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Inmate in Grafton died after medical emergency on Sunday, BCI investigating

October 6, 2025

TJ Nelson,

GRAFTON, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota BCI is investigating a death at the Walsh County Jail in Grafton, North Dakota. The sheriff on Sunday had reported an incident at the jail but did not provide any details. They now say that shortly after 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, correctional officers noticed an inmate suffering a medical emergency. Live-saving measures began on…

NWS upgrades deadly June 20 Enderlin tornado to EF-5

October 6, 2025

Jim Monk,

Enderlin, ND tornado, June 20, 2025. (Chief Meteorologist Max Mueller) FARGO (KVRR) – The National Weather Service says a deadly June 20 tornado that caused extensive damage to the Enderlin, North Dakota area was more powerful than originally determined. Three people were killed. Forecasters say the tornado was an EF-5, with an estimated peak wind speed of more than 210…

Xcel’s coal exit an issue in North Dakota electric rate case

October 6, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

Electric transmission lines cross a field in central North Dakota. (Photo by Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor/KVRR) — Xcel Energy customers in North Dakota are facing an unusually large increase in their electric bill, which a North Dakota official attributes in large part to the company’s move away from coal. Northern States Power Co., part of Minnesota-based…

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Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library using $70M Bank of North Dakota line of credit

October 6, 2025

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Construction workers lay cement at the site of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora on Sept. 1, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library)MEDORA, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) – The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation has tapped into $53 million of a $70 million Bank of North Dakota line of credit to pay for construction costs while…

Grand Forks man killed after train and vehicle collision Saturday night

October 5, 2025

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS CO., N.D. (KVRR) — A Grand Forks man is dead after his vehicle was hit by a BNSF train Saturday night. North Dakota Highway Patrol says the 76-year-old man’s vehicle was high centered, or stuck, on the track around 10 p.m. when the train hit his vehicle and dragged it about 60 feet. It happened northwest of the…

Suspect wanted after crash in stolen vehicle is arrested on Spirit Lake Reservation

October 5, 2025

TJ Nelson,

Winfield Chaske III (2021)FORT TOTTEN, N.D. (KVRR) — The suspect wanted after a single-vehicle crash in a stolen vehicle near St. Michael on Thursday night is arrested. The investigation identified two males involved and one cooperated with authorities. The second male, Winfield Chaske III, was located after an extensive search by multiple agencies including North Dakota Highway Patrol and Benson…

Busy Fall Weekend at Brewhalla

The weekend began with an Okotberfest celebration and concluded with a massive craft fair.

October 5, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It was a jam-packed weekend at Brewhalla, with two distinct yet fall-related celebrations taking place. First up, on Saturday, was Oktoberfest. The day-long celebration of all things Bavarian featured stein holding competitions, polka music and plenty of beer. Then, on Sunday, the Brewhalla Fall Craft Market took place. Hundreds of vendors set up on both floors…

BIG Event Brings Science to Girls of All Ages

BIG stands for Believe in Girls, and the event is designed to get them interested in science and technological fields.

October 5, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It was a science showcase at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds on October 5. Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons put on the The BIG Event (BIG stands for “Believe In Girls”) so girls of all ages can get hands-on experience with STEM. The Butler Machinery Arena was filled with exhibits from many organizations and companies. Kids…

Essentia Expands Routes For Mobile Mammogram Units

Essentia Expands Mobile Mammography Program for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The healthcare provider is sending their specially outfitted trucks to small, rural communities across Minnesota and North Dakota.

October 5, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – With the exception of skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. By the end of 2025, more than 42,000 women will die from the disease in the U.S. Getting a mammogram, though, can be incredibly inconvenient for those who live multiple hours…

Natural Pet Center Celebrates 20 Years in Business

The two Fargo locations had discounts and raffle tickets available all weekend.

October 5, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Natural Pet Center in Fargo celebrated a big milestone all weekend. This weekend marked 20 years in business for the local pet supplier. They had 20 percent discounts all weekend, as well as raffle prizes and swag bags at the 19th Avenue North location. Staff said that customer support was strong on both days. “Oh gosh,”…