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Local Peace March Planned for Saturday in Downtown Fargo

The Women's March on Washington will take Place in Downtown Fargo Saturday

January 19, 2017

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Many people are planning a local march through downtown Fargo on Saturday in order to represent the Women’s March on Washington. In light of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, people all around the U.S. are peacefully marching this Saturday. “One of the main goals of this effort is to stop the repeal of the affordable care act,” said Maren Day Woods, who…

Fargo Police Make Arrest in Casey’s General Store Robbery

This isn't the first time Dida has been in trouble with the law

January 19, 2017

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Fargo Police have made an arrest in an armed robbery of a gas station in December. Valeri Dida, 25, was taken into custody and charged with the robbery of Casey’s General Store. Dida allegedly entered the gas station at 2202 25th Street South and pointed a gun at an employee and demanded money. The employee said the suspect got away…

LSS Responds to Bill that Could Lead to Refugee Ban in North Dakota

A bill being proposed in the North Dakota House of Representatives if passed would increase data gathered on refugees and would allow for a future ban on resettlement in the state

January 18, 2017

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A bill being proposed in the North Dakota House of Representatives could give the state power to temporarily ban refugees. Refugee resettlement is generally under the jurisdiction of the federal government and Lutheran Social Services (LSS). LSS said they have concerns. The organization resettled 558 refugees in North Dakota last year. The number is determined by LSS and the federal government…

Snow Business: Where Does Fargo’s Snow…Go?

Throughout the year, city workers carry away piles of plowed snow

January 18, 2017

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We’ve all seen the big trucks taking mounds of snow away from our streets, but where does it all go? City workers spent all morning moving piles of snow from the Rose Creek neighborhood to a new home for the winter. There are four designated spots where excess snow is taken to in Fargo. Before it all gets hauled away,…

Fargo Man One Step Closer to Saving His Home

Fargo's Historic Preservation Commission says John and Sherri Stern's home is historically significant

January 17, 2017

TJ Nelson,

Fargo’s Historic Preservation Commission has given its endorsement to saving the house owned by John and Sherri Stern. The board determined the home near the Red River is historically significant because it was designed by the grand-daughter of world famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The home is one of four that the city needs in order to build a…

Fargo Force Players Encourage Kennedy Students’ Reading Habits

Fargo Force Players Spent Their Morning Reading Books To First Graders

January 17, 2017

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Young fans at Kennedy Elementary School in Fargo got to meet some of their favorite Fargo Force hockey players. Four players made a special appearance off of the ice and visited four first grade classrooms at Kennedy. The players read to the students and talked about the importance of establishing lifelong reading habits. They also signed autographs for their young…

HIRED Job Fair Helps People Find Their New Career

The HIRED Job Fair brings together 50 employers and over 500 job seekers

January 17, 2017

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Prospective employees met with companies looking to fill empty positions at the HIRED Job Fair. The event is the largest of its kind in the area and was co–sponsored by Preference Personnel, Job Service North Dakota and Radio F–M Media. According to event organizers, attending the fair is not just a great way to find a new job, but also…

Bison Turf Owner Gets Permit to Begin Nearly Million Dollar Rebuild Project

Pete Sabo says three-quarters of the building will need to come down before the process can begin.

January 16, 2017

TJ Nelson,

The owner of an iconic Fargo bar, heavily damaged by fire last summer, has finally received a permit to rebuild. Pete Sabo says he was determined to rebuild the Bison Turf near NDSU after the July 22 fire which started in the attic and was caused by repair work. Sabo says the new plan, meeting new code requirements and…

Force Fight for Fourth Win in a Row

Fargo Defeats Sioux Falls 5-3

January 15, 2017

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Watch the video to see highlights from the Fargo Force as they pick up their fourth win in a row, as seen on KVRR Sports. Categories: KVRR Sports Extra, Top Sports Headlines Tags: FARGO, Force, Stampede, USHL

Gruden Coming to Fargo

Super Bowl Winning Coach, Analyst to Speak at Bison Coaches Clinic

January 13, 2017

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Courtesy NDSU Super Bowl champion head coach and current ESPN analyst Jon Gruden will be the keynote speaker at North Dakota State University’s annual spring football coaches clinic scheduled for Friday, April 7, and Saturday, April 8, at the Fargodome. Gruden’s presentation on Friday night at 7:45 will be open to the public. Tickets are $30 each in advance ($40…