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Proposed bill ensures job security for laid off Minnesota workers

"The bill will help maintain established employer-employee relationships which are critical to the speed of the overall economic recovery."

MINNESOTA (KVRR) – As the pandemic uproots many people out of their jobs, fellow Minnesotans are speaking out for new legislation that will help hospitality and service sector workers impacted after losing their jobs. As state restrictions ease up and more businesses open, laid off workers are worried they’ll be out of jobs to competing applicants. Minnesota House Democrats are…

Fargo Police investigate suspicious activity

They have received reports from an area between 40th and 45th streets of 13th avenue south.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo Police are trying to ease some peoples concerns after recent reports of suspicious activity. They have received reports from an area between 40th and 45th streets of 13th avenue south. Police say though social media and a small number of phone calls, they are aware of a suspect or suspects asking personal questions to people…

How to keep Valentine’s Day flowers safe from the cold

"They will freeze outside within minutes especially with the colder temperatures..."

FARGO, N.D.  (KVRR) – With Valentine’s Day this weekend, florists in the area are warning the public about what the cold can do to flowers. They say it is crucial to order ahead of time and plan out deliveries as most flowers could be left at the doorstep in this very cold weather. People seeking to purchase a bouquet of…

Resignation of West Fargo teacher investigated by police accepted

Ronald ThompsonWEST FARGO, N.D. – The West Fargo School Board unanimously accepts the resignation of a business education teacher being investigated by police. Ronald Thompson announced his intent to step down Tuesday after police served him a warrant. The board had to take action on his resignation to make it official. Thompson was a teacher at Sheyenne and West Fargo…

Moorhead City Council Member Shelly Carlson appointed mayor

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – After Mayor Johnathan Judd resigned after accepting a 7th Judicial District judgeship, the Moorhead City Council unanimously elected Council Member Shelly Carlson mayor at a council meeting Monday. The city says citizens will vote on a new mayor in November of 2022. The city will appoint someone from Moorhead’s second ward to serve as a council…

Fargo police looking into suspicious activity reports

FARGO (KVRR) – Fargo Police are investigating reports of what they call “suspicious activity” along 13th Ave. S. in the West Acres area. Deputy Chief Ross Renner says the calls may be connected to “an individual” who has a history of approaching people and asking them about “personal information.” Renner says at this time, there is no clear indication that…

North Dakota House okays bill that cuts early voting to 9 days

Early voting in FargoBISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KCND) – A bill that limits early voting dates to 9 days before Election Day has been approved in the North Dakota House. Early voting is currently allowed up to 15 days before an election. Grand Forks Republican Representative Steve Vetter carried the bill on the House floor. “Although we want early voting, we don’t…

North Dakota House kills party designation bill

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KCND) – The North Dakota House has rejected a proposal that would have given candidates running for local office the option of placing their political party designation on the ballot. West Fargo Republican Rep. Austen Schauer said the purpose of the measure is transparency and voter education. “How many times have we been asked ‘What do we know…

Republicans want coronavirus business restrictions lifted by May 1

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota House Republicans have a plan for lifting coronavirus restrictions on businesses with a goal of letting them resume full operations by May 1. Rep. Dave Baker of Willmar, says restaurants, hotels, event centers and gyms need to be able to make reopening plans with some certainty. Baker says the downward trends in COVID-19 cases and…

COVID restrictions move hockey tournament from St. Paul to Grand Forks

COLORADO SPRINGS (KVRR) – The National Collegiate Hockey Conference will hold its championship from March 12-16 at the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Grand Forks. “Due to continued challenges with COVID-19, we are forced to alter the structure and location of the 2021 NCHC Tournament. Circumstances surrounding travel, testing, and fan attendance made the traditional format difficult to complete,” NCHC Commissioner…