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Dilworth’s Red Hen Taphouse raising money for Mike Zimmer Foundation

DILWORTH, Minn. (KVRR) – Grab some food at Red Hen Taphouse, have some fun, and help the Vikings’ head coach’s charity. “Ten percent from every purchase of charity chicken will go directly to my non-profit, the Mike Zimmer Foundation which helps give back to the youth of Minnesota,” Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer said. Each month Red Hen Taphouse will…

First US case of COVID-19 omicron variant identified

Omicron variant (World Health Org.)WASHINGTON (AP) – A person in California has become the first  in the U.S. to have an identified case of the omicron variant of COVID-19. Dr. Anthony Fauci said the person was a traveler who returned from South Africa on Nov. 22 and tested positive on Nov. 29. The person was vaccinated but had not received…

West Fargo says stay off iced-over retention ponds and Sheyenne River

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – West Fargo officials are urging people to stay off iced-over retention ponds and the Sheyenne River. Fire Chief Dan Fuller says the integrity of ice on retention ponds and rivers are lowered by several factors, including water flowing under the ice, temperature changes, salt water drainage and sump pumps placed throughout retention ponds.  He says…

Conservative justices signal changes during historic abortion arguments

(Fox News)WASHINGTON – Members of the Supreme Court’s conservative majority are suggesting they may make sweeping changes to limit abortion rights in the United States. The high court heard arguments Wednesday in which the justices are being asked to overrule the court’s historic 1973 Roe v. Wade decision legalizing abortion and its 1992 ruling in Planned Parenthood v. Casey, which…

Fargo church plans outdoor Nativity with live animals

FARGO (KVRR) – An outdoor Nativity featuring actors with live animals will be on display at a Fargo church this weekend. Faith United Methodist Church will stage the “live Nativity” at 909 19th Ave. N. on Sunday, Dec. 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Organizers say the event, which also includes Christmas music, hot cider and holiday treats, will…

6th juror seated for Potter trial in Daunte Wright’s death

Kim PotterMINNEAPOLIS – Prosecutors and attorneys for the suburban Minneapolis police officer charged in Daunte Wright’s shooting death have seated two more jurors for her trial, including a woman who said she owns a handgun and a stun gun. Kim Potter is charged with manslaughter in the April 11 shooting of Wright, a 20-year-old motorist, following a traffic stop in…

LIVE: Giving Tree Helps Shelter Animals Have Happy Holidays

Giving Tree is up at Natural Pet Center through Christmas Eve

  Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) — The giving season extends to our four legged friends in need thanks to one local store. Natural Pet Center is hosting its annual Giving Tree for shelter pets at 4 Luv of Dog Rescue and Cat’s Cradle. You can pick a tag off the tree with a pet’s photo and the gifts it wants for…

How to avoid a crash on the highway

"Sometimes there is not enough time to react because it is just there, but if you see something ahead of you, try to move away from that."

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Authorities say it is always important to stay safe behind the wheel. It is always important to expect the unexpected. “We had a crash that involved two vehicles because one was stopped in the middle lane of traffic. We don’t expect a vehicle to be stopped in the middle of the lanes. That is not an…

Northern Ag Expo is back at the Fargodome

The two-day event draws in 2,500 to 4,000 people throughout the region.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – After skipping a year due to COVID-19, The Northern Ag Expo returns to Fargo with the latest in farm equipment and technology. The two-day event draws in 2,500 to 4,000 people throughout the region. It includes education and recertification meetings for crop applicators. Speakers include several NDSU Extension Service experts, agricultural company representatives and former House…

Names Released In Fatal Crash on I-29 Monday in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — People involved in a fatal crash on I-29 in Fargo Monday afternoon are identified. Highway patrol says 73-year-old Louise Juaire of Mooreton died at the scene. 72-year-old Clinton Juaire of Mooreton was taken to Sanford Hospital in Fargo with serious injuries. 22-year-old Taylor Hemmesch of Fargo was uninjured. The patrol says the Juaires had stopped their…