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Sheriff frustrated with Fargo over contract to hold inmates in Cass County Jail

August 14, 2025

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) — Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner continues to express frustration with the City of Fargo over a new contract to hold jail inmates arrested by Fargo police. For two years, Jahner says he’s been working to increase the daily rate to house prisoners from $85 a day to $120. Jahner says West Fargo has agreed to the…

Motorcycle Club Organizes Ride to Raise Money for Honor Flight

Rob Peleschak said the club raised around $3,000 with last year's ride.

August 9, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The sound of motorcycle engines firing up set the tone for an exciting day of riding and fundraising in North Dakota. Brothers Keepers MC organized their fifth annual La Familia ride on Saturday, August 9, with the goal being to raise as much money for the Honor Flight of North Dakota/Minnesota. Last year, the ride…

Secretary Scott Turner Makes Stop in North Dakota

Turner toured an affordable housing complex in West Fargo and then attended a roundtable discussion in the Fargo City Commission Chambers.

August 7, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner received a warm reception overall during a visit to Monterey and Brighton Place in West Fargo. The affordable housing development for senior citizens is a Beyond Shelter project, and Turner was able to admire the non-profit’s handiwork when touring one of the units. Flanked by U.S. Senator John…

Kidchella is the Party of the Summer . . . For Kids

Organizers say they wanted the event to have a music festival-type of feel, hence the colorful admission wristbands.

August 3, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s the biggest festival of the year – if you’re a kid, of course. Kidchella returned this weekend to the Lights in West Fargo. The music festival-themed extravaganza packed out the space with all sorts of activities. There were waterslides, group exercises, bracelet making, and even a dance party. West Fargo Events say they know…

Red River Valley Renaissance Faire Closes First Weekend, Looks to Second

The faire got off to a strong start on Saturday, with sunny skies and large crowds.

August 3, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The first weekend of Red River Renaissance Faire is in the books. The event is filled with jousting, live music, crafts, delicious food and drink and so much more! Faire staff said turnout was good both days, and that the wide variety of acts kept festival-goers entertained. They say that the faire offers a special…

Corps of Engineers set to reroute the Red River through diversion control structure next week

July 28, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)– A major milestone for the F-M Diversion project: the Red River of the North will be rerouted through the Red River Control Structure on August 7. A special program will be held that morning at the construction site near County Road 81 south of Fargo. The concrete control structure includes three 50 foot wide Tainter gates which…

National Ice Cream Day Celebrated by Humans, Animals Alike

Many treat-based establishments in the Fargo-Moorhead area offered special promotions.

July 20, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s National Ice Cream Day, and businesses in the F-M metro are celebrating. Scoop n Dough Candy Company in Fargo saw a steady stream of traffic all day. They’re rolling out new merchandise to mark the occasion and say that the enthusiasm from customers was palpable. “It’s hot out, so it’s a wonderful day to enjoy…

‘Summer Splash’ Draws Crowds to The Lights

The water-based event saw strong turnout even under cloudy skies.

July 20, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Lights in West Fargo turned into a water wonderland for the Summer Splash. The event kicked off at 1 and ran until 3 P.M. It featured inflatable waterslides, obstacle courses, a bubble station, and so much more. Event planners say that having the Lights as a venue allows them to offer a wide range…

West Fargo man arrested for Gross Sexual Imposition of a Minor

July 17, 2025

Alison Voorhees,

Nicolas WikaWEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — West Fargo Police Department arrested a suspect for felony gross sexual imposition of a minor. Detectives executed a search warrant and arrested 30-year-old Nicolas Wika inside a West Fargo residence. Police say this remains an open investigation. The Investigations Division partnered with the Red River Children’s Advocacy Center to help the juvenile who was…

Wrapping Up the Red River Valley Fair

Organizers aimed to turn things around after a down year in 2024; they believe they achieved that goal.

July 13, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Even on the final day of the Red River Valley Fair, you could still see kids flocking to the rides, trying out the games, and enjoying all the fair has to offer. After a disappointing 2024, many were curious to see how the fair would adjust – “We’re always looking to change and tweak to…