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Nevis, MN woman killed in head-on crash near Park Rapids

January 28, 2026

TJ Nelson,

PARK RAPIDS, Minn. (KVRR) — A woman from Nevis, Minnesota is dead after a head-on crash Tuesday afternoon. Minnesota State Patrol says 80-year-old Nancy Bamlet was driving east on Highway 34 east of Park Rapids when she crossed the center line and collided head-on with a pickup. Bamlet died from her injuries. The driver of the pickup, 85-year-old Noel Sletten…

Paradox Comics N Cards Celebrates New Album, Debut Novel In Unique Dual Event

Album Release, Book Signing Combine for Unique Event

The Kamikaze Snowmen are putting out their seventh studio album, while local high school teacher Chuck Lang is hitting shelves for the very first time as a novelist.

January 25, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Paradox owner Rich Early admitted it was a bit of an interesting gambit, asking local band the Kamikaze Snowmen and newly published author Chuck Lang to participate in a joint album release slash novel debut event; but, judging by the crowd that showed up at the shop on Main Avenue to support their area creatives, it…

Man Arrested in North Fargo Shooting

The victim did not provide any details of who had shot them or why, but a witness to the incident provided information that led to the arrest.

January 25, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A Fargo man is in custody after authorities were contacted by a witness to a shooting in North Fargo. The situation began just after 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 24, when a man arrived at a local medical facility for treatment of a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim told police officers that when he was leaving…

FM Well Fest Spreads Message of Healing, Inspiration

The event is organized by the FM Wellness Collective.

January 22, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Even with the freezing temperatures, a surprising number of people were willing to brave that cold and celebrate wellness with a full slate of programming and a room full of vendors and practitioners. Those were found at FM Well Fest, which took place at Brewhalla from 3 to 8 P.M. on January 22. The booths featured…

MN man enters Alford guilty plea in deadly stabbing outside Fargo bar in 2024

January 21, 2026

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The West Lakeland, Minnesota man charged in a fatal stabbing outside SouthTown PourHouse in Fargo has changed his plea to guilty and avoids going on trial. Michael Diedrich entered an Alford plea, agreeing there would be enough evidence to convict him of the March 28, 2024 crime. Diedrich stabbed and killed 22-year-old Ethan Larson of Newfolden,…

Fargo coffee shop that hired adults with cognitive challenges closes

January 21, 2026

TJ Nelson,

Courtesy: GoFundMeFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Even though a GoFundMe account raised $14,000 to help keep Charlie’s Place open, the Fargo coffee shop that hired adults with intellectual disabilities has officially closed. In a social media post, operators say it was one of the hardest decisions they’ve had to make and say this is not an ending—it’s a pause and a…

Man seen pointing a gun at people in south Fargo is arrested for terrorizing

January 18, 2026

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A man seen pointing a gun at people in the 2100 block of 17th Street South in Fargo this morning is in custody. Police were called to the area around 10:50 a.m. and established a perimeter to contain the man. After about one hour, 62-year-old Kevin Byzewski of Fargo was taken into custody without incident. Byzewski…

Two Adults, One Infant Seriously Injured in Fargo T-bone Crash

The North Dakota Highway Patrol says road conditions could have played a role in the crash, though it is still under investigation.

January 18, 2026

Gabriel Ostler, KVRR Staff,

UPDATE 01-20-26 : Names are released the driver of the SUV is 40-year-old William Wah of Fargo. He was not injured and is under investigation. His passengers, 28-year-old Miatta Hill and a 5-month old infant both of Fargo, have serious injuries. The driver of the other vehicle, 24-year-old Shelby Schmalz of Fargo, also has serious injuries. FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) –…

Natural Pet Center’s Second Location Celebrates One Year in Business

The expansion has been positively received by the northside community.

January 18, 2026

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A Fargo pet supply mainstay celebrated yet another milestone over the weekend. Natural Pet Center marked one year in business for its second location, at 19th Avenue North in Fargo. The store had massive discounts on all products Friday and Saturday, handed out free treats, had special giveaway items for customers who spent over a specific…

Scott Diamond appointed to East Central Judicial District judgeship in Fargo

January 15, 2026

TJ Nelson,

Scott DiamondFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Gov. Kelly Armstrong has appointed Scott Diamond to take the place of Nick Chase as a judge in the East Central Judicial District chambered in Fargo. Diamond is a former prosecutor and current Judicial Referee. He also served five years as a city prosecutor in Fargo from 2008 to 2013 and as an alternate municipal…