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World No Tobacco Day sheds light on local use

World No Tobacco Day is being recognized nationwide to highlight the dangers of tobacco use in our country

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- World No Tobacco Day is being recognized nationwide to highlight the dangers of tobacco use in our country. “Tobacco use remains a major problem across the state of North Dakota and across our country. Tobacco use is actually still the leading cause of preventable death and disease in North Dakota and the United States, so just in…

Fargo man says he’s first with all-electric pickup in ND

A Fargo man who works in solar roofing says he's the first person to have an all-electric pickup truck in North Dakota.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Ben Holsen, the owner of Holsen Home Solar, says investing in an all-electric pickup truck aligns with his business where he installs solar panel roofs onto people’s homes. “A couple of years ago I decided I really wanted to put solar panels on my lake house. I couldn’t really find anybody doing it in the area. So,…

Building that caught fire in Wadena is expected to be rebuilt

It was a difficult Memorial Day for people in Wadena as the city dealt with a large fire at a storage building and a tornado warning

WADENA, Minn. (KVRR) – It was a difficult Memorial Day for people in Wadena as the city dealt with a large fire at a storage building and a tornado warning. There were concerns about toxic chemicals burning inside a building behind Minnesota Valley Irrigation, but nothing harmful ended up on fire. Firefighters were made to leave the scene for 30…

New Life Center opens second thrift store in South Fargo

Similar to their North Fargo thrift shop, it's a way for those struggling financially to buy quality items at a reasonable price.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The New Life Center opens a second thrift store on the 5500 block of 51st Avenue South continuing its mission helping people struggling with homelessness. Organizers say clothing is the primary product they can always use as there’s always a need for clothes. All the money they make goes back to expand programs within the New…

It’ll be Walz vs. Jensen for MN governor as Stanek, Hepola exit

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – The stage is nearly set for incumbent DFL Gov. Tim Walz to take on Republican challenger Dr. Scott Jensen in the Minnesota governor’s race this fall. Former Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek declined to force a GOP primary against Jensen. Stanek didn’t come to the Secretary of State’s office before the 5 p.m. Tuesday filing deadline,…

Bismarck non-profit will spend $28,000 to oust Fargo City Commissioner

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The head of a Bismarck-based non-profit says the organization plans to spend $28,000 to help eliminate Fargo City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn in the upcoming election. Brighter Future Alliance has been sending a series of mailers that target City Commissioner Dave Piepkorn.  One of the postcards is a spoof on the movie “Dumb & Dumber.”  Another recalls…

Shelly Carlson announces run for Moorhead mayor

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Moorhead Mayor Shelly Carlson announces a campaign to keep her job. She has announced a press conference Wednesday morning at Third Drop Coffee. Carlson was unanimously appointed mayor by the City Council in February 2021 when Mayor Johnathan Judd resigned after being appointed to a judgeship in Fergus Falls. Carlson was elected to the City Council…

Jerry Seinfeld returning to Grand Forks

Jerry SeinfeldGRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – Comedian Jerry Seinfeld is coming to Grand Forks. Seinfeld will perform at the University of North Dakota’s Chester Fritz Auditorium on Saturday, Sept. 24. Seinfeld’s career catapulted after he appeared on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson in 1981. Later, he teamed up with Larry David to create “Seinfeld.”  The show ran nine seasons,…

Memorial day unites the F-M community to honor the lost

Those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country have their legacies honored by loved ones through music and stories.

FARGO- MOORHEAD (KVRR) — Those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country have their legacies honored by loved ones through music and stories. The support for veterans in the Fargo Moorhead area is something the community prides itself on, “We’re very lucky here to have the support of the community at Moorhead American Legion. We say we’re the cheers…

Woman arrested after found walking near Governor Burgum’s Bismarck home

Both the governor and first lady were at home at the time

Gov. Doug Burgum & Kathryn Burgum BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — A woman was taken into custody after walking on Capitol property near the Governor’s house in Bismarck. Thirty-two-year-old Dakota Bee of Bismarck was arrested and charged with resisting arrest, trespassing, and disorderly conduct. North Dakota Highway Patrol says she was first seen walking around property 9:45 Sunday night and was…