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Renters’ Rights Bill Fails in North Dakota Legislature

State representatives seemed to feel that the measure made things too difficult for landlords and property owners.

February 8, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

BISMARCK, N.D. – The bill that required landlords and tenants to be present for move-in and move-out inspections in North Dakota had failed to pass. The committee had previously recommended the bill not pass pass prior to the vote as concerns were raised for the rights of landlords and property owners. Representative Jared Hendrix and members from the social media…

“Snow Much Fun” Event Unveils Snow Sculpture Garden

The medieval-themed display will be in West Fargo's POW-MIA Plaza for the forseeable future.

February 6, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

A snow dragon on display in downtown West Fargo.WEST FARGO, N.D. – Yes, it’s a little bit chilly outside. But that has the added benefit of keeping some unique works of art in downtown West Fargo intact for many days to come. Today, the City of West Fargo unveiled several massive snow sculptures at the POW-MIA Plaza. The “Snow Much…

Ruling in North Dakota transgender health care case likely months out as trial wraps

February 5, 2025

KVRR Staff,

South Central Judicial District Judge Jackson Lofgren presides over a trial to determine the constitutionality of North Dakota’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors on Feb. 3, 2025. (Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — A seven-day trial over North Dakota’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors concluded Tuesday, though a final decision on the case is still…

Prospective Growers, Industry Experts Meet for Hemp Summit

There are many potential uses for industrial hemp, such as in the creation of building materials.

January 29, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WAHPETON, N.D. – At the brand-new Väderstad building in Wahpeton, members of all parts of the industrial hemp industry met to discuss its viability as a potential crop for the region. Harold Stanislawski of the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute says that this year’s Northland Industrial Hemp Summit is all about building relationships. “We’re willing to cooperate and collaborate with one…

A trial is underway on North Dakota’s ban on gender-affirming care for kids

January 27, 2025

KVRR Staff,

Plaintiff attorneys Jess Braverman, left, and Brittany Stewart appear in court on Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, at the Burleigh County Courthouse in Bismarck, N.D., during the trial related to the state’s ban on gender-affirming medical care for kids. (AP Photo/Jack Dura)BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A trial in a lawsuit seeking to strike down North Dakota’s ban on gender-affirming medical care for minors began Monday,…

Puzzle Competition at Vets Club in Casselton

The top 3 finishers received gift cards of varying amounts.

January 26, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

One team gets to work cracking into the mystery.CASSELTON, N.D. – Saturday, the Veterans Club in Casselton saw a different kind of competition. The establishment on Front Street hosted their first ever puzzle-solving contest. Teams paid an entry fee, then were each presented with an identical puzzle at the same time and told to get to work. The three fastest…

FIRST Tech Challenge at NDSU

The robotics challenge teaches teenagers a wide variety of applicable life skills.

January 26, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

Students watch their creations in action.FARGO, N.D. – First, LEGO League – then, the FIRST Tech Challenge! The NDSU College of Engineering hosted the annual FIRST Tech Challenge regional qualifying tournament at the Bentson Bunker Fieldhouse on Saturday, January 25. Teams of kids from grades 7 through 12 took their programmed machines to the arena floor to complete a sequence…

New Bill Would Introduce an Abortion Committee in North Dakota

January 23, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

Rep. Eric James Murphy, R-Grand Forks, speaks during a meeting of the interim Education Committee on Sept. 24, 2024. Murphy plans to bring a bill during the 2025 session that would preserve some abortion access in North Dakota. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota law requires that physicians must give a woman a chance to contact a…

Immigrant Development Center Holds First-Ever Fundraiser

The organization has plans to launch a "cultural mall" in Moorhead sometime in the next few years.

January 22, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – Fowzia Adde started the Immigrant Development Center, or IDC, in 2003. And after two decades at the helm, she’s doing the exact opposite of slowing down. “We want to make our area a destination,” she explained. “Rather than driving four hours to Minneapolis to see something good, we will see it here.” That destination she has in…

KVRR Connections: Tourism | “Hello ND” 2025 Tourism Campaign Launched

January 22, 2025

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Gov. Kelly Armstrong is inviting people to say “Hello ND”. Armstrong and Commerce Tourism and Marketing Director Sara Otte Coleman have launched a revitalized tourism campaign. It showcases the state’s friendly people, welcoming communities, and abundance of uncrowded outdoor adventures, aligning with the growing trend of more immersive travel. “Effective tourism marketing not only attracts visitors…