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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…

High-Risk Harvest: Kids and Farm Safety

Farm Safety Week is going on right now.

September 22, 2023

Emily Welker,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — We know that farming and ranching are some of the most dangerous professions in America. And now that harvest is getting underway, child safety experts say it’s time to be on alert. National statistics show a kid is killed every 3 days on the farm. About 33 children are injured every day in an ag-related accident….

Keeping the roads safe this Labor Day weekend

September 1, 2023

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. – (KVRR) – Labor Day weekend is the deadliest summer holiday and the second deadliest yearly holiday behind Thanksgiving. It is also the third busiest travel day of the year. The National Safety Council estimates 455 people die on U.S. roads during this holiday weekend. Some tips to keep yourself and others safe on the road include planning…

The Importance of Protecting Your Skin From The Sun

June 7, 2023

Aaron Walling,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – With the summer months, it means more and more people are outside enjoying the sun. However, it is important to remember to take care of your skin. It also can impact your skin medically and from a beauty standpoint. “Wearing your sun screen. Hydration, keeping hydrated. Lot’s of water helps with the skin.” said Quinn Iwen…

City of Fargo wants to hear from public on 32nd Avenue South reconstruction

The City of Fargo hosts its first of a series of meetings on the 32nd Avenue South reconstruction project and its impact.

May 2, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — 32nd Avenue South’s reconstruction project is broken up into four phases. Most of the project is federally funded, rounding out to around $18 million total. Now, in phase one starting from the east side of 25th to 22nd Street, the city plans to improve road infrastructure and pedestrian access in the area. Construction will eventually move…