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Red River Zoo Offers “Zoocation” for Kids Despite Heavy Snow Amounts

A zoo staff member says the zoo is working to keep the paths and exhibits safe for its visitors and animals

March 11, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. – The Red River Zoo is adding an educational aspect to spring break for kids with a day at the zoo. Despite the piles of snow spread throughout the entire zoo, zoo staff members are making spring break fun by teaching kids about being a zookeeper. Kids spent the day learning about the healthcare, training, and science behind…

“I’m done with it”: People Cleanup Winter’s Mess Across the Region

West Fargo will have crews clearing out sidewalks in the city starting at 4:00 in the morning

March 10, 2019

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — With storm after storm, it’s safe to say enough is enough. “Yeah, we’re sick of it. Tired of it and we’re running out of places to push it,” said Dan Birnbaum, West Fargo street foreman. “I hate it,” said Tanner Larson. “I’m done. I’m ready for it to be done. My blower quit halfway through the…

Heavy Snow Too Much For Some Buildings, Roof Damage Reported In FM Metro

Partial Roof Collapse at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church and Trail King Industries

March 10, 2019

KVRR Staff,

St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church/Trail King IndustriesMOORHEAD, MN — A partial roof collapse caused by snow build-up did significant damage to a section of St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church in Moorhead. The collapse was reported just after noon. Deputy Fire Chief Benton Hicks says it was a “miracle” no one was hurt. Church services were canceled due to…

Fargo Public Works Has All Crews Out Clearing Roads

The snow in this storm has more moisture to it

March 9, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Fargo Public Works says they have all their crews out working 24 hours throughout the storm. They say the difference is that this snow has more moisture to it, and the temperatures outside are more moderate. They also say they’ve been working on clearing snow from the sides of roads for weeks. “It’s a March storm, typically they’re…

Local Dad Builds Epic Snow Tubing Track in Front Yard

He was inspired by the sheer amount of snow that has fallen

March 8, 2019

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — A local dad has built quite the epic snow tubing track in his front yard. Brian Johnson has been working on the track since February and the top is over six feet tall. He even created a staircase out of snow and added lights to the sides. He says all six of his kids enjoy sliding down the…

Red River Zoo Calls in Reinforcements to Help With Snow in First Ever Shovelfest

Zoo staff have been shoveling 24/7 this winter

March 3, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Sometimes there’s too much snow for the Red River Zoo to handle. “It’s just almost backbreaking. Removing snow from the animal exhibits as well as along the pathways. The morale goes down because it seems endless,” said Sally Jacobson, executive director of the zoo. Meaning it’s time to phone a friend or in this case, over 40…

Red River Zoo Looking for Volunteers to Shovel Snow

Zoo leaders say they are running out of space to put the excess snow

February 27, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Red River Zoo is looking for volunteers to help shovel and remove snow from the exhibits. The zoo would like anyone at least 18 years old and over to come and do some shoveling. So far, Sally Jacobson, the Executive Director of the Red River Zoo, says 15 people are taking part in the Shovel Fest. She says…

Xcel Energy Urges Customers to Clear Snow from Gas Meters

Gently move snow with a shovel or brush, never a snowblower

February 27, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Xcel Energy is urging its customers to make sure their gas meters and other equipment are cleared of snow and ice. It’s important so natural gas doesn’t build up from clogged vents. You should also make sure melting snow isn’t dripping on your gas meter. Gently move snow with a shovel or brush and never a snow blower….

Fire Departments Remind Residents to Shovel Out Fire Hydrants

The fire department says you should shovel out a 3–foot perimeter around your hydrant

February 20, 2019

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FARGO, N.D. — Fire departments want to remind you to shovel out the snow around your nearest fire hydrant. If your fire hydrants are buried under snow, firefighters say there could be a serious delay in getting a fire put out. The Fargo Fire Department shared a video from Oshkosh, Wisconsin that shows how much time and effort it takes…

Plow Driver Hit Near Valley City, 2nd Time This Winter

February 20, 2019

Site Staff,

VALLEY CITY, N.D. – An NDDOT snow plow driver gets hit by a vehicle for the second time this winter. It happened around 3:30 PM Wednesday on eastbound Interstate 94 in Valley City. The North Dakota Highway Patrol says the plow was clearing snow from the passing lane when a Chevrolet Silverado drove into snow fog created by the plow…