Entertainment

Album Release, Book Signing Combine for Unique Event

The Kamikaze Snowmen are putting out their seventh studio album, while local high school teacher Chuck Lang is hitting shelves for the very first time as a novelist.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Paradox owner Rich Early admitted it was a bit of an interesting gambit, asking local band the Kamikaze Snowmen and newly published author Chuck Lang to participate in a joint album release slash novel debut event; but, judging by the crowd that showed up at the shop on Main Avenue to support their area creatives, it…

Red River Valley Boat & Marine Products Show Returns for 34th Iteration

The three-day extravaganza brings those looking forward to warmer months to the Fargodome to possibly make key purchases.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Even though few people are considering outdoor activities with the temperatures this low – thousands still flocked to the Fargodome this weekend to prepare for boating season in the warmer months. The 34th annual Red River Valley Boat & Marine Products Show took place from January 23 to 25. Roughly 30 different boat sales groups set…

Winter Classic Brings Soccer Action to Fargo-Moorhead

The tournament has been hosted by Tri-City United for many years, but they say adding the Fargo Parks Sports Center as one of the venues has really improved the experience.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Yet another athletic spectacle took over three venues in the Fargo-Moorhead area this weekend. The Winter Classic soccer tournament, hosted by Tri-City united, brought in 197 teams with 2500 players from the Dakotas and Minnesota. They played fast-paced 5-on-5 games from Friday to Sunday on TCU’s home turf, the Rustad Recreation Center, and the Fargo Parks…

Busking to Beat High Ticket Prices

FARGO — A lot of us are frustrated at the high cost of ticket prices for things like pro ball games and concerts. One Fargo-based performer’s found a way to beat the system — and now, he’s getting his very own show. Brandon Thompson goes by “BNickle,” and goes around the country busking for tickets. So far he’s scored tickets…

Meet the man behind the quirky Andes Tower Hills TV ads

Anderson says he and the Hills staff shoot primarily from the hip, coming up with most of their ad / video ideas a few minutes before they begin filming.

KENSINGTON, MN (KVRR) – When his family founded Andes Tower Hills back in 1980, Tom Anderson had no idea it would last this long or grow this large – let alone that he would become something of a local celebrity. “My dad, Paul, and my uncle, Vern, they wanted to have a ski hill for the community because they liked…

Youth Ice Fishing Derby Returns to South Woodhaven Pond

The event is sponsored by FM Walleyes, who drill the holes, and Scheels, who provide bait free of charge.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Young anglers braved the cold on Saturday to participate in one of the region’s favorite winter traditions. The Fargo Park District hosted their annual Youth Ice Fishing Derby on Woodhaven Pond. It grows in popularity every year, with organizers estimating about 250 children signed up this time around. The wind was biting, but so were the…

Concert Series: 38 Special to return to Shooting Star Casino in April

MAHNOMEN, Minn. (KVRR) — Southern rock legends are returning to Shooting Star Casino. 38 Special will put on a concert on Friday, April 17. The band is celebrating 50 years of performing as they enter their sixth decade. Fans can expect to hear classics like “Hold On Loosely,” “Caught Up In You,” and “Second Chance.” Tickets go on sale Monday…

Concert Series: David Lee Roth is hitting the road and heading to Moorhead in June

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Rock and roll icon David Lee Roth is heading to Moorhead this summer. The former frontman of Van Halen will sing all the hits like “Jump” and “Panama” along with solo hits like “Just A Gigolo” at Bluestem Amphitheater. You can catch the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member on Wednesday, June 17. Ticket prices…

“Log the Sauna” Returns to Drekker for Entire Month of January

The Scandinavian sauna experience was so popular last year they decided to add more dates this time around.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Those looking for an authentic Scandinavian sauna experience now have the entire month of January to get sweaty. Last year, Folkways brought their wood-fired barrel sauna to Drekker for one weekend in February. This time around, due to popular demand, the sauna will be at the taproom for the entire month. Groups of up to six…