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ND Commerce Commissioner Resigns Over Email Describing ‘Perfect Man’

October 1, 2018

KVRR Staff,

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota’s commerce commissioner has resigned over an email to agency staff describing “a perfect man” as one who doesn’t touch alcohol or indulge in night life. Jay Schuler resigned Monday, hours after the email was sent. Gov. Doug Burgum called the email “unacceptable” in a statement from his office. Schuler apologized in the same statement,…

The Future Takes Flight: Historical Drone Flight Glides over NDSU Tailgaters

North Dakota was one of ten sites nationwide to test out the new drones

September 29, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — A historical milestone in drone aviation was gliding through the skies right over the heads of tailgaters prior to NDSU’s victory over South Dakota State. North Dakota’s Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Pilot Program completed its first public mission by flying several drones over the NDSU tailgaters. “The fact that Fargo is a cooperative city as someone who could…

William Hoehn Found Not Guilty of Conspiracy to Commit Murder in Greywind Death

September 28, 2018

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. – The day after William Hoehn took the stand in his own defense in his trial in the death of Savanna Greywind, he has been found not guity. The state argues Hoehn and his ex-girlfrend Brook Crews had an implied agreement because of the evidence. That includes Crews testifying Hoehn used a rope to break Greywind’s neck after…

Man Arrested After Crashing Motorcycle in Grand Forks

September 28, 2018

Site Staff,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – A Dunseith, ND man has been arrested after crashing his motorcycle during a chase in Grand Forks Friday morning. Officers tried to stop the motorcycle in the 2000 block of Demers Avenue around 12:30. Authorities say the driver fled until losing control of the bike in the 2300 block of Airport Drive. 20-year-old Holden Myers was apprehended…

Former Grand Forks County Sheriff dies

September 28, 2018

KVRR Staff,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KFGO) – Former Grand Forks County Sheriff Dan Hill died Thursday night after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was sheriff for 20 years, from1991 until his retirement in 2011. Norman Funeral Home of Grand Forks is handling arrangements. Categories: North Dakota News Tags: Dan Hill, GRAND FORKS COUNTY, ND, north dakota, SHERIFF

William Hoehn Takes the Stand in His Own Defense

September 27, 2018

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. – William Hoehn testifies in his own defense in his conspiracy to commit murder trial in the death of Savanna Greywind. Hoehn describes coming home to his his ex-girlfriend Brooke Crews and Greywind in the bathroom of his apartment on August 19th, 2017. He says he didn’t see the incision Crews made to get her baby. Crews has been…

Two People Arrested During Fargo Drug Bust

September 27, 2018

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. – Two people were arrested on drug charges after police served a search warrant Wednesday. Fargo Police, the Cass County Drug Task Force and the DEA searched 1804 5th Avenue South related to an ongoing investigation. Authorities say Richard and Gretchen Christensen of Fargo were arrested for Possession of meth with intent to deliver, possession of drug paraphernalia…

Wounded War Veteran From Hawley, Minnesota Prepares For Honor Flight

Curtis Johnson Was Wounded During The War In Korea In 1952

September 26, 2018

TJ Nelson,

HAWLEY, Minn. — On Sunday, another group of our local war heroes will board a plane for our nation’s capital. Veterans from World War Two, Korea and Vietnam are taking the Honor Flight to see the memorials in their honor. KVRR anchor TJ Nelson and chief photographer John Hanson are going on the trip. They had the privilege of meeting just…

West Fargo Schools $106.9 Million Bond Referendum Passes

September 25, 2018

KVRR Staff,

WEST FARGO, N.D. – More new schools will be coming to the growing West Fargo Public School District. Voters overwhelmingly approve the district’s nearly $107 million school bond. 71% of the nearly 6,000 votes cast were in favor of the bond. The measure needed 60 percent approval to pass. Under the proposal, about $88 million would be used for new…

Great Plains Food Bank Survey Finds People Needing Meals

September 25, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. – Great Plains Food Bank is working toward a solution for hunger in North Dakota by identifying just how many people need a meal. The non-profit pooled together survey data from more than 500 people and 175 food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters. The survey asked clients 81 very personal questions. Some of the surprising results show clients are…