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Bike Rodeo for Safety and Activity

The first event of its kind was held in front of the Fargo Cass Public Health building.

May 3, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Children got to take advantage of the good weather on Saturday – and learned some valuable bike skills in the process. The parking lot outside Fargo Cass Public Health on 25th Street hosted a bike rodeo! And yes, before you ask, it was their first one. The free event was open to cyclists up to the…

Western Pop-Up at Dakota Ranch

Staff says they often see a surge in the popularity of western wear when the rodeo comes to town.

March 30, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

Some of the Western wear available at the pop-up.FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Shoppers at the Dakota Ranch thrift store location on University got a little extra surprise when they walked in this weekend. The team set up a special pop-up shop with a Western theme. This showcased higher-end vintage products that were normally only available on Dakota Ranch’s website. Organizers…

PRCA Rodeo Announces 2025 Fargo Dates

Each night promises two hours of nearly non-stop action.

December 14, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. – Rodeo fans, get ready, because the show is coming back to town in 2025. The Fargo PRCA Rodeo is galloping into the FARGODOME on Friday, March 28th, and Saturday, March 29th at 7:30 pm each night. The athletes will compete in Bareback Riding, Tie Down Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Ladies WPRA Barrel Racing, and Team…

New Documentary Features North Dakota Native American Professional Bull Rider Stetson Lawrence

May 30, 2024

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Stetson Lawrence ranked among the top 25 bull riders globally until a second major injury derailed his career. He was one of the few Native American professional riders. The life of the Chippewa Sioux rodeo star who grew up near Williston, North Dakota is featured in a new documentary called “Another Eight Seconds”. “I take it…

South Dakota high school rodeo club cancels ‘Slave Auction’

April 27, 2021

Jim Monk,

FAITH, S.D – After several years, a high school rodeo club in the small South Dakota town of Faith has ended its annual “Slave/Branding Auction.” The Faith High School and the rodeo club were facing a large amount of backlash on social media and around the region. The idea behind the fundraiser is that members of the club would work…

NDSU Animal Science Hosts Moos and Ewes

The rainy weather earlier in the day left some families in the valley moooving into the NDSU Equine Center for Moos and Ewes.

October 5, 2019

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FARGO N.D. — The rainy weather earlier in the day left some families in the valley moving into the NDSU Equine Center for Moos and Ewes. Kids got the chance to meet some new furry friends of baby goats, sheep, and cows. It’s the 10th annual showcase for the department. The whole point of the showcase is to introduce kids…

South Dakota Man Found Dead At Fraternity At University of Minnesota

20-year-old Dylan Fulton was found at Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity house early Wednesday

September 13, 2018

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — St. Paul police have identified the student whose body was found in a University of Minnesota fraternity house. The body of 20-year-old Dylan Fulton was found at Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity house early Wednesday. Police say they do not suspect foul play in Fulton’s death but alcohol may be a factor. According to his Facebook page, Fulton…

North Dakota Winter Show Features All Things Agriculture

The event draws people from all over the Midwest And Canada

March 6, 2018

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VALLEY CITY, N.D. — The 81st year of the North Dakota Winter Show is running through Saturday. The event draws people from all over the Midwest and Canada and features all things agriculture. “That’s the biggest thing I’ve noticed is there’s something for everybody. So whatever you are, if you’re into vehicles, pickups, you’ll be there tonight, and a different crowd will…