FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — An open records request by KVRR Local News has revealed a letter that indicates former Metro Diversion Executive Director Joel Paulsen was placed on administrative leave shortly before he resigned. That letter was never signed by Paulsen, who resigned shortly after. The notice, which is signed by Metro Flood Diversion Authority Board Chair Shelly Carlson, lists questions regarding Paulsen’s communication with two developers, Red River Valley Alliance, LLC and ASN Constructors, as well as relationship issues with Authority staff as the reasons for this leave. The notice al ..read more

(video to come) GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR)– The highest scoring player in the transfer portal this offseason for college hockey was RIT center Carter Wilkie. Earlier this month, he announced his commitment to North Dakota. Wilkie visited UND and Wisconsin before announcing his commitment to NoDak. The Calgary, Alberta native registered back-to-back 40-point seasons for the Tigers and helped lead his team to the NCAA tournament this season. Wilkie has one year of eligibility remaining and spoke to the media Thursday on why he chose UND. “A goal of mine was to win a championship here [at RIT], but ..read more

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — I-94 west of West Fargo is down to one lane in each direction for FM Area Diversion work. The lane closures are less than one mile and will last through Friday. Then on Monday, single lane closures will change to the right driving lanes and remain that way until bypass lanes are complete, which is expected in June. Speeds will be reduced. You can look forward to a short closure of the westbound on-ramp, the weigh station, and the eastbound off-ramp at Exit 342 to connect the ramps to the new bypass lanes in the future. Categories: Local News, North Dakota News Tags ..read more

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — West Fargo Police Department is launching a new app to make it easy for people to submit anonymous tips. The app, built by tip411 which works to develop apps like this with various police departments, will allow police in West Fargo to receive anonymous tips through the app or text. The technology removes all identifying information before the tips are shared with law enforcement; helping to ensure anonymity for those leaving tips. The app is available on Google Play and the iTunes App Store. You can also leave a tip by texting keyword WFPD to 8-4-7-4-1-1. Categories ..read more

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR/UND) — North Dakota First Lady Kathryn Burgum continues to work to eliminate the stigma and shame of addiction. She was the featured speaker at the 10th annual Women for Philanthropy Luncheon at UND. North Dakota started a statewide stigma survey in 2018 to evaluate the baseline attitudes people have toward addiction and recovery. A 2021 survey found the state has experienced an 11% reduction in stigmatized attitudes. Burgum, who has been in long-term recovery for over 20 years, talks about her experiences to encourage others with addiction issues to seek treatment. “Is ..read more

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Navy Week is returning to Fargo in July. The event was last held in the metro in 2021. Navy Week brings sailors from across the fleet to the area to showcase the importance of the Navy. Between 50 and 75 sailors from across the nation will volunteer throughout the community and discuss why the Navy matters to Fargo. It’ll be held July 22-28 and will be the third Navy Week hosted by Fargo and the surrounding communities. Categories: Local News, North Dakota News Tags: FARGO, navy week, sailors ..read more

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo-based Packet Digital has big plans to build a battery cell factory in North Dakota. The company is already known for being a leader in designing and manufacturing batteries for drones. The state’s first battery cell plant will be built in north Fargo. The company has been given a $17 million award by the Clean Sustainable Energy Authority, a branch of North Dakota’s Industrial Commission. Packet Digital leaders say they are on track to make the U.S. a larger player in drone battery manufacturing. The goal is to manufacture battery cells by the end of 2025 with the fa ..read more

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Downtown Fargo is getting a new entertainment club called Good Times on NP. Fargo Liquor Control Board has approved a Class C liquor license for the business. Owner Cordell Hoff told the board the plan is to open the comedy club and speakeasy within the next several weeks at 623 NP Avenue. He says they will have “open nights” with comedians and local musicians and on regular nights there will be a beer bar. It will have an occupancy rating of 189 but he doesn’t expect to have near that amount. Good Times on NP will be open from 4 p.m. to midnight. The license still ne ..read more

WEST FARGO (KVRR) – What is old is new in West Fargo, as a new company has taken over the former Howard Johnson and is bringing a new motel on Main Ave. Studio 7 on Main is set for a grand opening on Friday, as they bring in a weekly rates approach with new renovations inside the building. The Howard Johnson was closed for a few years and this new company is looking to add new options for those looking for a place to sleep at night while visiting the Fargo-Moorhead area. “I feel like it shows that Fargo is booming, Fargo is growing, that Fargo is a great place to live and people are not giving ..read more

FARGO — Licorice is a noteworthily divisive candy, but in spite of her shiny black coat, Licorice may be misnamed, because this dog has something to appeal to practically everybody. She’s a one-and-a-half-year-old pit bull mix, and as you can see, she’s got that great big pittie smile and that sweet, cuddly, pittie personality. She has the distinctive forehead wrinkles that give pittie faces so much character, and her disposition is just as charming as her appearance. Licorice gets along with pretty much everyone. Pit bulls have a problematic reputation, but as a matter of fact they were trad ..read more