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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.

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…

Major Storm Front Brewing Late Friday Evening Into Saturday Evening

(KVRR) — A major storm front is expected to hit parts of North Dakota into west central Minnesota starting later this evening into Saturday evening. Scattered thunderstorms were expected to start sometime this afternoon with gusty winds, lightning, and small hail. Rain will change into freezing rain from west to east tonight. Snow is to be expected to start in…

Heaviest Snow of the Season Falls In Minneapolis: 7.4 Inches at MSP Airport

MINNEAPOLIS (KVRR/AP) — Minneapolis-St. Paul, southern Minnesota and much of Iowa are dealing with a lot of fresh snow from a powerful winter storm. The storm brought the heaviest snow of the season to Minneapolis, where National Weather Service reported 7.4 inches at the airport. That easily beat the 5.5 inches that fell at the airport December 19. Other parts…

National Weather Service Predicts Little To No Flooding This Spring

FARGO, N.D.  (KVRR) — National Weather Service of Grand Forks says probabilities for flooding in the Red River and Devils Lake basins have decreased slightly. The last flood outlook was issued just two weeks ago. In that time, the area has seen continued below normal precipitation. They expect near average spring flood threats at this time. This comes as the…

Sauna Experience Heats up Drekker

The traditional wood-burning sauna was available for rent in hour-long slots.

FARGO, N.D. – An extended cold snap like the one we’re going through can make people seek warmth in interesting fashions. Drekker Brewing decided to team up with Folkways and provide a traditional way for folks to get toasty. A classic wood-fired sauna was brought to the Drekker patio for the 15th and the 16th of February. Groups of up…

“Snow Much Fun” Event Unveils Snow Sculpture Garden

The medieval-themed display will be in West Fargo's POW-MIA Plaza for the forseeable future.

A snow dragon on display in downtown West Fargo.WEST FARGO, N.D. – Yes, it’s a little bit chilly outside. But that has the added benefit of keeping some unique works of art in downtown West Fargo intact for many days to come. Today, the City of West Fargo unveiled several massive snow sculptures at the POW-MIA Plaza. The “Snow Much…

Move your vehicles from Downtown Fargo avenues Sunday, December 22

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Public Works is urging people downtown to move their vehicles from avenues so they can easily move snow. It’s scheduled to begin the evening of Sunday, December 22 and crews will work into Monday morning. Vehicles located in no-parking areas on Downtown’s east/west avenues will be impounded to ensure crews can complete snow removal efforts….

Snowmobile Season Begins in North Dakota

Trail availability is subject to change given snowfall amounts.

NORTH DAKOTA – Big day for outdoor recreation enthusiasts. It is the official start to snowmobile season in North Dakota. The state has 2,800 miles of snowmobile trails to cruise and explore. However, it takes work keeping that much area safe and well-maintained. So trail groomers are out and about, making sure there’s adequate snow cover and putting signs in…

Drivers Grapple With Road Conditions After First Snow of Winter

Fargo Public Works began plowing right at midnight, but over 20 crashes were still reported to the police department.

FARGO, N.D. – It’s been so long since people in the Fargo-Moorhead area have seen snow, one could almost forgive them for being caught off guard on their morning commutes. The Fargo Public Works department, however, was primed and ready. “We’re coping well,” said Fargo Public Works Service Manager Corey Houim. “Crews hit the streets last night after midnight, we’ve…