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NDSU Hosts Third Annual “Friendsgiving”

The university says they started the tradition after noting that many students and faculty were unable to return home for the holidays.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – North Dakota State University hosted its own culinary event on November 26 to provide hearty meals. They refer to theirs as a “Friendsgiving”, and it’s been held at the NDSU Memorial Union for the past three years. University staff says over 350 people pre-registered for a spot. They say it’s a really important community-building event, especially…

Annual Midwest Energy Summit focuses on the future of energy

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — This year’s Midwest Energy Summit focused on the growing demand, rapid innovation, and shifting policy of how people work, live, and plan for the future. “Through your people, you have an opportunity to really grow your presence and credibility…Folks need to see you out there with them getting dirty,” said Caroline Hackerott. Caroline Hackerott is…

Man arrested following stabbing and SWAT standoff

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR: UPDATE) –One man is jailed while another man suffered a non life-threatening stab wound after an incident this morning near NDSU. 55-year-old Michael Conover of Fargo was arrested after a standoff with SWAT that started after 6 a.m. in the 1600 block of Dakota Drive North. Police had responded to a report of a stabbing inside an…

North Dakota State University Named College of Distinction for 2025-26

University staff say they're especially proud of their recent progress in the areas of career development and educational opportunity for those in the military.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – North Dakota State University prides itself on a great many things – be it the on-field success of the Bison, the accomplishments of its alumni, or the campus atmosphere they’ve cultivated. Now, they have one more feather to stick in their collective cap. “This really is a celebration of all the work and the commitment we…

NDSU President Cook named the next president of Iowa State University

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — NDSU will have to find a new leader. President David Cook has been named the next president of Iowa State University. Cook attended Iowa State University and graduated in 1992 with a Bachelor of Arts in political science and speech communication. He got his PhD in organizational communication in 1998 from University of Kansas. In a…

From the Back of an Ambulance to the Field: Jaxon Duttenhefer Returns vs. YSU

FARGO (KVRR) -The NDSU Bison remained perfect on the 2025 season (9-0) with a 38-30 win over Youngstown State Saturday, November 1. One of the biggest stories of the game though was the return of senior captain Jaxon Duttenhefer. “Duttenhefer is an inspiring guy for our whole football team,” said NDSU Bison head football coach Tim Polasek. “He’s an example…

No jail time for man accused of running over bicyclist last March in downtown Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Hawley, Minnesota man accused of running over a biker in downtown Fargo in March will serve no jail time. 43-year-old Jeremy Jorgenson reached a deal and pleaded guilty to misdemeanor reckless endangerment. The judge gave Jorgenson 360 days of probation and a $325 fine. He was initially charged with one count of duty in accident…

NDSU, Dickinson State Team Up to Provide Western North Dakota with Pharmacy Education

North Dakota State University currently has the only school of pharmacy in the entire state. Now, students at DSU will have access to that program.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Dickinson State University and NDSU are teaming up to bring pharmacological education to western North Dakota. Those involved with the creation of the partnership says the need for pharmacists in that area of the state is dire. “People are reporting things like that they haven’t been able to take a vacation for themselves because there’s no-one…