Farm in the Dell Puts on Sixth Annual Spring "Friendraiser"
FARGO, N.D. -- Some board members from Farm in the Dell of the Red River Valley say it's not always easy for a person with a disability to get employed. "There's so much…
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UPDATE: White Bear Lake Missing Man Found Safe
UPDATE: The White Bear Lake Police Department has cancelled the missing person report. Roberto Marquez has been located safe in Oakdale. PREVIOUS STORY: WHITE BEAR LAKE, Minn. -- The White Bear Lake Police Department wants your help finding a missing man.…
Rocori School District hires Interim Superintendent
COLD SPRING, Minn. - The Rocori school district hires an Interim Superintendent replaces a man once considered for Moorhead Superintendent. The Central Minnesota District has approved Doctor John Thein's at–will contract. He replaces Scott Staska who's on administrative leave after being arrested…
Pawlenty holds 1st public appearance since launching campaign
EAGAN, Minn. - Tim Pawlenty is speaking publicly for the first time since announcing his campaign for governor. The Republican discussed how he feels he has the experience to solve problems…
Minnesota Lawmakers Hold Town Hall Meeting
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Democratic Minnesota lawmakers held a town hall meeting to take questions from the community and update them on the legislative session. State Senator Kent Eken, along with Representatives…
Businesses Around Metro Now Offering Breastfeeding Rooms
FARGO, N.D. -- When a new mother returns to work from maternity leave, she'll likely have a place of her own to breastfeed. It's all part of an initiative by Fargo Cass…
Bringing Opiate Education to the Moorhead Community
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Christ the King Lutheran Church and the Moorhead Police Department have partnered up to bring opiate education to the community. They hosted a seminar for people to learn more about the epidemic affecting millions across the…
Investigators say IT official knew MNLARS issues & didn't act
ST. PAUL, Minn. - An outside investigator has found the information technology official overseeing Minnesota's troubled vehicle licensing system had been aware of numerous issues, but failed to address them. A law firm's investigation finds Paul Meekin didn't fulfill expectations…
Fargo Cass Public Health Offers "Stepping On" Classes
FARGO, N.D. -- As we age, injuring ourselves tends to have more severe outcomes. Fargo Cass Public Health is trying to help those 60 and older prevent themselves from getting those injuries in their "Stepping On" classes. People in the…
Third Driver Sentenced To Jail For School Bus Stop Arm Violation
NORMAN COUNTY, Minn. -- A third driver has been given jail time for going around a school bus with its red lights activated and stop arm extended in Norman County. The driver of a semi was the latest to be…
Periwinkle Marketplace Owner Works On Rebuilding After Devastating Fire
OTTER TAIL, Minn. -- The owner plans to rebuild Periwinkle Marketplace in Ottertail, Minnesota. The popular lakes area store on Highway 78 was destroyed by fire in February. Stephanie Ellingson says design plans for the new building on the existing…
Nearly 30 People Arrested After Massive Drug Investigation
HUBBARD COUNTY, Minn. -- A massive drug investigation in Hubbard County has resulted in nearly 30 arrests. The two most serious arrests were Lance and Jacqueline Schoeberl for 1st Degree Controlled Substance Sales. Two dozen others faced lower level charges.…
Tim Pawlenty joins the campaign for MN Governor
EAGAN, Minn. - Former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty is running for his old job. In an announcement video on his campaign website, Pawlenty said he's the right man to become the state's top executive. "I have the strength and…
LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Barrett
He couldn't be a less grumpy old man if he tried, aside from his age. Barrett, a 12-year-old chihuahua-pomeranian cross, visited the KVRR Morning Show studios with Heather Klefstad of Homeward Animal Shelter…
Senator Tina Smith Encourages Skills-Based Learning in Minnesota
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Joined by farmers and community members, Senator Tina Smith listened to perspectives on national issues that might affect the lives of Minnesotans. "Well trade is…
High Risk Sex Offender Moves From Fargo to Moorhead
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- A high risk sex offender is moving from Fargo to Moorhead. Police say 31-year-old Daniel Grinder is now living in the 700 block of 12th Street North. Grinder was convicted of Gross Sexual Imposition in 2007 for…
Woman At Senior Living May Have Been Dead For Days Before Being Noticed
EAGAN, Minn. -- Operators of a senior living community in Eagan are being accused of neglecting to check on a woman who had likely been dead for days. 92-year-old June Thompson lived at the Commons on Marice Senior Living Community…
New Judges Appointed By Governor Mark Dayton For 7th Judicial District
ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Minnesota's 7th Judicial District has four new judges. Governor Mark Dayton has appointed Moorhead attorney Amber Gustafson and Becker County Attorney Tammy Merkins. They'll fill the Clay County judgeship vacancies left by the retirements of Steven…
Officers Cleared In Shootings
CLAY COUNTY, MN -- The Clay County Attorney's Office released reviews regarding two officer involved shootings. The reviews were completed by the Ottertail County Attorney at the request of Clay County. In both cases the officers used deadly force against…
LIVE: Move More Month
In spite of the spectacularly crummy weather, there's one sure-fire way to inspire yourself to get out and get some fresh air and exercise this spring. The American Heart Association is encouraging all…
Multiple Crews Respond to House Fire in Moorhead
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Multiple crews responded to a fire this evening at a house in Moorhead at 911 18th Street North. Crews were called to the scene shortly before 6 p.m. When they…
F-M Area Mayors Vow to Improve Pay Equity Issues in the Metro
FARGO, N.D. --- April 10, 2018 is recognized as National Pay Equity Day, but in the Fargo-Moorhead area it's now being changed to Equal Pay Day. Mayors Del Rae Williams, Chad Olson and Tim Mahoney signed off on the change…
Crews Respond To A House Fire In Moorhead
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Multiple crews were called out around 5:40 to 911 18th Street North in Moorhead. You could see smoke coming from the house with a number of fire trucks on scene. No injuries were reported. No word yet…
Names Released In Crash That Left A Woman On The Pavement Of I-94
FARGO, N.D. -- North Dakota Highway Patrol has released the names of those involved in a crash on I-94 Monday near 45th Street South. They say 25-year-old Danielle Pitzen of Moorhead lost control of her Jeep, was hit and she…
All-Star Butler "This Close" to Return for Timberwolves
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Jimmy Butler is nearing a return to action, with four critical games to go for the team in the regular season. Butler told reporters after practice on Tuesday that…
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