Valentine’s Day

Grand Forks man charged with attempted murder after Valentine’s Day stabbing

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) — A Grand Forks man is now charged with attempted murder for stabbing a former girlfriend on Valentine’s Day at the Lagrave Place Apartments. Court documents show 42-year-old Fernando Lucio arrived with Valentine’s gifts and then left to get the victim cough drops. Her kids reported that Lucio returned and told the woman “you don’t appreciate…

Drekker Celebrates Anti-Valentine’s Day with “Love Stinks” Event

The emo-themed extravaganza featured all-day flash tattoo from Amarok.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – For many, Saturday was all about love, passion, and celebrating togetherness with your committed romantic partner. Brewhalla made sure they offered an alternative for those not too keen on those concepts. The Drekker taproom played host to “Love Stinks”, a tattooing and craft event also celebrating the emo genre of music. Amarok Tattoo was in-house doing…

Save a Life Saturday Brings Hands-Only CPR Training to West Acres

Just knowing how to do proper chest compressions on someone in cardiac distress could literally mean the difference between life and death.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Valentine’s Day brought many a shopper to West Acres looking to pick up a little something special – but they may have acquired lifesaving skills on top of their gifts. Sanford Ambulance and the NDSCS EMS Club joined forces for their eighth annual Save a Life Saturday from noon to 4 P.M. Interested passerby were taught…

The Fargo Air Museum makes Valentine’s cards for veterans

FARGO, N.D. — The Fargo Air Museum is making Valentine’s cards for veterans ahead of the holiday. People were invited to come to the museum to make a Valentine’s card for veterans to show their appreciation and support. The cards range from the creative to the sentimental and have words of encouragement. This is the first year the museum has…

Local Businesses Gear Up for Valentine’s Day

FARGO-MOORHEAD —  Valentine’s Day will be here soon and local businesses are getting ready for consumers to spend big. According to a survey from the National Retail Federation, Americans are spending just under $24 billion on Valentine’s Day. That’s slightly more than last year’s $21.8 billion and less than 2020’s $27.4 dollars. The average is expected to be around $175…

How to keep Valentine’s Day flowers safe from the cold

"They will freeze outside within minutes especially with the colder temperatures..."

FARGO, N.D.  (KVRR) – With Valentine’s Day this weekend, florists in the area are warning the public about what the cold can do to flowers. They say it is crucial to order ahead of time and plan out deliveries as most flowers could be left at the doorstep in this very cold weather. People seeking to purchase a bouquet of…

Skip The Red Roses: How To Be Unique With A Traditional Valentine’s Day Gift

Family Fare Florist Shows Us How To Be Creative With A Last-Minute Floral Gift

You know how the poem starts: “Roses are red, violets are blue”? Well, that doesn’t have to be the case, even for Valentine’s Day. And there’s still time to surprise your Valentine with a heartfelt, personalized custom bouquet. West Fargo Family Fare Floral Manager Sammi Hintz shows us some ideas for a custom bouquet that you can personalize for your…

Better Business Bureau Warns About Valentines Day Scams

The Better Business Bureau says before you purchase flowers online, make sure the shop exists by calling or visiting the location

FARGO, N.D. — As you get ready to splurge on your loved ones this Valentine’s Day, make sure you aren’t getting scammed in the process. Fake, online flower shops are one of the scams you could come across. The Better Business Bureau says before you purchase flowers online, make sure the shop exists by calling or visiting the location. The…

Five Couples Compete in a “Not-So-Newlywed” Game on Valentine’s Day

Couples ranging from recently engaged to being married for 65 years answered questions about each other

FARGO, N.D. — Five couples competed against each other in a special version of the Newlywed Game. At Touchmark at Harwood Grove in Fargo, a wide variety of couples answered questions about each other and exchanged some laughs in the Not–So–Newlywed challenge. The game was meant to celebrate Valentine’s Day and showcase how love can last. One couple has been…