North Dakota News

Dairy Queen raises money for hospitals during Miracle Treat Day

Dairy Queen sells blizzards and will donate some proceeds to Sanford Children's

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Seventeen-year -old Tyler Amundson was whipping up blizzards at Dairy off prosperity road earlier this afternoon in honor of Miracle Treat Day. The nationally held fundraiser partners the ice cream chain with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals with proceeds going to those hospitals. One dollar from every Blizzard sold locally will benefit Sanford Children’s Hospital. Tyler says…

Finding a great Halloween costume for the right price

Gompf Displays and Spirit Halloween in Fargo are ready for last minute shoppers

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — While most prepare early for Halloween, it’s easy to forget to grab a new costume and get stuck with the same thing as last year. If you’re one of those last minute shoppers then you’re in luck. “We’re really excited for this year, the foot traffic’s been great. Last year was really slow and it’s really…

Fargo Police report sex offender living at Motel 6

Dustin Frederickson is now living at 1202 36th Street South in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) —  The Fargo Police Department says a high risk sex offender is now living at Motel 6 at 1202 36th Street South. Thirty-three-year-old Dustin Fredrickson was convicted of Solicitation of a Minor in Cass County District Court in October 2019 and Criminal Sexual Conduct of the 4th degree in Clay County District Court in April  2015. His…

Minot lawmaker barred from flight after run-in with TSA

Jeff HoversonMINOT, N.D. – A North Dakota lawmaker was barred from boarding a flight at Minot International Airport this week following a run-in with airport security. Rep. Jeff Hoverson and his wife were planning to travel Monday for their anniversary. Hoverson says a Transportation Security Administration agent said he was going to give him a pat down but did not…

Search warrants in T. Denny Sanford investigation will be unsealed

T. Denny SanfordPIERRE, S.D. – Search warrants will be unsealed in an investigation into billionaire banker-turned philanthropist T. Denny Sanford for possible possession of child pornography, the South Dakota Supreme Court ruled. The unanimous ruling, dated Wednesday and announced Thursday, upheld a lower court ruling that said state law prohibits courts from sealing search warrants and the corresponding lists of…

North Dakota college presidents to decide on Biden vaccine mandate

FARGO, N.D. – The North Dakota Board of Higher Education says university presidents and system leaders should have the flexibility to decide what to do about President Joe Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The board voted Thursday to support the idea after a 90-minute discussion that included pleas from presidents of the University of North Dakota and North Dakota State University….

Getting (Witch) Crafty: Making a Spooky Spellbook II

Will this handmade DIY decor project turn out a treat? Or is it too tricky for us?

The witching hour is almost upon us, and that means it’s time to finish up our spooky spellbook upcycling project to see if it’s worth all the trouble. The magic spell calls for an old textbook, some plastic toys and a touch of paint. Subtract any real painting talent or expertise, and add a dash of enthusiasm… and you get…

Update: Attorney says Glasser customers can download photos at no cost

FARGO (KVRR) – An attorney who represents a Bismarck-based photography service that abruptly closed says couples will eventually be able to obtain their wedding photos free of charge. “We are pleased to announce the arrangement will allow couples to see online and download their photographs at NO COST for one year,” according to a statement from Fargo attorney Tim O’Keeffe….

North Dakota lawmakers to resume talks on spending coronavirus relief

BISMARCK, N.D. – House and Senate budget writers in the North Dakota Legislature have adjourned after failing to reconcile differences on how some federal coronavirus should be spent. Republican-led House and Senate appropriations committees agreed largely initiatives that include infrastructure improves to childcare programs. But the Senate’s proposal for a $25 million upgrade to a building at Minot State University…

Allegiant Flights Out of Grand Forks Canceled For December

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — Some Allegiant customers who had flights booked out of Grand Forks in December have been told they have been canceled. A spokesperson for the Las Vegas-based airline says they studied demand at Grand Forks International and decided to implement a seasonal hiatus for the month. The airline constantly adjusts its schedule due to holidays, school…