Making a Splash at the Red River Zoo
FARGO, N.D. -- A fundraiser at the zoo makes a big splash. The Red River Zoo in Fargo recruited volunteers to take the plunge in the dunk tank. KVRR's own Molly Fontaine who works behind the scenes even got in…
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Biotech Company Breaks Ground on 14-Acre Expansion in Fargo
FARGO, N.D. -- Biotech company Aldevron breaks ground on a 14–acre expansion right here in Fargo. It will include three buildings next to its headquarters in south Fargo. Aldevron's co–founders, Michael Chambers and John Ballantyne,…
Minnesota Farmers Union President Not Happy With Ongoing Trade War
ST. PAUL, Minn. -- White House trade adviser Peter Navarro says President Donald Trump "has the backs of farmers." He made that comment Sunday on CNN's "State of the Union". He says "a lot" of the money the U.S. is…
LIVE: Barnesville's Potato Days on National Potato Day
It's National Potato Day this Monday, and we couldn't be more chipper about the whole event, because potatoes are something most people in this region get pretty steamed up about. That's especially…
Vendors Celebrate Final Day of Food Truck Festival with "Makin' Bacon" Challenge
FARGO, N.D. -- The Fargo Food Truck Festival is closing its doors on a high note. Its founder says this is their most successful year yet. More than 9,000 people have come out to…
Fargo Food Truck Community to Remember Jay Halvorson September 17
FARGO, N.D. -- A man considered by many to be a leader in Fargo's food truck scene was killed in June. Now his food truck family is coming together to remember him. Jason "Jay" Halvorson was shot in downtown Fargo…
Where's the meat? Fargo-Moorhead reacts to meatless burger
FARGO N.D - It's not beef, pork or turkey but a plant patty Burger King is dishing out to customers across the country with its Impossible Whopper. And while people may be taking a…
Sen. Hoeven's State of Technology Conference Stresses Agriculture and Technology Intersection
FARGO, N.D. -- Tech companies from agriculture, cyber security, elderly care backgrounds and more are sharing their work at Sen. John Hoeven's 2019 State of Technology Conference. The event stresses the importance of converging agriculture…
U.S. Farm Industry Drowning in Debt
UNITED STATES - Government numbers show just how much farmers are struggling. USDA information shows the U.S. agriculture industry is more than $426 billion in debt. The average farm was $1.3 million in debt in 2017 according to Nebraska Farm…
New Affordable Housing Facility in West Fargo Opens Its Doors
WEST FARGO, N.D. -- After two years of planning and building, a new affordable housing facility opens its doors across from Menards and Marshalls in West Fargo. But this apartment building is more than…
Katina Tropical Food Brings African-European Cuisine to Fargo
FARGO, N.D. -- A recently opened restaurant is bringing African–European cuisine to Fargo. Neli Oma, owner of Katina Tropical Food, says he grew up in the kitchen. His mother was a chef in…
Sen. Tina Smith Creates Rural Economic Working Group
EAST GRAND FORKS, Minn. -- Taking innovative ideas from rural communities in Minnesota and incorporating them at the federal level. Senator Tina Smith says that's what can really help some change places across the…
Prairie Roots Co-Op Starts Member-Owner Loan Campaign to Raise $250,000
FARGO, N.D. -- Prairie Roots Co–Op is asking its members to pitch in because the grocery store has been struggling financially. An email went out to members last night reading in part,"the financial and…
HUD Secretary Ben Carson Tours Housing Facility in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, N.D. -- Sometimes, life throws you one curve ball after another. “I worked at Canad Inns for eight and a half years, then my wife passed away and I kind of lost…
Sen. Hoeven Hosts Roundtable Discussion Around Market Facilitation Program Payments
FARGO, N.D. -- With tariffs, trade negotiations and low commodity prices, farmers are still struggling. The USDA is providing eligible farmers nationwide with $14.5 billion in Market Facilitation Program payments. But North Dakota producers have a…
Fargo Driver's License Office is Undergoing Renovation
FARGO, N.D. -- If you have to take a written driver's license test, it won't be at the Fargo Driver's License Office. They're temporarily moving all knowledge driver's license testing to the North Dakota State College of Science building. That's…
Blue Laws in North Dakota Are History
FARGO, N.D. -- North Dakota's law banning Sunday shopping from midnight to noon is now history. Whatever it is you're in the market for, you can now shop for it on Sunday mornings in North…
ND Businesses Excited To Open Early on Sunday
FARGO N.D - Some retailers are going to be opening up earlier starting on Sunday. It's because the state's Blue Law not allowing businesses to be open from midnight to noon has been repealed.…
LIVE: Moving Tips For Families with Kids
Whether you've outgrown your old home as your family has expanded, you're sending your college freshman off to the dorms in a couple of weeks, or you're packing up Grandma and settling her in…
Trying Out New Foods at "Taste of West Fargo"
WEST FARGO N.D -- With the smell of food in the air and smiling faces from seat to shining seat, people are chowing down on some food. They're also getting the chance to…
No More Blue Laws in North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. -- Come Sunday, shoppers in North Dakota will be able to get an earlier start. The law which reverses regulations that close most retailers from midnight to noon on Sundays takes effect. Gov. Burgum signed the "Blue Law"…
Farmers Gather at Red River Valley Fairgrounds for Auction
WEST FARGO, N.D. -- If you've been in the market for new farming equipment, you're in luck. AgIron is back in town. "We have three a year and July, this is our biggest one," said…
Bremer Bank Donates 500 Backpacks to United Way's School Supply Drive
FARGO, N.D. -- Bremer Bank donates 500 backpacks to United Way of Cass–Clay's School Supply Drive. The bank is giving back as part of its 75th anniversary. The bank has donated 5,500 backpacks overall to…
Metro Pays Homage to Pets at Creatively Uncorked
WEST FARGO, N.D. -- It's the perfect opportunity to tap into your creative side while also paying homage to one of the most–beloved members of the family. Creatively Uncorked in West Fargo hosts "Paint Your Pet" one Sunday a…
LIVE: Coffee with the Camels
Did you ever wish you could have breakfast with a buffalo? How about coffee with a camel? Take in a meal with a takin? Starting soon, it could be a real possibility with a new…
Learn to Become a Ninja at New Fargo Business
FARGO, N.D. -- Four Star Ninja Academy is officially open, but the mission of this gym isn't like many others in Fargo. "We started designing this to bring a new way to do fitness…
Scheels to Host 16th Annual Hunting Expo
FARGO, N.D. -- Scheels has been preparing for its 16th annual Hunting Expo for nearly a year, and it's finally right around the corner. This year's event includes classics like the dog-jumping competition, as…
Gov. Burgum Announces Emerging Digital Academy at TEDxFargo
FARGO, N.D. -- Gov. Doug Burgum made a big announcement at TEDxFargo. It's designed to help get people ready for today's workforce. Burgum says $200,000 of federal funding will go towards starting Emerging…
West Fargo Fire Dept. Receives 57 Jet-Style Helmets
WEST FARGO, N.D. -- Gate City Bank donates 57 state–of–the–art, jet–style helmets to the West Fargo Fire Department. The helmets are the first of their kind to be used by firefighters in North Dakota. Each…
LIVE: Behind the Scenes at the Fargo Airsho
The countdown to one of Fargo's most eagerly-anticipated events is on, and rain or shine, the show will go on. Organizers are working right now to make ready the airfield for the…
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