FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) –West Acres Mall reflects on 50 years. West Acres Mall is celebrating its special day by looking at its humble beginning and how far it’s come. William Schlossman had a vision. “The inspiration came out of necessity. He was managing the black building and Sears was 40,000 feet. They wanted to be more than twice that size…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Early voting in Cass County is underway for the primary election featuring the Fargo mayoral race and crowded city commission race which has 15 candidates running for two open slots. It’s Fargo’s second election featuring approval voting where people can vote for as many candidates as they like in the race for mayor and city commission….
FARGO-MOORHEAD (KVRR) – Construction in F-M Metro picks up with spring weather. The frost is long gone and road construction work is kicking into high gear in the metro and around the region. “Contractors want to get out there and get the maintenance worked on for us so we bid on a number of projects over the winter time and…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A hotel a few blocks north of West Acres Mall is quickly turning into rubble. Demolition crews are at work leveling Red River Inn & Suites. The building has sat on the corner of 9th Avenue and 38th Street South for years and has operated under different names through the years. Fargo city assessor’s office says…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)–The twelfth annual Unglued Craft Fest kicks off at West Acres Mall. Their mission is to unite local creators and showcase their crafts with the community. 70 different craft makers gather and offer a variety of products like decorated baked goods, candles, jewelry, handmade press on nails, and more. Each both sales their products at the price they…
FARGO, ND (KVRR) — Franklin Ugochukwu is a Nigerian visual artist who uses his skills and imagination to share his voice and the stories of people through a single portrait. “The underlying message of my art and my work is love,” he said. Franklin says that it has been a heartwarming experience being able to connect with the public through…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Market at West Acres is back up and running after shutting down operations last year due to the pandemic. It’s a partnership with the mall and the Northern Plains Botanic Garden Society to bring fresh produce to people. Some of the produce includes peas, potatoes, and onions. The market will be running until October 16th…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties is back at it again by giving out food to families in need. “We had one lady said that she just moved out of the homeless shelter and was moving into an apartment and this will be the first food she will put in her new apartment, so that…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A new store opens inside West Acres Mall. Performance clothing store Athleta held its grand opening at 10 this morning. Employees of the store say it’s been quite the busy day but nonetheless they are excited to welcome shoppers. Staff from the store say they had a line waiting out the door before they opened. The…
FARGO-MOORHEAD – Fargo-Moorhead firefighters take part in the annual ‘Ring the Bell’ fundraiser to raise money for the Salvation Army. Every year off duty Firefighters compete with law enforcement and realtors to see who can raise the most money. This year they will be ringing bells at 26 kettles throughout the community. Bruce Anderson with the Fargo fire department has…
