MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Churches United has reached its goal of gathering enough donations to pay their employees, but keeping their doors open is another story. Churches United has been serving the Fargo-Moorhead community for the past thirty-five years. With three operating locations, its impact has benefited the community, but its financial struggles have caused mishaps with keeping its mission…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Community Options, which offers behavioral health programs, held its third annual Parking Lot Party & Resource Fair in Fargo. It was open to anyone needing help or support for their mental health and wellness. There was an array of resources available at the fair such as mental health counseling, job advice and medical support. People who…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo City Commission and Fargo Park Board met earlier in the day to discuss their next moves on homeless camps on both city and park property. Homeless encampments have continued to grow within the past few years and many city officials are concerned for both the public’s and homeless community’s safety. “Are we making it too…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — People speak up at Fargo’s City Commission meeting over concerns of homeless camps growing in popularity along the river. The commission is considering an ordinance and have looked into the legality in their discussions. The Supreme Court determined it is not cruel and unusual punishment to not allow camping on public property. Commissioner Dave Piepkorn says…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The League of Women Voters of the Red River Valley host a candidate forum for those seeking a Fargo City Commission seat. There are seven candidates for two seats up for election including those of Arlette Preston and John Strand, who are both running for re-election. They were joined by Al Carlson, Anna Johnson and Delson…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A man who played a pivotal role in leading Milwaukee to a 45% reduction in overall homelessness is bringing his ideas to the metro. James Mathy, Milwaukee County Housing Administrator, gave his “Housing First Presentation” at Fargo City Hall. He talked about the necessary components to develop an end to homelessness including a housing-first approach. Mathy…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Homelessness has been a long standing issue for the community here in Fargo, as numerous people face the cold, an unstable housing situation and other problems. The city of Fargo is partnering with James Mathy, to see what can be done to help with this issue. Mathy has done this before as the Milwaukee County Housing…
Fire at homeless encampment in Fargo.FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo Fire was called out to a fire at a homeless encampment near Veterans Memorial Bridge around 6:50 this morning. The crews were able to use long reaching equipment to knock down the fire near the river. According to department, there were several campfires in the encampment and were unattended which…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The cold, winter temperatures are starting to settle in the Fargo-Moorhead area. That will have major impacts on the homeless population. Homeless shelters in the region are already facing capacity issues. Churches United said on the phone they are concerned about these cold temperatures and they feel like they are under water due to the demand….
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) -There is an increase in demand for homeless shelters and services in the metro. The Fargo Moorhead area saw close to a 70% increase in people who identified as homeless in 2023 compared to 2022 statistics. “In terms of demand for shelter the two fastest growing segments that we see are seniors that are over the age…
