NORTH DAKOTA & MINNESOTA (KVRR) — Having restrictions at the Canadian border for nearly two years has had a big impact on places like Greater Grand Forks and Lake of the Woods. “It’s been a long time,” said Visit Greater Grand Forks Executive Director Julie Rygg. The border opening is welcomed news to many business owners North of us who’ve…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Fargo Air Museum is celebrating local veterans in honor of the U.S. Navy’s 246 years. All veterans, active duty, national guard, and reserve got into the museum for free on Wednesday and were treated to complimentary coffee and sweets. A new exhibit showcasing U.S. Navy memorabilia is also on display. The celebration is part of…
Courtesy: University of North Dakota AthleticsGRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – The University of North Dakota has placed Head Volleyball Coach Jeremiah Tiffin has been placed on administrative leave. Director of Athletics Bill Chaves says in a statement “Upon learning of some potential issues within the program, we felt that a review of these issues be conducted immediately.” Assistant coaches Erin…
BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum is asking supporters to sign a petition endorsing his plan to use some of the state’s bulging surpluses to offset income taxes. It’s being viewed by lawmakers as an end-run on a Legislature that has signaled no appetite for the idea. The second-term Republican governor recommended using a portion of the state’s…
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – A former North Dakota oilfield executive has pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges for misleading shareholders about his company’s value, in a scheme that eventually forced it to go bankrupt and led to more than $886 million in losses. Joseph Kostelecky, of Dickinson, pleaded guilty Wednesday to one count each of wire fraud and securities fraud. The…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Fargo-based attorney for Glasser Images says the company has developed a plan to get wedding photos and videos that have been already shot into the hands of customers and have sub-contractors ready to cover future reservations. But Tim O’Keeffe says the process will take some time. O’Keeffe says there have thousands of email requests for assistance…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Council of Governments is looking for ways to make the Fargo-Moorhead area more bicycle and pedestrian friendly. Metro COG updates the Metropolitan Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan every five years. People are encouraged to take an online survey to share their recommendations for creating safer streets. A virtual open house took place Tuesday afternoon…
Hector International Airport held an open house to showcase its brand-new snow removal equipment building. This 26,000 square foot expansion, creates more space for the airport’s new equipment and provides additional space for maintenance and staff needs. Hector International Airport Authority Chairman, Erik Lind says, “We had added 17 acres of concrete in the last year, with the expansion of…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — FMWF Chamber has launched a workforce initiative aimed at helping people find suitable jobs and assisting local businesses in finding the right employees. Those with the Chamber believe the newly-launched digital platform called Ignite FMWF will be transformational in the way workers and employees find each other. “We have a lot of great individuals, companies, nonprofits,…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Community leaders from around the state came together to hear about the Main Street Initiative. Over 700 people gathered at the Rustad Recreation Center in West Fargo to hear from nationally renowned speakers and gain insight on how to create and pay for smart, efficient infrastructure. “The goal of the summit is really to…
