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Racial equity conference in Moorhead explores inclusion and belonging

MOORHEAD (KVRR) — A conference was held on Friday, Oct. 10, in Moorhead and across Minnesota to explore themes of inclusion and belonging. The racial equity conference was held in 14 locations across Minnesota. The focus of this year’s event was on the lived experiences of people in rural communities. It was organized by the groups Inclusive Moorhead and the…

Fargo Man in Custody After Allegedly Biting Officer

Authorities say Cante Redstone was restrained on the ground when an officer felt a pain in his calf, and noticed Redstone biting him.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – What started as a somewhat routine domestic disturbance call may lead to felony charges for a Fargo man who reportedly bit an arresting officer in the leg. The Fargo Police Department says that on October 9, around 5:00 P.M., they received a call asking for them to remove Cante Redstone from an apartment at 704 23rd…

Name Submissions Open for New Fargo Elementary School

The replacement for Horace Mann Elementary is set to open for the 2028-29 school year.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo Public Schools are asking the public for suggestions on what to name the newest elementary school in the district. The facility is scheduled to open before the 2028-29 school year. It will bring together students from the Horace Mann-Roosevelt and Madison Elementary School attendance areas. Its new name will be selected from the proposals by…

Republicans vote to roll back Biden-era restrictions on mining and drilling in 3 Western states

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum points to a map of Alaska as he speaks before President Donald Trump signs an executive order in the Oval Office at the White House, Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) WASHINGTON, D.C. (Associated Press) — Congressional Republicans have voted to roll back restrictions on mining, drilling, and other development in three Western…

Banana Ball is coming to Newman Outdoor Field in Fargo

FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) — World-famous Banana Ball is coming to Newman Outdoor Field in 2026. The Firefighters will play the newly-formed Indianapolis Clowns June 26 and 27. Banana Ball was popularized by the Savannah Bananas, and has rules that are meant to enhance the fan experience. Some of those rule changes include a two-hour time limit, fans catching foul balls that…

UPDATE: Pine County Sheriff no longer looking for man last seen in Fargo

Joseph PuckettUPDATE: The Pine County Sheriff’s Office has canceled the missing person alert for Joseph Puckett. He has been found safe PINE COUNTY (KVRR) — The Pine County Sheriff’s Office, located in eastern Minnesota, is asking the public’s help in locating a missing man. 39-year-old Joseph Keith Puckett was last known to be in the Fargo area on August 19th….

Another search is conducted in Marshall County, MN for woman missing since 1996

Pictured Left to Right: Scott Mekash (Pennington County Chief Deputy), Mark Ellerbusch (Marshall County Sergaent), Alison Case & K-9 Canik (Valley Water and Rescue), Lisa Rodriguez (Safranski’s Daughter), Melanie Noyes (Safranski’s Daughter), Kimberly Roadfeldt & K-9 Frankie (Valley Water and Rescue), Jason Boman (Marshall County Sheriff), Jason Cervantes (Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force), and Jon Tinnes (Marshall County Chief…

Coats for Kids and Families Event Provides Much-Needed Winter Gear

The annual event, organized by the Salvation Army, often sees more than 400 coats and over 1000 hats scooped up by locals in need.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Colder weather is fast approaching, and many kids and families are without winter gear to keep them warm. That’s why The Salvation Army held its annual Coats for Kids and Families event at Hope Lutheran Church in Fargo on October 9. The giveaway ran from 1:00 to 7:00 P.M. and volunteers say more than 400 people…