Red River Zoo

North Dakota Department of Commerce Awards Grants to Fargo, West Fargo

The department awarded 23 different grants throughout the state, aiming to boost tourism.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Commerce has awarded two grants in the Fargo area that will help local entertainment destinations provide a better customer experience. The first is going to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. Just over $600,000 has been awarded to the Fair Association, who will use the money to build a permanent professional-grade grandstand…

KVRR Connections Tourism: $15 million in Destination Development Grants awarded to 23 Projects across North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Some of the top tourist stops across North Dakota are sharing in $15 million worth of “Destination Development Grants”. North Dakota Tourism and Marketing says these investments will enhance tourism infrastructure, elevate visitor experiences and support long-term economic growth. Out of 106 applications from 45 communities, just 23 projects were chosen for this round of grants….

“Boo at the Zoo” Brings Trick-or-Treat Fun to Red River Zoo

Children and their families were encouraged to come in costume and get as many treats as they could carry.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – There were plenty of frightening creatures to be seen this weekend at the Red River Zoo. We’re not talking about the animals, of course. Children and families in costume lined up outside the door to get inside for the annual “Boo at the Zoo” event. There were all sorts of Halloween-themed activities, most notably trick-or-treating. Zoo…

Pied Tamarins Settle into Life at Red River Zoo

The zoo is one of only seven in the United States to host the critically endangered species.

This is Peanut Butter.FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Red River Zoo recently brought in a critically endangered species – and guests are loving the addition. The zoo announced the acquisition of two pied tamarins, a monkey species from Brazil, on August 19. Noah and Peanut Butter are still technically in quarantine but are visible in the zoo’s Discovery Barn. The…

West Fargo Police Department Helps Free Owl from Soccer Net

The department says that the Red River Zoo was largely responsible for ensuring the bird's safety.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The West Fargo Police Department is giving an update on an owl they had a hand in rescuing from a soccer net. The owl became entangled in the net at Sheyenne High School on Monday, August 18. Not knowing what to do, someone on scene called WFPD, who dispatched a community resource officer to the…

Endangered pied tamarins “Noah” and “Peanut Butter” Join Red River Zoo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Two members of a critically endangered world monkey species have arrived at Red River Zoo. The pied tamarins have been given the names “Noah” and “Peanut Butter”. They are currently completing a standard quarantine period in the Zoo’s Discovery Center. They come from a small region in Brazil and face threats from habitat loss, urban development…

Folks Run Wild for the Red River Zoo

Participants could choose from a 5k, a mile, or a half mile to walk or run.

FARGO, N.D. – Runners and walkers laced up their shoes early Saturday morning to get their steps in and raise money for the local zoo. The event was titled “Running Wild for the Red River Zoo” and it kicked off at 8 A.M. 200 people signed up in total, getting to choose between a 5k, 1 mile, or half mile…

Red River Zoo Offers ‘Critter Camp’ for Young, Curious Minds

The Critter age range is from 4 to 6.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – “Critter camp is a really adorable one, because it’s for four-to-six-year-olds, so it’s really their first dip into what it’s like to be at zoo camp,” explained Sally Mulvena, president and CEO of the Red River Zoo. “It’s especially designed to make sure the kids are really comfortable, because it’s the first time for many of…

Celebrating Father’s Day in the F-M Area

There were plenty of great deals for Dad if you knew where to look.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- It is Father’s Day, and many businesses in the region offering special promotions to help families celebrate the dads in their lives. Junkyard Brewing Company in West Fargo teamed up with Sandy’s Donuts for a giveaway. Each dad that stopped in for a drink also received a free donut. They said it was a natural partnership, with…