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Family, Friends Light Floating Lanterns for Cameron Bolton

His parents say they will never see another rainbow the same way

WEST FARGO, N.D. — To honor the son, brother and friend 22-year-old Cameron Bolton was, his family and those close to him released candlelight lanterns into the sky. Each person at the lighting ceremony wrote a special message on the lanterns, most of them favorite memories people had with Bolton. Fireworks were also set off as a way to celebrate Bolton’s…

Getting Your Fireworks Fix Before the Fourth of July

July 3rd and 4th are the busiest days of the year for places like Memory Fireworks

HORACE, N.D. — Sparks are getting ready to fly for Uncle Sam’s birthday tomorrow but before they do, you’ll need to get some fireworks. KVRR’s Danielle Church has more on everyone getting their last minute purchases. Today and tomorrow are the busiest days Memory Fireworks has all year. People flood into their shop all hours to spend a pretty penny on…

Great Plains Food Bank Receives Beefy Donation of Protein for the Summer

Hornbacher's, Smithfield Foods donate 40,000 pounds of protein

FARGO, N.D. — For many families across the country, summer is one of the toughest seasons to have regular access to food. “Summertime is always one of the biggest need periods because of all the kids that don’t have school, so during the school year, they have breakfast and lunch that’s taken care of but that goes away in the summertime,”…

How to Stay Safe While Using Fireworks

Use water to prevent disposed fireworks from reigniting

WEST FARGO, N.D. — When you light fireworks on the Fourth of July, make sure you’re doing it with care. Firefighters say a key thing to remember when using fireworks is that everything that goes up must come down. Sparklers, which can heat up to over 1,200 degrees, can also be dangerous. “Children are the main users of sparklers. They’re intrigued…

West Fargo Public Schools Officially Welcomes its New Superintendent Beth Slette

Dr. Flowers officially retired on June 30th after a 45 year long career as an educator

WEST FARGO, N.D. — West Fargo Public Schools officially welcomed in its new leader Beth Slette as she begins her new role as the West Fargo Superintendent. “It’s been a busy day already, very busy,” Slette said. It’s day one officially on the job and she is already on the go with a jam packed schedule. “The day, I start…

Red Lake Falls Woman Charged in the Death of 2-Month-Old Girl

RED LAKE FALLS, Minn. – A Red Lake Falls woman was arrested Tuesday in connection with the murder of a 2-month-old. A criminal complaint says 30-year-old Sarah Kortan unintentionally killed the girl on June 20th by assaulting her. The Red Lake County Sheriff’s Office says the child’s eyes were detached and she suffered multiple skull fractures and a retinal hemorrhage….

HydroFlight Lake Life Offers FlyBoarding

Have you ever dreamed of flying? Well this may be your chance to try it.

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. – Have you ever dreamed of flying? Well this may be your chance to try it. “If you’ve ever had a dream of flying before, that’s exactly what it feels like,” HydroFlight Lake Life instructor Mikayla Avila said.”You are literally suspended in the air, just flying, it feels like a dream.” FlyBoarding, a water sport device propelled…

Rep. Kevin Cramer Opens Up About Trump Visit, Upcoming Election

Cramer anticipates that Trump will make another appearance in North Dakota at a larger venue than Scheels Arena

FARGO, N.D. — Ahead of November’s election with Senator Heidi Heitkamp for a seat in the U.S. Senate, Congressman Kevin Cramer says this race could demonstrate how civil politics really are in North Dakota. Fresh off President Trump’s visit to Fargo last week, Cramer says even though the political climate in the state might be rough and tumble at times, he…

Keeping Pets Safe During Fourth of July Fireworks

Pets can get scared from the sound of fireworks

FARGO, N.D. — Pets can get scared from the sound of fireworks during Fourth of July celebrations. It’s best to keep them inside in an escape–proof room so they don’t run away. You can use soothing music to try to drown out the noise from fireworks. Thunder shirts can also calm animals down. If you do go out with your pet,…

Cameron Bolton Organ Donation Begins

22-year-old Fargo Man died after a crash last week near Mapleton

FARGO, N.D. — The death of a young Fargo man after a crash last week near Mapleton is giving new life to others. The family of 22-year-old Cameron Bolton had to make the tough decision to take him off of life support after he was declared brain dead. The first organ donor recipients include a 30-year-old man who is getting…