Aviation Industry Sees Rapidly Growing Demand for Pilots
GRAND FORKS, N.D. -- If you think there have more delayed or canceled flights over the past few years, there are several reasons for that. "It's not just the pilot shortage, it's even the…
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Fargo Food Tours Gives People a Taste of the Metro's Booming Food Scene
FARGO, N.D. -- For a taste of Fargo's booming food scene, there's a new tour letting you sample the flavors of the metro. Fargo Food Tours takes people to iconic local businesses, like…
Bike Workshops Keep Your Ride Feeling Smooth
FARGO, N.D.-- Nature of the North is partnering with Nickel's bike shop to bring beginner and advanced bike maintenance workshops to you. Taking a workshop will help cyclists learn the basics of a…
Ruck Marchers Trek Across North Dakota to Honor Veterans and Raise Awareness for PTSD
FARGO, N.D. -- It's a nearly 400–mile–trek, and it's all to honor veterans who have taken their lives. Ruck marchers went from the Western border of North Dakota to Fargo with 20 pounds…
MN Legislature Approves $48 Billion Budget in Special Session
ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Minnesota's House and Senate ends a special session by passing a $48 billion budget to fund state government for the next two years. The budget bills met their 7 a.m.…
FDA Wants to Standardize Food Expiration Labels to "Best If Used By"
Most of the food we eat come with expiration dates, but those little numbers don't always mean the same thing. Many shoppers are confused by the terms on expiration labels. "Some of…
Small Business Administration Brings Federal Agencies to Local Entrepreneurs
FARGO, N.D. -- Small businesses may have a hard time getting funding for projects. The Small Business Administration brought resources to about 75 entrepreneurs in Fargo. The Small Business Innovation Research tour brings…
Jake Patterson Sentenced to Life in Prison for Kidnapping Jayme Closs, Murdering Her Parents
BARRON, Wis. (FOX 9) - A judge sentenced Jake Patterson, the 21-year-old Wisconsin man who was convicted of kidnapping 13-year-old Jayme Closs and killing her two parents in October 2018, to life in prison Friday. Last October, Patterson…
Fargo South Students Take Breather from Schoolwork with Bruin Bash
FARGO, N.D.-- Fargo South High School students are taking a quick breather from their typical coursework before the weight of finals takes over next week. Students spent the day participating in Bruin…
Former Make-A-Wish Recipient Gives Back with 2nd Annual Eagle Car Show
FARGO, N.D.-- The second annual Eagle Car Show benefiting Make-A-Wish North Dakota is less than a day away. The car show is organized by a former Make-A-Wish recipient, Eli Koppenhaver, who was diagnosed…
Gov. Walz Signs Bill Providing More Protections for Senior Citizens
DILWORTH, Minn. -- Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill into law that gives more protections to senior citizens. That means assisted living facilities will have to make changes, too. Minnesota is the…
Man Arrested After Climbing a Sign and Jumping onto Building
FARGO, N.D.-- Fargo Police were involved in a two–hour standoff this morning and a former Bison football player's father caught it all on camera. 27–year–old Michael Barido was arrested after jumping…
Fargo Businesses Raising Awareness for Parkinson's Disease
FARGO, N.D.-- Nutrition Now and Nutrition Central in Fargo are raising money for a good cause. For every shake they sell, $1 will be donated to the Parkinson's Foundation Minnesota Chapter. The…
USDA Plan Pays Farmers $16 Billion Amid China Trade War
WASHINGTON - The Department of Agriculture announces a plan to provide $16 billion to help farmers impacted by the trade war with China. It gives $14.5 billion in direct payments to producers covering commodities…
Local First Responders Lean on Each Other to Help F-M Community
FARGO, N.D.-- National EMS Week is wrapping up and F-M Ambulance and Fargo Sanford Airmed are honoring the hard work their first responders put in all year long. A senior director with…
Fargo Gordmans Celebrates Grand Reopening
FARGO, N.D.-- With a little TLC, Fargo Gordmans is celebrating its grand reopening. The West Fargo High School band sparked excitement this morning as city and store members held a ribbon cutting ceremony.…
LIVE: Pet Connection: Meet Mufasa
Whether you call it "pouncing," or jumping up, it can be a divisive issue for dog owners. Some love it and encourage it in their pets. And some can't stand it and work…
Chamber of Commerce Launches Fueling Our Future Initiative
FARGO, N.D. -- The Chamber and Economic Development Corporation are spearheading a new initiative, with the public and private sectors working together to make the local economy stronger. The three pillars the Fueling…
AARP Hosts 'Lunch and Learn' to Teach People About How to Protect Themselves Against Scams
FARGO, N.D.-- Robo–calls are nothing new in our area, but scams come in all shapes and sizes. According to the AARP Fraud Watch Network, a con artist steals someone's identity every…
Suspect in Sioux Falls Deputy-Involved Shooting Facing Multiple Charges
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -The Minnehaha County State’s Attorney has charged the man in connection with an incident that led to a deputy-involved shooting in Sioux Falls on Tuesday. 44-year-old George Lee Rinzy,…
Fargo South Senior P.R.A.N.K Was a Success
FARGO, N.D.-- Its tradition for graduating seniors to pull a senior prank on their school, but South High school students are taking the word prank and giving it a new meaning. Prank,…
Sen. Hoeven Works To Get New Manned Flying Mission For Fargo's Happy Hooligans
WASHINGTON -- Work is ongoing in Washington, D.C. to secure another manned flying mission for Fargo's Happy Hooligans. North Dakota Sen. John Hoeven met with Lieutenant General L. Scott Rice, the Director of…
Sen. Smith Introduces Bills Aimed to Lower Drug Prices
WASHINGTON - With the cost of medicine rapidly rising, Democratic Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith introduces two bills to help lower the cost of drugs. One is called the Ensuring…
University of St. Thomas "Involuntarily" Removed From MIAC
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - The University of St. Thomas will no longer be part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC). MIAC announced Wednesday St. Thomas is being “involuntarily removed” from membership in…
75 Years Later: World War Two Veterans Spend Last Reunion in Fargo-Moorhead
MOORHEAD, Minn. -- It's been 75 years of reunions for World War Two veterans who served on the USS Block Island. The carrier was the only one to sink in the Atlantic…
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Churches think creatively to keep holiday traditions alive through the pandemic
FARGO, N.D. -- One of the most the difficult things people have had to miss out on during the pandemic is attending church; a practice that many hold close to their hearts. "A lot…
Fargo Cass Public Health Business Response Team upholds new Covid-19 regulations
FARGO, N.D. -- Since the pandemic began, some local businesses have struggled to stay afloat while ensuring they are following the right protocols. The Covid Business Response Team is available to ensure and…
The Boiler Room owner whiplashed over ND Covid-19 regulations
FARGO, N.D. - The owner of The Boiler Room took to Facebook to share his frustration of new Covid-19 rules in North Dakota. Dan Hurder's post on social media late last week poked fun at…
Minnesota Twins cancel Winter Caravan, TwinsFest
MINNEAPOLIS (KVRR) - The Twins Winter Caravan, an annual Minnesota tradition for the past 60 years, has been canceled for 2021. “An offseason without our longstanding and beloved fan events is certainly tough to digest,…
Walz expected to announce pausing fall & winter sports on Wednesday
SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Governor Tim Walz says he will announce restrictions on sports in Minnesota on Wednesday. Walz expects to pause all high school and club games for fall and winter seasons. That…
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Not only are planets easy to spot, but look towards the constellation Leo to see a meteor shower this week.
Thinking Green: Toilet Conversion
It's one of the most divisive issues in our country today. Not masks. Not the presidential election. It's low flow toilets. Join the conversation about conversion in this week's Thinking Green.
Brewery Aging Beer Underneath Lake of the Woods Ice
Craft beer is getting more and more complex. You've got beer brewed with everything from candy bars to fruit to chocolate chip cookies. And like fine wine, it's increasingly popular to age craft…
LIVE: Warm Hands, Warm Hearts Helps Give People In Need Winter Gear
A growing number of businesses are helping people in need get the warm winter gear they need this season. The Downtown Community Partnership's Warm Hands, Warm Hearts drive is up and running. Participating…
Breckenridge's Mertes Wins High School Play of the Week
FARGO, N.D. — This week’s winner of the DJ Colter High School Play of the Week goes to Breckenridge’s James Mertes. The Cowboys took home 75 percent of the votes in a close battle…
Fargo students receive unique masks for music classes
FARGO, N.D.-- The morale of the students was lowering when we couldn't be singing or playing. That's absolutely happening with the teachers because they just want to be making music with their kids," Performing…
City Commissioners try to strike down Mayor Mahoney's Covid-19 order
FARGO, N.D. -- The coronavirus surge in North Dakota is among the worst in the U.S. Cass County is playing a big part. "The cases in the state as well as Cass County…
Fargo libraries transition to no contact operations
FARGO, N.D. -- Due to rising COVID-19 numbers and increased restrictions, the Fargo Public Library has chosen to transition to non-contact operations for the safety of everyone. All three Fargo public libraries are closed…
MN Dept. of Health has new method to contact trace COVID-19 cases
MINNESOTA - The Minnesota Department of Health is trying a new method for COVID-19 contact tracing and case investigation. It will send a text to those who have tested positive and their close…
RedHawks Honored as Organization of the Year by American Association
FARGO, N.D. – (REDHAWKS PR) The American Association of Independent Professional Baseball has named Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks as the 2020 Organization of Year. This honor is voted on by team representatives from all 12 teams. In…
NCAA in talks with Indianapolis to host all of March Madness
INDIANAPOLIS - The NCAA announced Monday it plans to hold the entire 2021 men’s college basketball tournament in one geographic location to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 and is in talks with Indianapolis to be the…
LIVE: Minnesota Secretary Of State Calls State's Election "A Model For The Nation"
Amid national controversy and unfounded claims of election fraud, Minnesota's Secretary of State calls his state's election process "a model for the nation". Steve Simon joined KVRR's morning show Monday. He says just…
Ask Danny: Sweating Windows
The temperatures these days are not exactly ones that are going to make you all sweaty and hot when you're running around outside. But there is one kind of sweating you might want to…
Social Distancing: Holiday Movie Bingo
Holiday movies are dropping faster than anyone in their right mind can watch them. If you're looking for comfort food on screen with a guaranteed happy ending as a salve for these…
Concordia College's SALT association provides comfort for community
MOORHEAD, Minn.-- As the seasons change and the temperatures drop, Concordia's 'Students and Alumni Linked Together' association partner up with non-profit 'Project Linus' by providing comfort and security through blankets. "Project Linus itself is a…
Nonprofit helps ensure local families spend holiday season full of turkey, gratitude and thanks
FARGO, N.D. -- The Faith4Hope nonprofit is helping local families in the metro ensure they have a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. "This time of year we know that it's a happy occasion but it also can…
Some Say statewide mask mandate should've been done 'months ago'
FARGO, N.D.- With COVID-19 cases on the rise in the state, Governor Doug Burgum has now issued a statewide mask mandate. Governor Burgum made the announcement late Friday night through social media. "The State…
Bismarck man creates COVID Memorial Project to honor coronavirus victims
BISMARCK, N.D. -- At a nursing home in the small town of Bottineau, North Dakota, Cathy Jose was one of 18 people who lost their battle with COVID-19 in the span of two and a…
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