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Midwest Derby Convention Spreads Knowledge, Showcases Action

The session at the John E. Carlson Coliseum began with instructional workshops before featuring some hard-hitting matches.

April 6, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

Participants picking up new skills on the Coliseum floor.FARGO, N.D. – People of all skill levels flocked to Fargo this weekend to pick up a couple of pointers in roller derby. The Fargo-Moorhead Derby Girls hosted the Midwest Derby Convention at the John E. Carlson Coliseum. The primary goal was instruction, as derby experts signed up to lead workshops on…

Stay Inn Bathroom Fan Fire Triggers Large Fire Department Response in Grand Forks

April 6, 2025

TJ Nelson,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — Grand Forks Fire Department responds to a small fire at Stay Inn. The call came in around 5 a.m. at 1000 42nd Street North for a general fire alarm. Crews arrived to find smoke and upgraded the call to a full alarm. They found the smoke coming from a bathroom fan in an unoccupied room…

Nordic Gala Builds Enthusiasm for Scandinavian Festival

The event featured a silent auction of many Scandinavian nicknacks, plus a traditional Norwegian meal.

April 6, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

Some of the hand-crafted traditional offerings at the Nordic Gala’s silent auction.FARGO, N.D. – It was a Norwegian extravaganza at the Kringen Lodge this Saturday as local groups begin to gear up for this summer’s Scandinavian Festival. The annual Nordic Gala took place in the familiar haunt for the Sons of Norway. The evening kicked off with a social and…

Third Annual Fooler’s Ball Brings Strange Brews to Brewhalla

55 different breweries poured their oddest concoctions at the event.

April 6, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

Two of the hundreds of beer options available for thirsty Foolers.FARGO, N.D. – The excitement was palpable at Brewhalla before the third annual Fooler’s Ball even began. The goal of the ball is to show off as many strange brews as humanly possible. 55 different breweries set up shop, with one even coming all the way from Greece – delighting…

Protest Fills Both Sides of Veterans Memorial Bridge

The protest was one of many nationwide, organized under the "Hands off Day of Action" general umbrella.

April 6, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

A few of the many signs on display.FARGO, N.D. – Protests against President Trump and the actions of his cabinet members, especially Elon Musk, have become fairly common as of late. The one that took place Saturday afternoon on the Veterans Memorial Bridge, though, dwarfed many other prior efforts. Organizers estimated that about 2,000 people turned up, waving signs and…

“It’s Circus Time,” El Zagal Shrine Circus is Back For 73rd Annual Circus at the Fargodome

April 4, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The El Zagal Shrine Circus has brought many ready for the performances and magic of the show. With six performances planned this weekend at the Fargodome, the performers are ready to get this show on the road. “Here in Fargo, people seem to love it and we keep getting people here. And I think people enjoy…

LIVE: A Return to Elevated and Personalized Retail

April 4, 2025

Emily Welker,

FARGO — Workers at West Acres’s newest department sore are putting the final touches in place ahead of the Von Maur grand opening celebration Saturday morning. The company bills itself as an elevated shopping experience that offers hands-on, personalized customer service. They have free gift wrapping, free shipping, and in-house alterations. They also offer a variety of products from smaller,…

Cass County Sheriff’s Office warns of new scam

April 4, 2025

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR) – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says a new scam targets family members of people being held in jail. Officials say someone claiming to be a deputy contacted a victim and claimed that their incarcerated family member qualified for the Community Supervision Unit ankle bracelet monitoring program. The scammer requested an electronic payment before participation in the program…

Winner of $1 million lottery ticket sold in Breckenridge claims prize

April 4, 2025

Jim Monk,

ROSEVILLE, Minn. (KVRR-KFGO) – A $1 million lottery winner in Breckenridge, Minnesota has come forward. The lottery says the winner spent $50 on the Casinos Million’s scratch off game and took the top prize. The winner, who wasn’t identified, says they’re looking forward to investing in their retirement, finding a larger home and hoping to buy an RV to see…

North Dakota House defeats ‘truth-in-sentencing’ bill promoted by attorney general

April 4, 2025

KVRR Staff,

Attorney General Drew Wrigley, center, listens March 24, 2025, to testimony on a bill he supports related to criminal sentences. Law enforcement attended the hearing in support of the bill. (Kyle Martin/For the North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — A divisive prison sentencing bill introduced by Attorney General Drew Wrigley’s office failed in the House Thursday after more…