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Hoehn Trial Continues With Police Interviews From August 2017

The jury was shown two: one with Hoehn before Savanna Greywind's baby Haisley Jo was found and one after she was found

September 20, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Wiliam Hoehn is on trial for conspiring to commit murder in the death of Savanna Greywind, but no one outside of law enforcement was able to talk to him in August of last year about what happened. Each day the trial continues, we are able to start piecing together what happened from the moment Greywind went missing last…

Hundreds of Kids Help to “Reforest the Red”

they planted more than 4,500 trees

September 12, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — The River Keepers bring hundreds of people together to reforest patches along the Red River. In fact, they found just the right rhythm while planting 4,500 trees and shrubs to areas along the Red River in under 24 hours. “It’s very difficult for this area to naturally regenerate. Deer is one thing and heavy waters is another at certain times…

River Keepers Looking for Volunteers to Help “Reforest the Red”

The group plans on planting trees with 450 students near County Road 20

September 11, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — River Keepers are looking for volunteers to plant trees tomorrow along the Red River in north Fargo. As part of its “Reforest the Red” initiative, the group needs people to dig holes for the trees and shrubs, and also teach kids about planting, mulching, and watering. They recommend that volunteers wear long pants, sneakers, and gloves. With 450…

Andrew Sadek Wrongful Death Lawsuit Gets Trial Date

The NDSCS student was found dead while working as an undercover drug informant

August 30, 2018

TJ Nelson,

RICHLAND COUNTY, N.D. — A wrongful death lawsuit is set to go to trial in July in Jamestown. Tammy and John Sadek in June 2016 sued the Richland County sheriff’s department, a deputy and the county over the 2014 death of their 20-year-old son Andrew. The NDSCS student was found dead while working as an undercover drug informant. In 2014,…

Paddling Through History: People Learn about History While Canoeing on the Red River

The tour was one excursion put on by the Moorhead Park District

July 18, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — There was a new kind of history class floating alongside the banks of the Red River. People paddle their way along the Red River in canoes and kayaks while picking up historical lessons about the river with each stroke. For one local historian, who has done the tour for a handful of years, the opportunity to combine canoeing…

Red River Market Opens for Season

People love the food and community feel alike

July 14, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — The Red River Market opened up for another season, and there’s no shortage of things people love. “You’re eating fresh produce from the area, antioxidants, better for your immune system, but even more so it’s the sense of community. You see the same people, you know what you’re getting. It’s a lot of friends and family, definitely supporting…

River Keepers Volunteers its Way to Help Keep Rivers Clean

The Storm Drain Marking Program partners with the cities of Moorhead, Fargo, and West Fargo to prevent pollution

July 11, 2018

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MOORHEAD, MN– River Keepers is volunteering its way to help keep rivers clean. The Storm Drain Marking Program partners with the cities of Moorhead, Fargo, and West Fargo to prevent pollution. Garbage and debris move from storm drains into the Red River. Volunteers mark the storm drains in these areas with stickers that say, “No Dumping Drains to Rivers.” Volunteers…

Elm Street Closure In Fargo Is Sure Sign The Red River Is On The Rise

River Expected To Reach Minor Flood Stage Tuesday Evening

June 19, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — The recent rainfall has the Red River in Fargo-Moorhead on the rise. As of 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon it was at 17.8 feet and expected to rise to minor flood stage of 18 feet Tuesday night before cresting around 18.3 feet Wednesday. Elm Street has been closed between 14th and 15th Avenues North due to the rising…

LIVE: Red River Paddling Excursions

River Keepers, Moorhead Parks & Rec, Starting Summer River Series

May 16, 2018

Site Staff,

KVRR’s Adam Ladwig hang out on a kayak on the Red River with Christine Holland, executive director of River Keepers. The group aims to raise awareness and appreciation for the river. It’s teaming up with the Moorhead Parks and Recreation department for the River Paddling Excursion events series. The first event is Red River Trivia, from 6-8 p.m. on…

AAA Hosts “Safety Safari” at Red River Zoo

Law enforcement and first responders where there to answer questions

May 5, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — AAA hosted a “Safety Safari” event at the Red River Zoo where kids and parents go to learn about how to avoid accidental injuries. Kids got to see animals, meet police officers, and ride the carousel, all for free. Local law enforcement and first responders were there to teach kids about their vehicles. There was even a rollover…