RDO hosts Annual Caters Taters for Charity
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - RDO Caters Taters for Charity takes over a ballroom at Holiday Inn in Fargo for its annual potato luncheon fundraiser. People from around the metro came out for the anticipated baked…
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MN Dept. of Safety reminding you to drive sober as we head into the holidays
ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) - Minnesota Department of Safety is reminding people to drive sober as we head into the holidays. This also means there will be extra DWI patrols throughout the state. "Impaired is…
Biden pardons National Thanksgiving Turkeys from Minnesota while joking about his 81st birthday
WASHINGTON (AP) — Turkeys Liberty and Bell have new appreciation for the phrase, “Let freedom ring.” The Thanksgiving birds played their part Monday in annual White House tradition that this year coincided with President Joe Biden 's 81st birthday: a president issuing a pardon…
The Salvation Army gives out annual Thanksgiving food boxes
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - The Salvation Army steps up to give out Thanksgiving food boxes for those in need around the metro. Nearly 700 boxes were given out to people in need around the…
Sanford Health gives Nutrition tips for the Holiday Season
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - With the first feast of the holiday season this week, Sanford Health gives us tips and tricks for a fun and nutritious Thanksgiving. Planning your meals ahead of time is important…
Man Claims He Hit Deer, But He Actually Hit A Woman Walking Along Hwy 59 in Waubun
WAUBUN, Minn. (KVRR) -- A Grand Rapids, Minnesota man is jailed after hitting a woman walking along Highway 59 near Waubun last night and leaving the scene. Witnesses heard 27-year-old Rainey Midbo of Lengby screaming and saw a black SUV…
Biden set to 'pardon' two Thanksgiving turkeys from Minnesota
WASHINGTON (AP) — Liberty and Bell are ready for their presidential pardons. The two Thanksgiving turkeys were due at the White House on Monday to play their part in what has become an annual holiday tradition: a president sparing them…
Supreme Court declines to hear appeal of former cop convicted of killing George Floyd
WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court on Monday declined to consider the appeal of former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin's conviction for second-degree murder in the death of George Floyd. The justices did not comment in leaving in place state court…
Outdoor Rec Celebration Hosted today at Viking Ship Park
MOORHEAD, M.N. (KVRR)- It was perfect weather for an outdoor rec celebration at Viking Ship Park in Moorhead. Hosted by Midwest Outdoors, this event included a camp setup competition, a 5k, food and games. Local…
AAA Expects Record Highs in Travel this Thanksgiving
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - AAA Expects this year's Thanksgiving travel to be as busy as ever. AAA projects 55.4 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period The number of travelers will…
Salvation Army kicks off Annual Red Kettle Campaign
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - The campaign helps to fundraise for thousands of people in need within the Fargo Moorhead community. "The Fargo-Moorhead community has been extremely supportive of the salvation army. They've seen our work in the community, they have…
Number of area residents who identify as homeless jumps nearly 70%
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -There is an increase in demand for homeless shelters and services in the metro. The Fargo Moorhead area saw close to a 70% increase in people who identified as homeless in 2023…
MSUM celebrates 2023 Giving Day
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) - Minnesota State University Moorhead is celebrating their 2023 Giving Day with many programs and departments across the campus help bring in donations. "MSUM giving day is just a great day for…
MATBUS to have Narcan kits added to their vehicles
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - Soon, a life-saving resource will be placed on MATBUSES in partnership with Fargo Cass Public Health. That would be Narcan, a type of medication that reverses an opioid overdose. FCPH has…
Smoke From Massive Hay Pile Fire Near Lake Park May Smolder For Weeks
BECKER CO., Minn. (KVRR/KFGO) -- Becker County authorities say smoke from a massive hay pile fire may be ongoing for several weeks. It may cause visibility issues for drivers in the area. Fifteen fire departments responded Wednesday afternoon and used…
You're Closer to Owning a Home Then You Think
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - With interest rates dropping suddenly this month, people are closer to owning a home then they think. After some steep increases to interest rates throughout most of 2023 we are finally…
'Don’t give up': After fighting for life, Minnesota woman is on the road to recovery
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) - Natasha Best, a 25-year-old woman who has been through a lot in the past year and a half. Best was facing life-threatening injuries in 2022 after she was crushed by…
Mark Chesnutt Concert at Shooting Star Canceled Due To Health Issues
MAHNOMEN, Minn. (KVRR) -- Shooting Star Casino has announced that the Mark Chesnutt concert scheduled for January 12 has been canceled due to health issues. All tickets will be refunded. In a social media post, Chesnutt aluded to "struggling with…
A man arrested over death of a hockey player whose neck was cut with skate blade is released on bail
LONDON (AP) — A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in the death of American hockey player Adam Johnson, whose neck was cut by a skate during a game, was released on bail Wednesday. Johnson, 29, was playing for the Nottingham…
Driver of car stolen in Moorhead flees Minnesota State Patrol, deputies, police
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR-KFGO) - The driver of a car stolen from a south Moorhead convenience store managed to get away on three tires after stop sticks were used on I-94. Clay County Sheriff Mark Empting says the car was taken…
Over 500 women raise support help those facing homelessness
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- As we head into the cold, winter months, the importance of helping those facing homelessness becomes more and more crucial. That's why over 500 women along with the United Way…
Chuck E. Cheese Getting A Renovation and Its Animatronic Band Is Going Away
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/CNN) -- Chuck E. Cheese is getting rid of its iconic animatronic band at all of its locations except for one. 'Munch's Make Believe Band' will continue performing daily at the Chuck E. Cheese's fun center in Northridge,…
It wasn't a meteorite in Beltrami County, so what was it?
MOORHEAD, Minn., (KVRR) - On a quiet evening in Bemidji, people were settling in for the night. But that all changed with a bright flash and an explosion that rocked the county. Beltrami County says…
"Reimagine Romkey" project receives $5 million to build new city pool
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) -- The City of Moorhead is getting a new public swimming pool and Romkey Park is getting a makeover. The Department of the Interior-National Park Service has awarded $5 million to the project. It's being made possible…
Moorhead Photographer Sentenced for Luring A Minor by Computer
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -- The Moorhead man who crashed into pedestrian bridge pillars along I-94 in Fargo last December while being wanted for luring a minor, is sentenced in court. On Monday, 52-year-old Robby Njos entered an Alford plea to…
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