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Remembering "madd Frank", A Local Tv Legend

Remembering “Madd Frank”, Beloved Local TV Icon

Friends and family say there was far more to the man known on his driver's license as Delray Dvoracek - like a penchant for writing and the ability to speak multiple languages.

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Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – If you turned on KVRR from 1985 to 1995 – chances are you’d get a glimpse into spooky, kooky mind of Madd Frank. The alter ego of Delray Dvoracek brought his own personal blend of horror and comedy to the airwaves and left a lasting impression on any viewer lucky enough to discover his show. “He became,…

Permit filed to bring Taco John’s back to Fargo for the first time since 2023

October 12, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Great news for fans of Taco John’s, the restaurant chain that has been missing from the FM metro since 2023 is making a comeback. A permit has been filed with the City of Fargo for a remodel of one of the former locations at 4522 26th Avenue South. The building will undergo an exterior remodel and…

Great Maze Breaks World Record

The owners submitted the record to Guinness as the maze was being designed, it was surveyed on Thursday, and given the award on Saturday.

October 11, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The confirmation came with celebration on the morning of October 11. After a surveyor marked the exact size of the Great Maze on Thursday evening, an adjudicator from Guinness World Records flew to Fargo and certified the structure as the largest temporary wood maze in the entire world. The baseline for the record was 30,000 square…

“The Lab” Opens for Experimentation at Rheault Farm

The biology-based science fair was a collaborative effort between the Fargo Park District and the Concordia Science Academy.

October 11, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The school year may be back in full swing, but there are still plenty of extracurricular activities aimed at getting children interested in academics – the sciences, to be specific. That includes the BIG Event – held last week at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds, and The Lab, a special biology exhibition that took place at…

Fargo Man in Custody After Allegedly Biting Officer

Authorities say Cante Redstone was restrained on the ground when an officer felt a pain in his calf, and noticed Redstone biting him.

October 10, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – What started as a somewhat routine domestic disturbance call may lead to felony charges for a Fargo man who reportedly bit an arresting officer in the leg. The Fargo Police Department says that on October 9, around 5:00 P.M., they received a call asking for them to remove Cante Redstone from an apartment at 704 23rd…

Coats for Kids and Families Event Provides Much-Needed Winter Gear

The annual event, organized by the Salvation Army, often sees more than 400 coats and over 1000 hats scooped up by locals in need.

October 9, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Colder weather is fast approaching, and many kids and families are without winter gear to keep them warm. That’s why The Salvation Army held its annual Coats for Kids and Families event at Hope Lutheran Church in Fargo on October 9. The giveaway ran from 1:00 to 7:00 P.M. and volunteers say more than 400 people…

Fargo man sentenced for continuous sexual abuse of young girl

October 7, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Fargo man who was found guilty in July of the continuous sexual abuse of a child is sentenced. The judge gave Benito Fox 20 years in prison. He will have to serve five years on probation after being released and he was credited for already serving 290 days. Fox was arrested last December and court…

Male stabbing victim in Cass Lake, MN being treated in Fargo

October 6, 2025

TJ Nelson,

CASS LAKE, Minn. (KVRR) — A stabbing victim from Cass Lake, Minnesota is being treated at a Fargo hospital. Cass County, Minnesota Sheriff Bryan Welk says the assault happened around 2:30 in the morning on Saturday. Deputies arrived to find that the 29-year-old male victim had been stabbed several times. He was treated on scene before being flown to Fargo…

Busy Fall Weekend at Brewhalla

The weekend began with an Okotberfest celebration and concluded with a massive craft fair.

October 5, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It was a jam-packed weekend at Brewhalla, with two distinct yet fall-related celebrations taking place. First up, on Saturday, was Oktoberfest. The day-long celebration of all things Bavarian featured stein holding competitions, polka music and plenty of beer. Then, on Sunday, the Brewhalla Fall Craft Market took place. Hundreds of vendors set up on both floors…

Natural Pet Center Celebrates 20 Years in Business

The two Fargo locations had discounts and raffle tickets available all weekend.

October 5, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Natural Pet Center in Fargo celebrated a big milestone all weekend. This weekend marked 20 years in business for the local pet supplier. They had 20 percent discounts all weekend, as well as raffle prizes and swag bags at the 19th Avenue North location. Staff said that customer support was strong on both days. “Oh gosh,”…