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Casselton fire chief explains similarities in North Dakota, Ohio derailments

Casselton officials speak out about the train derailment in Ohio almost 10 years after a similar situation in North Dakota.

February 15, 2023

Site Staff,

CASSELTON, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s nearly a decade after a broken axle in a train full of crude oil led to a derailment causing heavy fires in the tracks in Casselton. The East Palestine, Ohio community faces a similar situation, as observers question how environmental hazards will affect the town’s plumbing with chemicals spilling into the Ohio River. “If there…

N.D. House Passes Bill to Ban Approval or Ranked Choice Voting

Fargo Is Only City In State With Approval Voting

February 15, 2023

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — A bill to ban approval or choice ranked voting in North Dakota has passed the house by a vote of 74-19. An amendment to grandfather in Fargo’s approval voting system failed. Fargo is the only city in the state with the voting method after an initiated measure gained overwhelming support. Republican State Representative Ben Koppelman, the…

60+ MPH winds & blowing snow caused nightmare conditions on the roads

February 15, 2023

KVRR Staff,

MINNESOTA & NORTH DAKOTA (KVRR) — Drivers dealt with a mess Tuesday night as high winds and blowing snow made traveling a nightmare. Hundreds of motorists were stranded on the highway waiting for snowplows and tow trucks to come and assist them. “It’s just a number of stranded motorists along the freeway in particular. There were others such as highway…

Ben Folds To Perform at Fargo Brewing This Summer

February 15, 2023

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Remember Ben Folds Five from the 90s? The lead singer is now on tour on his own and coming to Fargo Brewing. Ben Folds and his “What Matters Most Tour” will hit the outdoors stage, rain or shine, on Saturday July 1. General admission tickets are $40.50 and $96 with reserved seating tickets at $86. You…

Military Exchange Strengthened Between Minnesota and Norway During Walz Visit

February 15, 2023

TJ Nelson,

TRONDHEIM, NORWAY (KVRR) — The long-standing partnership between Minnesota and Norway’s militaries is being expanded. Gov. Tim Walz participated in an official “State Partnership Program” signing ceremony in Trondheim, Norway. He’s also celebrating the 50th anniversary of the “Norwegian Reciprocal Troop Exchange”, the longest-running military exchange partnership between any two nations. Walz met with members of the Minnesota National Guard…

Minnesota Statewide Alert for 58-year-old Ralph Apmann, Convicted of Murder

February 15, 2023

KVRR Staff,

ST. PAUL (KVRR/KFGO) — There’s a statewide alert in Minnesota for 58-year-old Ralph Apmann. He has now been convicted of second-degree murder despite not having shown up for his trial. A Cottonwood County jury reached its guilty verdict Tuesday. Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Windom Police continue to search for Apmann. He’s believed to be armed with a handgun…

ND Highway Patrol Vehicle Hit While I-29 Was Closed North of Fargo

February 15, 2023

TJ Nelson,

GARDNER, N.D. (KVRR) — A North Dakota Highway Patrol vehicle is hit on I-29, while the interstate was still closed. It happened in the noon hour near Gardner, North Dakota, north of Fargo. The trooper was parked with lights flashing while DOT crews worked to remove stranded vehicles. Two vehicles approached going about 75 miles per hour. While one braked…

Jamestown Teacher Charged With Drug Crimes, Placed on Leave

February 15, 2023

KVRR Staff,

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — A Jamestown teacher and assistant volleyball coach is now charged with a felony, eight misdemeanors, and a criminal infraction following a police search of her home. Stutsman County State’s Attorney has charged 45-year-old Amy Tarno with meth possession with intent to deliver, possession of marijuana, methadone and hydrocodone, LSD and drug paraphernalia. According to the complaint,…

Boys Hockey: Moorhead Spuds Shutout Roseau 3-0

Moorhead earned the 3-0 win over the Rams

February 14, 2023

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD– The Moorhead Spuds took care of business to defeat the Roseau Rams 3-0 Tuesday in Moorhead. Categories: High School, Minnesota News, Moorhead, Top Sports Headlines Tags: Moorhead Spuds, Moorhead Spuds Hockey

UPDATE: All Major Roads Are Reopened After Blizzard

February 14, 2023

Site Staff,

NORTH DAKOTA & MINNESOTA (KVRR/KFGO) — Blizzard conditions stranded dozens of drivers and forced officials to close several roads, including all of I-29 in North Dakota, Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Just after 8:00 p.m. Tuesday I-94 was closed eastbound from Jamestown, N.D. to Fergus Falls, Minnesota, and westbound from Fergus Falls to Valley City, N.D. It re-opened in North…