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Fargo Man Arrested for Threatening Senator Heitkamp

Kevin Olson will appear in court today after authorities say he sent threatening emails to Senator Heidi Heitkamp

January 10, 2017

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Red River Valley SWAT working with U.S. Capitol Police say they arrested a Fargo man for threatening to shoot Senator Heidi Heitkamp in the head. Fargo Police Chief Dave Todd says Kevin Olson used his email to send the threats. They say Olson admitted to sending the emails but would not speak to them after that. A spokesperson for Senator…

West Fargo Plans for a Safer Intersection

The project costing over $6.5 million would add two left turn lanes in every direction at the intersection

January 9, 2017

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West Fargo city leaders say it’s time to expand an accident prone intersection, but that also means another season of construction starting this spring. If you’ve driven on 13th Avenue East and 9th Street East during rush hours, you know the frustration drivers face. “There are 20,000 cars that go through that intersection and during peak hours in the AM…

Second Annual Frostival to be Held January 27th and 28th

The Fargo-Moorhead Area Will Be Holding Its 2nd Annual Frostival

January 9, 2017

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While the cold winter months can be brutal, there are some parts of the cold that can be enjoyable. Lucky for us, the F–M convention and visitors bureau has put together a weekend to celebrate it all. The 2nd annual Frostival will be held January 27th and 28th. The event is open to the public and is held all around…

Fargo Activist Lewis Lubka Passes Away at Age 90

Lewis Lubka Was Known For Fighting For The Rights Of His Beloved City And Minority Rights

January 9, 2017

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Well-known Fargo activist Lewis Lubka has passed away at age 90 after fighting Alzheimer’s disease. Advocating equality for African Americans and Native Americans is something that he frequently spoke on. As an active member of the Red River Freethinkers, he was also involved in the battle against the City of Fargo over the Ten Commandments monument outside of city hall. “He…

City of Dilworth Honors Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

January 9th Will Now Officially Be Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in Minnesota

January 9, 2017

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This day is called law enforcement appreciation day, or L.E.A.D. Due to the recent negativity towards police officers around the country, January 9th has been dedicated to supporting those in uniform. Minnesota Governor Dayton said it’s a day to recognize the service and sacrifice of those brave men and women, and their families. Dilworth Mayor Chad Olson is also showing his…

Fargo Police Departments Says Watch Out for Counterfeit Cash

Counterfeit money may be circulating in Fargo

January 9, 2017

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The Fargo Police Department is reminding people to take an extra look at their dollar bills. Casey Talbert, 22, of Fargo was arrested for passing off movie prop bills as real money last week. Police say Talbert was taking cash from people trying to rent an apartment and told them he would conduct a background check. He would then return…

ND National Guard Soldiers Head to Afghanistan

Gov. Doug Burgum says the dedicated soldiers are a source of pride to our nation

January 9, 2017

TJ Nelson,

About 60 North Dakota Army National Guard soldiers have departed for a yearlong mission in Afghanistan. A sendoff ceremony was held at the Raymond Bohn Armory in Bismarck on Sunday. The soldiers serve with the 136th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion based in Devils Lake. They are deploying with soldiers from 28 communities across North Dakota, Minnesota and Kentucky. North Dakota…

Fargo Police Search for Suspect in Sunday Morning Stabbing

Police say the man stabbed the woman in the leg and then took off running

January 9, 2017

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Police are asking the public for information after they say a man stabbed a woman in the leg then ran away. On Sunday around 1:00 am, a 32-year-old woman was driving on Main Avenue when she offered a Native American man a ride. He is believed to be between 40 to 50 years old. Police say the man began acting strange…

West Fargo City Leaders Consider Changes to Accident-Prone Intersection

They say by expanding the intersection drivers will have additional turn lanes and it would reduce congestion

January 9, 2017

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West Fargo city leaders say it’s time to expand an accident prone intersection. If you’ve driven on the intersection of 13th Avenue East and 9th Street East you know the frustrations of rush hour. KVRR went to a meeting where community members are invited to share their concerns about a proposed project. The city of West Fargo says that intersection is one…

What do You Think of President-Elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet Nominees?

Senator Heidi Heitkamp says hearing from voters will help senators as they go through the confirmation process

January 9, 2017

TJ Nelson,

Senator Heitkamp wants to hear your thoughts on President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees. The senator has launched an online portal on her website that will allow people to leave their comments and questions. Heitkamp says the feedback will be important as senators go through the confirmation process. Trump has nominated nearly 20 people to head executive departments, and dozens of…