OCTOBER Archives - KVRR Local News

KVRR’s Adam Ladwig Blows Past Goal For “Real Men Wear Pink” Fundraiser

KVRR morning anchor Adam Ladwig has reached his goal in his Real Men Wear Pink campaign

October 23, 2023

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – He did it, thanks to you. KVRR morning anchor Adam Ladwig has reached his goal in his Real Men Wear Pink campaign. He has been wearing pink every day this Breast Cancer Awareness Month raising money for the American Cancer Society. He reached his $2,500 goal Monday morning. Adam has been celebrating every $500 milestone with…

LIVE: Getting Pelted By Water Balloons For Breast Cancer Awareness

To mark the $500 milestone for Adam's Real Men Wear Pink campaign, Emily, Mariah and Bree threw pink water balloons at him live on air

October 9, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – This is your first reward for helping me in my Real Men Wear Pink campaign this month for the American Cancer Society. My goal is to raise $2500 this month that goes to help cancer patients in our region. I’m wearing pink every day on air and asking for donations. For every $500, we’re doing something…

Sanford Health experts show off mammogram facility for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 28, 2022

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. An important reminder for women to get their annual breast cancer screening to help detect cancer early. The exam only lasts around 10 to 15 minutes, and you can expect results within a week. KVRR spoke with a mammogram technician and a Doctor at Sanford Health to give more information…

People celebrate German traditions at Oktobrewfest

Hundreds Gathered And Took Part In Some German Traditions

October 2, 2021

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- It was an event for the entire family and an opportunity to come join in on some German traditions. The animal exhibits featured Alpacas and cows for the public. Adults enjoyed cold beer, live music and brats while the kids rode rides and played games. The event went from noon to 7PM, and attracted people from all…

Children under 12 could soon be eligible for Pfizer vaccine

"We're hoping in the latter parts of October the FDA will give its approval for use."

September 22, 2021

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With Pfizer announcing positive results on the effectiveness of their vaccine for five to 11-year-olds, it may not be long before that vaccine becomes readily available. With vaccines against COVID-19 being available to only those who are 12 years of age and older, kids who are under that age group could soon have protection against the…

KVRR Chief Meteorologist Rob Kupec reaches goal in Fun Run event

The event is part of the Real Men Wear Pink Campaign

October 26, 2019

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WEST FARGO, N.D.- Rob is one of more than a dozen local men participating in the Real Men Wear Pink Campaign. The fundraiser runs throughout the month of October and raises money for the American Cancer Society. “The real thing is to raise awareness this month about breast cancer and make sure you know, the people are going out and…

Ghoul Morning

September 24, 2019

KVRR Staff,

KVRR is covering everything Halloween related from October 1-31. Tune in from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. for costume ideas, scary stories, Halloween events and so much more! KVRR’s Ghoul Morning will be fun for the whole family! Categories: Ghoul Morning-Halloween, Halloween Tags: Ghoul Morning, HALLOWEEN, OCTOBER

Growing Together Gardens Begin Selling Produce Through October

There are six locations

August 6, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Now you can get all the produce you want while also getting to know the people around you at six different community gardens. “Growing Together” Community Gardens will sell all their goodies from three to six every Tuesday through October. Founders say they started the community garden 13 years ago but it has quickly spread to several…

Fargo Public Works Gets Ready for Winter Weather Conditions Overnight

This is not the first time they say it's snowed in October

October 10, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Fargo Public Works took care of heavy snow this morning but the weather started to lighten up in the afternoon. However, there’s a winter storm warning keeping crews monitoring the weather conditions throughout the rest of the night. When Emily Seigart looked out her window this morning, she was appalled at what she saw. “I was super bummed….

“Real Men Wear Pink” Donations Help Fund American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Programs

Free Wigs, Cosmetics and Consultations Are Provided To Those Impacted By Breast Cancer

October 22, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and KVRR anchor TJ Nelson is helping raise money for the American Cancer Society through the “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign. Earlier this month, we featured the cancer-battle story of Maria Schmidt. She was diagnosed with breast cancer after returning to college to pursue a nursing degree at UND. She beat…