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Allegiant Resumes Non-stop Flights From Fargo to Tampa

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — Non-stop service from Fargo to Tampa, Florida has resumed on Allegiant. The new route will operate twice weekly from Hector International Airport to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. Shawn Dobberstein, the executive director at Hector, says the warm weather destination is a hit for regional travelers escaping the cold. Allegiant is celebrating the return of the route with…

Giving Hearts Red Cross
Community, Health, Local News

Local Red Cross Seeking More Than Money On Giving Hearts Day

The local chapter held a blood drive on Thursday afternoon, the first time they've done so on Giving Hearts Day
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FARGO, ND (KVRR) – Blood Drives are essential at any time of the year but even more so on a day that’s aimed at donating. As organizations across the area rally financial support on Giving Hearts Day, the American Red Cross of Eastern North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota is taking it a step further. “You know, today is giving hearts…

Moszer
Community, Local News, North Dakota News

Remembering Fargo Police Officer Jason Moszer five years after his death

Fargo Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney has declared Thursday Jason Moszer Day
Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s been five years since Fargo Police Officer Jason Moszer died in the line of duty. He was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call. Fargo Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney has declared Thursday Jason Moszer Day. The city held a memorial ceremony at Fargo City Hall in Moszer’s honor where dozens of community…

Broadway Bridge
Construction & Traffic Updates, Local News, North Dakota News

North Broadway Bridge closed indefinitely

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The 30-year-old North Broadway Bridge linking Fargo to rural Clay County is closed indefinitely. Fargo Transportation Engineer Jeremy Gorden says soil from the river embankment is pushing onto the north pier and causing it to lean. The city’s options include either replacing the pier or bridge, or demolishing the bridge and not replacing it. Replacing the…
Local News, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

North Dakota House approves ban on transgender student athletes

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KCND) – The North Dakota House has approved a measure that would prohibit transgender athletes from competing on teams that do not match their birth gender. Supporters of the measure said it’s designed to protect girls from having to compete against boys who are physiologically stronger and faster than girls. Opponents said LGBTQ kids are often bullied at…
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Update: Celebrities urge Biden to shut down DAPL, Burgum says effects would be ‘devastating’

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR) – Dozens of celebrities have written a letter that urges President Biden to shut down the Dakota Access Pipeline. “We urge you to remedy this historic injustice and direct the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to immediately shut down the illegal Dakota Access Pipeline while the Environmental Impact Statement process is conducted, consistent with the D.C. District Court’s…

Chauvin Lawyer
Local News, Minnesota News

Chauvin wanted to plead guilty to 3rd-degree murder

Jim Monk,

MINNEAPOLIS – Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was prepared to plead guilty to third-degree murder in George Floyd’s death before then-Attorney General William Barr personally blocked the plea deal last year. Two law enforcement officials with direct knowledge of the talks say the deal would have averted any potential federal charges, including a civil rights offense. It was part of…
Local News, Minnesota News

Minnesota-based Hormel to acquire Planters

Jim Monk,

AUSTIN, Minn. (KVRR) – Minnesota-based Hormel Foods has an agreement to purchase Planters from Kraft Heinz for $3.35 billion. The deal include brands such as Planters, NUT-rition, Corn Nuts, Skippy and Wholly Guacamole. The sale is expected to close later this year and is subject to regulatory approval. Categories: Local News, Minnesota News Tags: Hormel, planters, sale

North Broadway Bridge Tilt Edited Feb 2021
Local News, North Dakota News

Fargo’s North Broadway Bridge closed indefinitely

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) – The North Broadway Bridge that links Fargo with rural Clay County has been closed Indefinitely after routine inspection found a tilt to one of its piers. City Engineer Jeremy Gorden said soil from the river embankment pushed onto the north pier and caused it to lean. “While it’s not tipping to the point where it’s going to…