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Fargo’s ‘Blind Joe’ attracting world attention with anti-mandate anthem

October 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

— Blind Joe (@theblindjoe) October 24, 2021 FARGO (KVRR) – A country music artist who grew up in Fargo is getting international attention for a new song that takes direct aim at COVID-19 mask and vaccine mandates. “Blind Joe” Bommersbach says the song, “I Will Not Comply” is generating support from fans around the world, including France, Greece, Germany and…

First Lady says addiction stigma is improving in North Dakota

ANNUAL "RECOVERY REINVENTED" EVENT CONTINUES IN BISMARCK

October 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – A survey of North Dakota residents indicates improvement in how people view addiction. The results from the North Dakota Addressing Addiction survey were presented at the annual “Recovery Reinvented” event at the Bismarck Events Center. According to the survey, 74% of respondents believe addiction is a health condition. A 2018 survey showed 63% of North Dakotans…

Driver cited after crash with motorized wheelchair

October 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

VALLEY CITY, N.D. (KVRR/KOVC) – A man riding a motorized wheelchair was struck by a vehicle in Valley City Monday. Police Chief Phil Hatcher says a vehicle driven by a 79-year-old Valley City resident struck the scooter, driven by an 88-year-old Valley City man. The driver was issued a citation for failure to yield. The man on the scooter was…

Getting (Witch)Crafty: Making a Spooky Spellbook

Can we make Pinterest-worthy dream decor out of old textbooks and decoupage? Or is this thing destined for the dumpster?

October 25, 2021

Emily Welker,

If you’re a dedicated Halloween haunter whose decorating instincts have been stymied by this season’s supply-chain woes, you’re not alone. Halloween decor has been scarce in local stores, and the big day is almost here. Fortunately, the Morning Show is here to help. If you can’t buy your Halloween decor, why not try making it, instead? Armed with way too…

Local school board resignations triple in Minnesota

October 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Contentious disagreements over COVID-19 policies and critical race theory have caused a significant increase in the number of local school board resignations in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota School Boards Association, nearly 70 board members have resigned their positions this year, triple the number of resignations in a regular year. The association says that equates to…

Prince to be awarded Congressional Gold Medal

October 25, 2021

KVRR Staff,

NEW YORK (AP) – Minnesota’s Congressional delegation on Monday is introducing a resolution to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Prince, citing his “indelible mark on Minnesota and American culture.” The medal is one of the nation’s highest civilian honors and past recipients include George Washington, the Wright Brothers, Rosa Parks, Mother Teresa, the Navajo Code Talkers, the Tuskegee Airmen…

Fort Berthold college offers incentive for virus shots

October 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

NEW TOWN, N.D. – A college on the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation is offering an incentive for students to receive the coronavirus vaccine. Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College in New Town announced that students who can verify they are fully vaccinated will receive $500. The shots must be completed by Nov. 4. College President Twyla Baker says there has been a resurgence…

NDSU attracts dozens for games and free candy

It's no secret kids love costumes and candy and thankfully, there was plenty of both at Boo at NDSU.

October 24, 2021

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — “The children are having a great time connecting with our athletes, fraternities and sororities, our residence hall groups and just the students that are here to welcome them, they’ve been so excited,” said Leadership Development and Residency Personnel Jen Kacere. Kids racked up on all kinds of candy, played games and were given free admission to…

Bridal Fantasy Wedding Show Helps Couples With Wedding Planning

The event was held at the Delta Hotels by Marriott in Fargo

October 24, 2021

Ashley Walker,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — “We have a lot of great conversations we’re having, and I’m really happy with the number of guests and the vendors, brides, and grooms that are here today,” said Dave Harmon. With almost 50 vendors and over $8,000 in cash prizes, this wedding show is able to put couples at ease. The Bridal Fantasy Wedding…

National Guard Troops Deployed To D.C. In 2020 Return Home

October 24, 2021

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/AP) — Members of a Bismarck-based North Dakota National Guard unit who were called to active duty in Washington, D.C. late last year are back home. Gov. Doug Burgum and Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer attended a homecoming ceremony for the Guard members in Bismarck. Seventy soldiers with Company C, 2nd Battalion of the 285th Aviation Regiment…