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Owner Evan Burkdoll took over neighboring restaurants Toast and Union Ave. bar and eatery in downtown Fergus Falls at the start of the year

July 12, 2023

Adam Ladwig,

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (KVRR) – Local flavor is thriving in Fergus Falls. Owner Evan Burkdoll took over neighboring restaurants Toast and Union Ave. bar and eatery in downtown Fergus Falls at the start of the year. Toast is a Scandinavian-style breakfast and lunch spot. They spent months completely renovating Union Ave. and opened back up 8 weeks ago. They…

New Art At Hector International Airport Helps Welcome Those To Fargo

March 6, 2023

Breeane Bolin,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s the fifth year of the ArtWORKS Program at Hector International Airport. This year there’s a new addition to the airport consisting of original pieces from local artist Eric Johnson. Johnsons is a visual instructor at Minnesota State Community and Technical College in Detroit Lakes, MN. Johnson’s unique work uses the reduction relief process of printing,…

Garden of Healing kicks off phase two

March 3, 2023

Breeane Bolin,

FARGO (KVRR) – There may still be snow on the ground, but The Garden of Healing is in full bloom. Being the size of a football field, phase 2 is sure to bring you all of your relaxation needs. “Having a nature environment with an urban setting is one way people can overcome some of those challenges and stresses so…

Dr. Colin Irvine named Concordia College President

January 11, 2023

Brian Barrett,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — Dr. Colin Irvine is selected as the 12th president of Concordia College in Moorhead. Hundreds gathered on campus to attend the announcement. Irvine is currently the provost and senior executive vice president at Augustana University in Sioux Falls. He will take control beginning July 1. He replaces Doctor William Craft, who is retiring this summer after…

Fargo man arrested, ten people removed from house to be demolished

January 4, 2023

Hami Arain,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — More than ten people are removed from a dangerous Fargo house and the property owner detained and arrested for violating a court order. Danial Curtis was allowed 30 days to obtain the necessary permits to improve the house and bring it into city code. He was supposed to meet police at his property Wednesday morning but…

Roller Skating makes a comeback, thanks to social media

October 23, 2022

Hami Arain,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Check your clocks because it’s not in the 90s anymore. Roller skating is making a comeback. Some say it’s because the pandemic gave people an excuse to try tying on roller skates, looking for outdoor exercise and relief from lockdown boredom. There’s also a larger nostalgia in fashion and music for the ’70s, ’80s and disco,…

F5 Project’s 3×3 basketball tournament addresses criminal justice reform

August 27, 2022

Hami Arain,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A car show, community resources and a popup barber all featured at Dike West Park in Downtown Fargo. The F5 Project hosting a 3×3 basketball tournament as all ages and skill levels are allowed to participate. Community organizers are excited to see people display their passion on the court while many caught the games from the…

Fargo daycare closed indefinitely due to water heater leak from nearby business

August 24, 2022

Hami Arain,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A south Fargo daycare is forced to close temporarily after a water heater leak causes up to 14 inches of flooding. Last weekend Anna Matcha, the owner of Time 2 Play daycare, was informed the center saw a significant water heater leak coming from a nearby business. The F-M community are showing their support by starting…

ND educators tour Camp Grafton for a day in the life with the Army National Guard

August 4, 2022

Hami Arain,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Teachers and educators across the state are at Camp Grafton in an interactive tour to see what it’s like to be in North Dakota’s Army National Guard for a day. The Fargo crew made it to Camp Grafton via Black Hawk helicopter flying from Hector International Airport. With up to 12 people in three groups, educators…

Sen. Cramer blocks Homeland Security nominees due to separation case

August 2, 2022

Hami Arain,

WASHINGTON (KVRR) — Senator Kevin Cramer is blocking Department of Homeland Security nominees because of an immigration case in North Dakota. A family is separated after the mother, a Canadian, inadvertently overstayed her visa. She has been barred from entering the U.S. for 10 years. Cramer says the woman received poor advice during the COVID pandemic which led her to…