holiday

Showing Sanford Children that Disabilities Won’t Stop Them From Enjoying the Holidays

It's perfect to be able to do this without the crowding of the mall

FARGO, ND — For families that have a child with disabilities, getting in and out of the mall to shop or take a picture with Santa is not always easy. Those at Sanford know the toll it takes on these families. For some, the hectic holiday season can be enjoyable. For others, the hustle and bustle can take away some…

Photos With Furry Friends for the Holidays

The Natural Pet Center asked for a donation of either $5 or 3 nonperishable food items in return

FARGO, ND — The holiday season is all about spending time with the ones you love and that includes your furry friends! The Natural Pet Center in Fargo gave people in the community a chance to take holiday photos with their pets. The store asked for a donation of either $5 or 3 nonperishable food items in return. All donations…

Chipotle to Offer Free Queso for Your Best “Cheesy” Holiday Sweater

Company officials say their first crack at selling queso was not a hit for customers

  NATIONAL — Fresh Tex-Mex chain restaurant Chiptole is giving queso lovers an offer that could be hard to refuse. On December 12, Chipotle is offering customers queso for free…as long as you order an entrĂ©e while wearing a “cheesy” holiday sweater. Company officials say their first crack at selling queso was not a hit for customers. Store feedback state…

Need a Gift for Your Millennial? Think Student Loan Payment

The average monthly payment comes out to be about $350

  NATIONAL — Are you wondering what to get the millennial in your life for Christmas? Consider picking up the tab of one of their student loan payments. A new survey by the Student Loan Report states nearly 70 percent of borrowers want a loan payment this holiday season instead of that high-tech gadget or gift card. In another survey,…

Bernie’s Wines and Liquors Discounting Spirits for Holiday Spirit

Both locations of Bernie's in Fargo and West Fargo are accepting donations

FARGO, ND — A local business is looking to lend a helping hand this holiday season. Bernie’s Wines and Liquors is asking customers to bring in nonperishable food items in exchange for 10% off your purchase. They have partnered up with Great Plains Food Bank and are accepting donations until December 20th. The manager says it’s important to give back…

The Great North Pole Event Gives Families in the F-M Area an Early Christmas Gift

The First Ever Great North Pole Event Strives To Provide Families Essentials To Get Them Through The Holidays

FARGO, ND — The Great North Pole is making sure children and families in need can experience the joy of Christmas and the holiday season. For the past couple of months, money and items have been donated for the local non-profit’s first ever event. Volunteers have packed boxes, which include household items, food, and toys. The boxes will then go…

Salvation Army Searching for Bell Ringers

We'll be ringing the bells and gladly accepting your donations throughout the day

  FARGO, ND — You can help us fire up those Salvation Army Red Kettles this holiday season. Stop by and say hi to our KVRR news team on Thursday at the food court entrance at West Acres Mall. We’ll be ringing the bells and gladly accepting your donations throughout the day. Rob will also bring you his weather forecast…

After 30 Years of Wondering, These Two Sisters Finally Got to Meet

When she was just a toddler, Rhonda was adopted and separated from her birth parents and family

FARGO, ND — The holiday season is all about spending time with the ones you love. But what if your loved one was hundreds of miles away and you’ve only ever heard their voice through the phone? One woman from West Fargo wanted to change that and after years of struggle, finally met her sister. “My whole life has changed,”…

Christkindlmarkt: Celebrating Winter in Downtown Fargo

Downtown Fargo Celebrates Winter By Hosting Christkindlmarkt, A Three Day Long Event

FARGO, ND — Downtown Fargo is making it possible to celebrate the winter and holiday season through Saturday at the Christkindlmarkt. The event takes place at the Stone Building at 613 1st Avenue North. It has an outdoor winter wonderland, indoor gift market from local vendors, a beer hall and live music. If you’re feeling crafty, there will be different…

LIVE: Christkindlmarkt

KVRR's Jackie Kelly Learns More About the Fargo Christkindlmarkt

KVRR’s Jackie Kelly talks with Folkways Event Organizer, Joe Burgum, about Fargo’s Christkindlmarkt. The event takes place at the Stone Building in Fargo on November 30th, December 1st, and December 2nd. For more information about the event click here. Categories: Morning – Features, Morning – In The Community Tags: Christkindlmarkt, Downtown Fargo, fargo events, holiday, stone building