the airport if he didn’t have an airline ticket. That’s when the man…

Downtown Fargo icon The HoDo sold

FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) – The establishment that was one of the most critical to downtown Fargo’s renaissance has been sold. The Hotel Donaldson was purchased by former North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jim Poolman and his investment partners. While the selling price has not been disclosed, The HoDo was listed on the market for $3.9 million earlier this year. Poolman said…