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Sons of Norway Host Christmas Celebration

Those at the Kringen Lodge say they like to combine Norwegian traditions with a couple of new wrinkles.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Sons of Norway held their traditional Scandinavian holiday event on Sunday, looking to celebrate the season with classic Norwegian traditions and a sense of community. The event began at 2:00 P.M. in the Juven Ballroom of the Kringen Lodge. There was live music ranging from ukuleles to accordions, an ugly sweater contest, and of course,…

UPDATE: Tribal police seek person of interest after fatal stabbing outside bar in Mahnomen, MN

MAHNOMEN, Minn. (KVRR 8PM Update) — A 24-year-old man is dead after a stabbing last night outside King’s Corner Bar in Mahnomen. Life-saving efforts on scene were unsuccessful. The victim’s name has not been released. White Earth Police has identified a person of interest in the case as 23-year-old Dayami Clark from the Naytahwaush area. A monetary reward is being…

Man Dies by Apparent Suicide at Fryin’ Pan in Wahpeton

The Wahpeton Police Department says no other people were injured and there is no threat to the public.

WAHPETON, N.D. (KVRR) – Many questions still linger after a report from the Wahpeton Police Department regarding an incident at the Fryin’ Pan Family Restaurant early in the morning of December 14. WPD says that Richland County Dispatch received a 911 call at 1:30 A.M. on that day. When the Richland County Sheriff’s Office and WPD arrived at 1008 Dakota…

Red River SWAT Helps Arrest Fargo Man After Domestic Violence Incident

28-year-old Ethan Erickson refused to exit his residence, leading to the SWAT team being activated.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A Fargo man is in custody after a domestic violence incident at his residence in northwest Fargo, a few blocks from Madison-Unicorn Park. The Fargo Police Department says they responded to a report of domestic violence in the 2700 block of 10th Avenue North just after 1:00 A.M. on December 13. Once they assessed the situation,…

Dehydrator Fire Extinguished in Grand Forks

The Grand Forks Fire Department says they were able to put out the fire before it damaged the overall commercial structure.

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – The Grand Forks Fire Department says a potential commerical structure fire was contained before it caused any significant damage to the building. The fire broke out just before 1:00 P.M. on December 12 at 2250 Mill Road. When firefighters arrived at the scene, they saw heavy smoke in the processing area of the building. The…

Shed Destroyed by Fire in Douglas County

The cause of the fire is still under investigation; foul play is not suspected.

EVANSVILLE, MN (KVRR) – A homeowner’s storage shed is a complete loss following an early-morning fire in Douglas County. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office says dispatch received report of the fire just after 1:00 A.M. on December 13. Randy Bitzan, living on County Road 16 NW, said his storage shed was ablaze. The Millerville Fire Department responded to the scene,…

Deadly Cold Warning: Risks Indoors and Out

FARGO — The brutal cold this weekend is creating life-threatening conditions. And Essentia Health Care providers say they’ve already treated multiple cases of carbon monoxide poisoning already this season. They’ve also already seen their first case of frostbite come in for treatment. Doctors say carbon monoxide is especially insidious. Unlike frostbite, which first presents as pain and then shows unmistakable…

Spilling the Tea: Celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday

FARGO — She’s one of the most popular writers in the Western world. And at 250 years old, she’s still going strong today. That’s why the Fargo Public Library is inviting you to help celebrate Jane Austen’s birthday Saturday. She’s the writer often credited with helping to establish the modern novel. Her most beloved works, like “Pride and Prejudice, “Sense…

Aldevron to lay off 7 percent of workers, most of them in Fargo

FARGO (KVRR) – Fargo-based Aldevron is laying off 7 percent of the company’s workforce. Ellen Shafer, Senior Director of Communications, tells KVRR Local News that most of the layoffs will affect employees at the company’s headquarters. “Aldevron is making thoughtful adjustments to align with our strategic priorities and strengthen our ability to serve the evolving needs of the biotech industry….

North Dakota lawmakers weigh impact of free school meal proposal

Cost of program tough to predict, making it challenging for state to plan for potential ballot measure

Lynelle Johnson, director of child nutrition and food distribution for the Department of Public Instruction, speaks about the cost of a free school meals program during a committee hearing on Dec. 10, 2025. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — North Dakota legislators are preparing for the impact of a free school meals program that could…