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North Dakota adopts new state logo

MINOT, N.D. (KVRR-KFGO) – North Dakota has a new state logo. It was unveiled at the annual Travel Industry Conference in Minot. The logo is described as a colorful representation of the state’s geography, scenery, and spirit. It will be used in conjunction with the “Be Legendary” brand, which for more than 20 years. “The new ND Icon captures the…

May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the U.S.

Healthcare providers say North Dakota faces a unique set of obstacles when it comes to providing adequate mental health resources.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Most people are aware that gloomy weather can put a damper on one’s mood. But, in North Dakota, the compounding effects stretch further than that. Some people have to drive hours upon hours for specialized treatment, which can become impossible depending on road conditions in the wintry months. “We do have patients that travel all over…

Valley Vintage Car Show Comes to Veterans Memorial Arena

The 48th installment of the event showed off classic cars while also raising money for local charities.

Two attendees look over one of the oldest cars at the show.WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The 48th annual Valley Vintage Car Show rolled into the Veterans Memorial Arena this weekend. For a ten-dollar entry fee, spectators could check out 99 different cars, some being manufactured as far back as the year 1912. There were also vendors selling various forms…

Scheels’ Fish Fest Kicks Off

Fishing season is just around the corner for Minnesotans.

FARGO, N.D. – The Minnesota fishing opener is just a couple weeks away, and Scheels will be holding their annual Fish Fest for next two weekends. Anglers will be able to meet with fishing industry experts to learn the latest tips and tricks when dropping their lines in the water. Scheels is also awarding prizes worth a grand total of…

Update on Condition of Rep. Kasper

Kasper has been a member of the North Dakota House of Representatives since 2001.

FARGO, N.D. – We have an update on the condition of Representative Jim Kasper. As we reported, Kasper suffered a brain bleed on the morning of April 23rd. He was able to call an ambulance and was transported to CHI St. Alexius. While it was initially thought that Representative Kasper suffered a stroke, his medical team determined that no stroke…

Motorcycle Crash Leaves Man Seriously Injured

The North Dakota Highway Patrol says the man was badly hurt despite wearing a helmet.

FARGO, N.D. – The North Dakota Highway Patrol is providing information regarding a motorcycle crash that occurred in the afternoon of Friday, April 25. At 2:42 P.M., a 67-year-old man was driving his 2014 Harley-Davidson westbound on 32nd Avenue South in Fargo. He apparently took the curve improperly, causing him to crash in the west gravel ditch. The driver sustained…

Tokio, North Dakota man pleads guilty in 3-year-old’s death

TOKIO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Tokio, North Dakota man pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter, two counts of child neglect and assault of a child with a dangerous weapon. Austin Lester, 29,  is charged with the neglect and death of a three-year-old child on the Spirit Lake Reservation in August 2022. Lester’s co-defendant Krissy Hinsley was also charged with Involuntary Manslaughter…

True North Church Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facility

This is the church's first permanent home, and one in which they plan to stay for generations to come.

FARGO, N.D. – Parishioners at True North Church cheered as a ceremonial ribbon cutting marked the grand opening of their permanent brick and mortar home. The church has been in operation since late 2021, but they’ve bounced around to nine different locations since then. They secured the lease to the old Pepsi call center building in south Fargo last June…

Barnes County Sheriff’s Office Launches Manhunt, Apprehends Suspect

Picture of the suspect released by the dispatch center.(UPDATE) A man who set off a manhunt in Barnes County is in custody. Authorities say 48-year-old George Jerome was arrested in neighboring Steele County. He fled the scene as deputies were investigating a reported burglary last night in the small town of Pillsbury, North Dakota. Steele County Sheriff Wayne Beckman says…