MOORHEAD, Minn. — Sometimes it doesn’t take a lot to forge an unbreakable bond another with person. For David, Greg, Brad and Lane, it’s been both a friendship and a home they’ve shared for ten years. But that almost came to an end about a year ago. “We started seeing some mobility issues with David and as you can see, Brad…
FARGO, N.D. — Potato lovers from around the metro came together to raise money for Great Plains Food Bank. KVRR’s Danielle Church tells us how enjoying some taters is going to go a long way. A well-oiled assembly line of baked potatoes comes after a simple idea 18 years ago. “We were doing harvest of potatoes and some of our employees…
FARGO, N.D. — Team CCRI took on the Fargo Marathon 5K. CCRI, or Creative Care for Reaching Independence, is a non–profit that helps people with disabilities. The team had about 200 hundred people take part in the race, and this is the ninth year they’ve been doing it. Some participants have done it all nine years, or as Shena Holtgrewe describes…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — People in the community waded into freezing water to support others with disabilities. Creative Care for Reaching Independence (CCRI) hosted their annual Polar Plunge in Moorhead. People had to pay or donate at least $75 for the privilege of diving into a pool of water on a cold February day. CCRI says that they’re happy to be…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — Superheroes are known for battling villains and breaking down barriers. For one Moorhead organization, the bad guy worth fighting is the idea that those with disabilities can’t live a full life. Heroes come in all different shapes and sizes “I think the youngest person we support right now is 18-months-old and our oldest is 86,” said CCRI’s…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — Super Heroes are known for battling villains and breaking down barriers. For one Moorhead organization, the bad guy worth fighting is the idea that those with disabilities can’t live a full life. KVRR’s Shiina LoSciuto joins us live from CCRI’s annual Super Hero and Side Kick run. Categories: Business, Community, Health, Local News, Minnesota News, News Landing…
MOORHEAD, Minn.– At least once a year, there’s a chance for a Moorhead group to dress up and be in the spotlight. More than 100 people enter the “City of Lights”, this year’s theme for the CCRI Prom. Each pair gets their own moment by being introduced and walking through the doors at Courtyard by Marriott. Some didn’t get this…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — There’s something about getting dressed to the nines and feeling like a star. A local organization is giving those with disabilities that chance. Donations were collected throughout the community so everyone has a chance to shine in the perfect CCRI prom night outfit. Getting ready for prom can be just as exciting as the big night. “They…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — There’s something about getting dressed to the nines and feeling like a star. A local organization is giving those with disabilities that chance. Donations were collected throughout the community so everyone has a chance to shine in the perfect prom night outfit. KVRR reporter Shiina LoSciuto talked with organizers of CCRI’s Night to Remember. SHINNA LOSCIUTO: Sometimes, getting…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — Are you looking for a job that gives back? Creative Care for Reaching Independence in Moorhead is looking for positive people to join its team. The organization helps people with disabilities live life to the fullest. There are positions with a variety of hours available, and for all different sorts of experience. You must have your own…
