HORACE, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s that time of year, again; fireworks can now be legally sold to North Dakotans. Those planning to buy must be at least 12-years-old and fireworks can only be sold to North Dakotans between today and July 5. “It’s been a busy offseason but we’re gearing up. Everybody is so excited for the Fourth. You…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) – Detroit Lakes is preparing for a busy Fourth of July weekend as thousands of people will make their way to the lakes area. “We always love the 4th of July,” said Carrie Johnston, the president of the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce. “Summer in Detroit Lakes is what people kind of live for. That’s…
JoJo’s FacebookWEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Another restaurant has abruptly closed in the metro. JoJo’s announcing on Facebook Monday that they had closed permanently. The casual Italian dining restaurant operators say they made the decision with a “heavy heart”. They say you can direct any questions to info@eculinaryinc.com. The restaurant first opened at 915 19th Avenue East in 2021. A…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) – The Becker County Museum welcomed a new exhibit this month. They added a new collection that honors the legacy of longtime Minnesota congressman, Collin Peterson. The collection was a collaboration between Peterson and the county’s museum. Which coincided with their new facility being built in Detroit Lakes, Minn. “When are you ready for his artifacts,…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) — Move over lemonade stands, someone was running a lefse stand in Detroit Lakes. A grandma and her grandchildren were selling the delicious Norwegian specialty on the side of the street off of Summit Avenue. They are raising money for a friend to go on a mission trip. Kathy Johnston says this means a lot to…
PALESTINE, Ill. (KVRR) — Farm Rescue marks a major milestone. The organization has completed its one-thousandth assistance case. Volunteers harvested a winter wheat crop at the farm of Brad Pifer in Palestine, Illinois. The farmstead, including buildings, grain storage and equipment, was destroyed by a tornado this spring. Farm Rescue was founded in 2005 by North Dakota native Bill Gross….
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)– Fireworks have always been a fun and festive way for families and friends to celebrate the biggest holiday of the summer. But, it’s important to use fireworks properly to avoid injuries. “We most frequently see injuries to the hands; I have seen some pretty bad injuries to the eyes as well. So, you want to be careful,…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Minnesota cannabis retailers will soon charge a ten percent cannabis tax. It begins July 1st and currently only edible cannabinoid products and nonintoxicating topical products are legal to sell. The state sales tax at just under seven percent and any local sales taxes will also apply to cannabis. Vendors are letting people know about the tax…
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – A man is arrested in Grand Forks for allegedly stabbing another man. Police responded to 515 North 8th Street shortly after 5:00 this evening for someone who had been stabbed and the suspect fled. Forty-eight-year-old Eldrey Lane was arrested a couple of blocks away for Aggravated Assault. The victim was taken to Altru Hospital and…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota’s Caring Foundation is partnering with Boys & Girls Club of the Red River Valley. The new partnership is set to combat the youth mental health crisis through trauma-informed approaches to behavioral health care. Ten-million dollars will be invested in these programs by 2026. To confront the ongoing youth mental health…
