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July 25: The Great Red River Valley Exposition
The rivalry between Grand Forks and Fargo was especially fierce in 1906. An agreement had been reached that the State Fair would alternate between Grand Forks and Fargo, with Fargo scheduled to host the fair for the first time. But there was some annoyance that Grand Forks was holding a Red River Valley Exposition just prior to Fargo’s fair.
Former Grand Forks mayor dies
GRAND FORKS, ND — Former Grand Forks Mayor Pat Owens has died. She was 83. Mayor Brandon Bochenski says his thoughts and prayers go out to Owens family and everyone impacted by her loss. He said “on behalf of the entire community of Grand Forks, I would like to...
Fargo Man Arrested For Threatening Staff At South University Drive Business
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Fargo man is arrested for threatening staff at a business twice this month. 21-year-old Daniel Ferris was arrested for terrorizing with a dangerous weapon. He was also cited for unlawful possession of marijuana. Police say they responded to a disturbance at an unnamed business...
Mannie steps down as VCSU golf coach
Valley City State head golf coach Clayton Mannie has resigned his position, effective immediately. Mannie has guided the VCSU men's and women's golf teams for the past three seasons. He is stepping down from his golf position to work as a full-time professor in VCSU's technology and STEM education department.
Crowd favorite Blue Angels return to Fargo
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Airsho is this weekend and you might have heard or seen that the Blue Angels are already in town and doing some practice runs. They will headline the airshow on Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. each day. You will see the Blue Angels...
Dog dies after appointment at Fargo pet groomer
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - According to Prairie Dog Daycare, a dog has died just hours after her grooming appointment. Prairie Dog released information about the dog’s death to their Facebook page, which happened on Wednesday, July 24. They say just after 2:30 p.m., the dog arrived at...
“I’m going to save their lives:” Local shelter takes in 7 of 11 dogs facing euthanasia
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Homeward Animal Shelter is still looking for help after they took in 7 of 11 dogs that were all facing euthanasia following being rescued from the Spirit Lake Reservation. Earlier this week, the shelter posted on social media saying they recently recieved a desparate...
Raging Rivers celebrates Christmas in July
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Even in 100-degree temperatures, Raging Rivers was busy Thursday celebrating Christmas in July. To celebrate, Raging Rivers lifeguards wear reindeer antlers on their heads, Christmas music is played through the speakers, and prizes are given to the kids. “So we do three giveaways during the day,...
Heartview and Central Dakota Forensic Nurse Examiners work together on healthy relationship series
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - A lot of us model our relationships based on what we learn at home, but if what you’re learning at home is unhealthy, you might be more at risk of getting into an unhealthy relationship yourself. Kristie Wolff with the Central Dakota Forensic Nurse Examiners...
Olive’s Ice Cream Truck delivers smiles and nostalgia to Bismarck
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Olive the dog is a lover— a lover of ride-alongs, a lover of children, a lover of pup cups. And it just so happens Olive is an English Cream Retriever. It is a fitting breed to be the inspiration for an ice cream truck. “We...
Bismarck’s April Lund – Born To Run – VERY FAST
Here is the thing about April Lund... ..doesn't matter what she just recently conquered, if you ever get a chance to meet this humble and polite Bismarck speedster, she will first ask how YOU are doing. Then maybe ten minutes later she will casually mention that she just broke yet another American record. She is gracious and extremely fast. Check out what she posted the other day on Facebook.
Bike Night – Week 9 – Sassy Sickies Ladies – Always Smiling!
It's a long tradition at Sickies Garage - Wednesday Nights during the summer. If you are driving along State Street on a summer Wednesday night and glance over to the Sickies Garage Burgers and Brews parking lot, no doubt you will see a ton of beautiful bikes, people, AND a couple of the Sickies ladies outside selling drinks.
The City of Bismarck approves 2025 preliminary budget proposal with no tax increase
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - The Bismarck City Commission approved the 2025 preliminary budget during Tuesday’s regular commission meeting without any opposition. The 2025 City of Bismarck Budget will not have any tax increases. The approved preliminary 2025 budget is roughly $404 million. Dmitriy Chernyaka, finance director of the City...
Stitched together by faith: Bismarck's Sister Nancy Gunderson's quilt internationally recognized
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Quilting is no easy task. It takes a great deal of time, planning and dedication to make your vision come to life. After five months of hard work and countless hours sewing, Sister Nancy Gunderson’s vision is alive in her quilt. That vision is now...
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