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West Fargo High School Goes on Lockdown Due to Unidentified Individual on Campus

The lockdown lasted about a half an hour.

August 29, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A brief lockdown at West Fargo High School has now been lifted following a sighting of an unknown individual on campus. According to sources within the department, the lockdown went into effect just after 2:00 P.M. on August 29. It was implemented due to that unknown, non-student being inside the school building. The person reportedly…

First Day for Fargo Public Schools

It's also the last first day for Horace Mann Elementary, which will close at the end of this school year.

August 27, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The traffic started out slow on the cool and clear morning of August 27 but picked up intensity as the clock drew nearer to the ringing of the first bell at Roosevelt Elementary. This intersection near campus is known for higher-than-average traffic speeds and some unpredictable turns. The Fargo Police Department had extra patrols out and about…

Ham Radio Field Day connects people across the globe

Red River Radio Amateurs began broadcasting at 1 P.M. on Saturday, June 28.

June 29, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Ham radio enthusiasts hopped on the airwaves this weekend for a nationwide radio celebration. Red River Radio Amateurs took part in the 92nd Annual Field Day event. They set up at the Cass County highway department in West Fargo, and starting at 1 in the afternoon on Saturday, began running radio exercises and trying to…

Sen. Mathern Speaks on Heightened Security for Legislators

Mathern opposes the idea that lawmakers need to make themselves less accessible to the public.

June 18, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

North Dakota State Capitol / BismarckFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – North Dakota State Senator Tim Mathern has served in Bismarck since 1986. He says that up until recently, one thing that set this state apart was the level of access it provided citizens to have with their elected representatives. “Most of us list our cell phones, our telephone numbers, our addresses,”…

Safety Safari at Red River Zoo

Admission to the park was free in order to get as many children in to learn about safety as possible.

May 31, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

Law enforcement officials interact with children at the Safety Safari.FARGO, N.D. – The Red River Zoo threw open its doors on Saturday to showcase a different kind of exhibition – one about safety. The zoo held its annual Safety Safari, sponsored by Sanford Health. There were demonstrations that showed the efficacy of bike helmets and other safety equipment, plus law…

AMVets Organize Motorcycle Safety Awareness Ride

The group left Fargo around noon, heading to Wahpeton before returning to Fargo in the early evening.

May 25, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Fargo Veteran riders and their motorcycle-loving brethren set off on a group ride to bring attention to motorcycle safety. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, so Chapter 7 of the AMVets Riders decided to organize an outing for that exact purpose. Signup began around 9 A.M., with the bikers setting off for Wahpeton a little after…

Sudden Storm Brings Snow to Roads, but no Big Spike in Crashes

Authorities are hoping we can ride out the rest of the snowfall with minimal damage to cars and passengers.

April 2, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The NDHP says they have not yet seen any particular uptick in calls for service since this sudden storm blew into town, but that they need the public’s health in staying vigilant so that doesn’t change. “Every road might be a bit little different, even on the same stretch of road – you never know what…

Window safety awareness week: Keeping children safe in the home

April 1, 2024

Aaron Walling,

FARGO (KVRR) – The first week of April is Window Safety Awareness, as roughly eight children a year die from falling out of a window. As the temperatures start to warm up and people open up windows, it’s important to keep your kids safe. Avoid using windows that can be accessed by kids. Supervise children at all times if a…

A reminder of bike safety as we head into warmer weather

March 12, 2024

Aaron Walling,

FARGO (KVRR) – With the warmer weather, more and more people are hitting the streets with their bikes. But it’s important to remember bike safety for you and your children. This includes looking both ways before crossing the road, be aware of moving vehicles and always wear your helmet. “It’s a lot easier to fix another component of the body…

New security measures being implemented at ValleyCon

October 4, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – While some of these implementations have been there for a while, it’s a good reminder of security and safety at events. ValleyCon announced on Facebook that there will be measures in place to ensure everyone’s safety. “You don’t want anybody to get hurt by anything at an event. It’s for everyone’s safety.” said Tony Tilton, the…