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Armstrong
Business, Local News, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

Gov. Armstrong Talks North Dakota Economy, Possible Efficiency Moves

The governor believes the state has the ability to adjust to America's shifting needs, and also feels he can cut back on some committees at the state level.
Gabriel Ostler,

BISMARCK, N.D. – The second and final day of the Chamber at the Capitol event featured a meeting with Governor Kelly Armstrong, who discussed why it’s so important to have face-to-face meetings with business leaders. “Because government doesn’t create a single job. Government doesn’t create economic growth,” he explained. “These guys do.” He also addressed the repeated elephant in the…

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Local News

Amazon To Build Distribution Center In Duluth

County records show the two large parcels of land purchased by Amazon are at the Atlas Industrial Park, between Morgan Park and Gary-New Duluth, along Commonwealth Avenue
KVRR Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS/KVRR) — Big development news out of Duluth.  Amazon is building a distribution center in the city. Location of Amazon site County records show the two large parcels of land purchased by Amazon are at the Atlas Industrial Park, between Morgan Park and Gary-New Duluth, along Commonwealth Avenue. Amazon will join Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank, which…

Enchantasys
Business, Local News, North Dakota News

Owner believes new Fargo city ordinance does not apply to Enchantasys

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FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The owner of Enchantasys says a new Fargo zoning ordinance does not apply to its two stores as they currently operate. Kim Johnson Patterson says she received clarification the city recognizes Enchantasys as a retail business instead of an adult establishment. The ordinance would have forced Enchantasys to move their locations away from churches and schools….

Spitfire
Business, Local News, Minnesota News

Spitfire closes Detroit Lakes restaurant

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Courtesy: SpitfireDETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KVRR) – The Spitfire restaurant in Detroit Lakes says on Facebook it’s closing because “we haven’t been able to hire enough people to provide a level of service and quality that meets Spitfire’s standards.” The business says it will fulfill all catering events on its schedule. “We have enjoyed the years we’ve spent in Detroit Lakes…

Moorhead Library
Business, Community, Entertainment, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead

Moorhead looks for ideas on new library & community center

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MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Moorhead City Council approves a future ballot question asking people about a city sales tax to fund a new regional library and community center. They hosted a gathering at the Hjemkomst Center to bounce ideas off each other. Some of the amenities that might be inside the new community center include an indoor playground and a…

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Local News, North Dakota News

Fargo Commissioners Vote 5-0 To Divest From Russia Dealings

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo is taking a stand against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by divesting in businesses the city has a contractual relationship with. The resolution to show support for Ukraine was introduced by Commissioner Arlette Preston, who is a candidate for mayor. She says she personally knows people who have family in harms way in Ukraine and that…

Nosh Web
Business, Local News, North Dakota News

Nosh Kitchen will close downtown Fargo shop

The store will stay open until March 31.
Alison Voorhees,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A downtown business announces it will soon close. Nosh Kitchen opened in early December in the former Twist location. The shop sells baked goods and take & bake meals. In a post to Facebook, owners of Nosh say the last day of business will be March 31st. They plan is to return to being an at-home…