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West Fargo Police Chief Heith Janke is Sworn In

The new leader promises to focus on trust and bringing in a sense of family

WEST FARGO, ND — More than four months after West Fargo Police Chief Mike Reitan was terminated, the department’s new chief is sworn in. Former FBI supervisory agent Heith Janke became the department’s new leader. Just after 5:30 on Monday afternoon, a man and his family started their new lives in West Fargo after moving from Kansas City. “It is…

Woman Arrested for DUI After Driving into a Police Car

The officer inside the car was injured in the crash

WEST FARGO, ND — A woman was arrested for DUI after injuring a West Fargo officer by crashing into his squad car. It happened right outside the main entrance of the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. In the early hours of Sunday morning, police said a traffic stop on County Road 28 was interrupted by a crash. They said 29-year-old Ashley…

9/11 Mobile Exhibit for Military Appreciation Day at the Red River Valley Fair

The goal is to bring the exhibit to all 50 states so 9/11 firefighters can talk to people about what happened that day

WEST FARGO, ND — It’s Military Appreciation Day at the Red River Valley Fair. In the past four years, a 9/11 mobile exhibit has made its way to 28 states. Now, it’s here in the metro for the Red River Valley Fair in West Fargo. The goal is to bring the exhibit to all 50 states so 9/11 firefighters can…

Facebook Post Leads to Shut Down of Free Rabbits at the Red River Valley Fair

The Red River Valley Fair issued a statement saying since the discovery the rabbits have been relocated and are no longer being used as prizes

  WEST FARGO, ND — Some people were not happy to see the prize being given away at a carnival stand at the Red River Valley Fair. This Murphy Brothers Carnival stand was giving away live rabbits as prizes. These pictures were posted to Facebook last night with a caption saying she had confronted the man and asked where the…

West Fargo Wrestling Coach Kevin Fynboh Resigns

Fynboh led the Packers for two seasons

WEST FARGO, N.D. — After leading the West Fargo wrestling squad to a state tournament berth in each of his two seasons, Kevin Fynboh is stepping down as head coach. During the past two seasons, a dozen Packers made the state tournament. “Coach Fynboh has done a great job with our wrestling program the past two years leading a room…

LIVE: Red River Valley Fair

KVRR's Jackie Kelly Talks With Katy Stenerson, the Marketing Coordinator, About the Fair

KVRR’s Jackie Kelly talks with Katy Stenerson, the Sponsorship & Marketing Coordinator of the Red River Valley Fair, about what people can expect this year. Click here for a link to this years fair schedule. Categories: Morning – Features, Morning – In The Community Tags: red river valley fair, West Fargo

New Attractions Coming to the Red River Valley Fair

There are a few new attractions and deals to look out for this season

WEST FARGO, ND — Hundreds of people from across the country are setting up the annual six day long Red River Valley Fair which kicks off tomorrow. There are a few new attractions and deals to look out for this season. KVRR’s Nick Broadway joins us live from the fairgrounds in West Fargo with more. Categories: Business, Community, Local News,…

West Fargo Family of Six Escapes Burning Home

Within minutes, firefighters arrived on scene and battled the blaze until about four this morning

WEST FARGO, ND — A West Fargo family of six was able to escape after fire breaks out and flames fully engulf their house. As this house went up in flames this morning, neighbors say they’ve never seen anything so terrifying. West Fargo Firefighter Perry McClellan was on his way home at about 1 a.m. when he spotted flames coming from…

Fargo Post 2 Wins Pair of Home Games

Post 2 downs Manitoba and West Fargo on Wednesday

FARGO, N.D. — In its first two games since winning the Fargo-Moorhead Tournament, Fargo Post 2 continued its dominance with a pair of wins on Wednesday. Post 2 took down Manitoba behind an impressive offensive performance to win 11-6. In the second game of the day, West Fargo was the victim. Fargo won that contest 7-5 in come-from-behind fashion. Categories:…

Fourth of July Fireworks Cause Several Fires in the Metro

Seven fires in West Fargo, two in Fargo and one severe injury all took place this July 4th

FARGO, ND — Several fires took place in the metro following the 4th of July celebrations, all in connection to fireworks. Fireworks are all fun and games until someone or something gets hurt. Seven fires in West Fargo, two in Fargo and one severe injury all took place this July 4th, and they have one thing in common. “Probably five…