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The Solar Eclipse: Watch Out for the Animal Kingdom

The Solar Eclipse will take place on August 21st

FARGO, N.D. —The highly anticipated solar eclipse will take place on Monday, August 21st. Certain theories suggest an eclipse can cause major changes in animal behavior. “There’s a lot of historic reports on animals behaving oddly during solar eclipses, especially if they’re in totality,” says Red River Zoo Executive Director, Sally Jacobson. “We’ve heard stories in the past of cows…

Two Men Arrested After Exchanging Text Messages Over a Woman

Police said they showed up with a handgun

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Two men were arrested in Moorhead after what police said began as a text message exchange over a woman. Lt. Tory Jacobson said 22-year-old Eddie Darden of Dilworth and 22 year-old Kyler Kleppe of Mayville threatened a man working at a construction site and they were challenged to come to the location. He said they showed up…

West Fargo Park District Celebrates 60th Birthday

It is a party over here for sure!

WEST FARGO, ND — The West Fargo Park District is celebrating 60 years of service. They have been providing the community with endless opportunities to get out and play since 1957. KVRR’S Maria Santora is live from the Rustad Recreation Center where the party is taking place. MARIA SANTORA: It is a party over here for sure! They have bouncy…

Law Firm Volunteers Legal Services to Local Veterans

Guy is one of 69 attorneys at Fredrikson & Byron listed in the Peer Review publication Best Lawyers in America for 2018

FARGO, ND — The Fredrikson & Byron Law Firm gave back to veterans the best way they know how: by providing legal services. In partnership with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, the law firm offered free services to any veteran needing a will, power of attorney, health care directives and much more. This is the fifth year the event…

Fargo Police Still Searching for Suspects in Early Morning Robbery of Gas Station

In the middle of the night, while the streets were still dark, two men approached this Casey's prepared to steal some cash

FARGO, ND — The Fargo Police Department is still looking for two masked men who robbed a Casey’s General Store in north Fargo early this morning. In the middle of the night, while the streets were still dark, two men approached this Casey’s prepared to steal some cash. On the 300 block of 10th Street North, the men entered this…

Neighbors at Osgood Apartment Complex Warn of Possible Peeping Suspect

People who live in the apartment building say they have seen a suspicious person who wanders the complex and seems particularly interested in apartments with pets

FARGO, ND — Neighbors in the Arbor Courts Apartments in the Osgood area say they have seen a suspicious person peeping in apartments over the last few weeks. People who live in the apartment building on the 5600 block of 40th Avenue South said they have seen a suspicious person who wanders the complex and seems particularly interested in apartments…

Fargo School Board Votes to Issue Contracts to Teachers; Some Unsure of Future

Classes begin in less than two weeks and teachers do have the option to reject their contract, however, if they do not sign, they will be out of a job

FARGO, ND — After months of failed negotiations, the Fargo School Board voted to issue contracts to teachers for the 2017-2018 school year. Board members voted 6-2 to offer teachers a one-year contract and a $500 raise. Classes begin in less than two weeks and teachers do have the option to reject their contract, however, if they do not sign,…

Little Free Gardens Around the Metro Ripe for the Picking (P.S. IT’S FREE)

After weeks of caring for the mini gardens, there are plenty of locations around the Metro that are ready for people to come picking

  RED RIVER VALLEY — The weather is right, the season is wrapping up and some fresh, local produce is ripe for the picking. Little Free Garden is a project throughout the Red River Valley where local organizations and community members plant small gardens and share the wealth for anyone who wants free produce. After weeks of caring for the…

Source of Deadly E. coli Strain That Killed Minnesota Toddler Still a Mystery

Three-year-old Kallan Maresh died after the infection attacked her kidneys and neurological system

  WRIGHT COUNTY, Minn. — Health officials say they can’t find the source of the E. coli strain that killed a Minnesota toddler. Three-year-old Kallan Maresh died after the infection attacked her kidneys and neurological system. Her five-year-old brother also became sick from the bacteria but survived. State Health Department officials say while their investigation is complete, they were not…

Fargo City Commissioner Wants F-5 Project Put on Hold

The group's founder says his organization is working with the city to get the application to correct the violation

  FARGO, ND — A Fargo city commissioner wants the F-5 Project stopped until it meets city codes. Dave Piepkorn said the housing project for former inmates didn’t get the proper city approval. Piepkorn said it’s clear the homes violate city code because more than three non-family members live in the houses. The violation was discovered after city leaders got…