This Week’s Top Stories

Here are a few of this week’s top stories from the KBRFRadio.com Newsroom:

4th of July Summer Safely: Fire and Firework Safety Awareness

With 4th of July weekend celebrations happening, safety awareness should be an important topic as the risk for fires and injury also becomes increasingly significant.

Bike MS: Ride Across Minnesota 2023

The much-anticipated Bike MS: Ride Across Minnesota 2023 is set to commence from July 24 to 28, 2023, beginning and ending in Ottertail, Minnesota.

Ryan Tungseth Named Interim Executive Director of Greater Fergus Falls

The Board of Directors of Greater Fergus Falls (GFF) is proud to announce that Ryan Tungseth has been named Interim Executive Director of Greater Fergus Falls.

Kaddatz Announces 3rd Exhibition of its Year of Beck Series – C. Beck: Blocks & Prints

To honor the late Charles Beck, a central figure in the local arts scene, a year-long tribute featuring exhibitions, educational programs, and special events has been coordinated throughout the year in Fergus Falls.

New Voice of the Bison Named

The North Dakota State University Athletic Department, its multimedia rights holder LEARFIELD, and Radio FM Media have announced Sam Neidermann as “Voice of the Bison” beginning this upcoming season.

The White Rabbit to Open in Downtown Fergus Falls

Greater Fergus Falls (GFF) is privileged to announce that The White Rabbit, a curious home goods store, is scheduled to open Thursday, July 6th.

Pelican Pete Statue Returns

Pelican Pete, the famous 15.5-foot-tall pelican statue, made its come back as it was moved into place today on the river side near the newly remodeled rapids as part of the river restoration project.

Becker County Authorities Searching for Murder Suspect

Authorities in west-central Minnesota are looking for a man from Ogema  charged with second-degree murder in a shooting Sunday night in Pine Point on the White Earth Reservation.

4th of July Celebration Events in Erhard

The Erhard 4th of July committee is organizing a day-long event that promises an energetic blend of entertainment, food, and community bonding.

Recent Burglary Report Leads to Arrest of Three Adults for Involvement in Multiple Thefts and Burglaries From Over the Past Year

A burglary reported on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 has lead to the arrests of three adults for their involvement in multiple thefts and burglaries over the past year.

Sugar High Dispensary Expands into Manufacturing

Greater Fergus Falls (GFF) is privileged to announce that Sugar High Cannabis Consulting & Dispensary is expanding into manufacturing MN-compliant edibles including hemp-derived THC (Delta 8 and Delta 9) gummies, caramels, chocolates, and CBD topical salves that will be sold exclusively at their retail storefront location at 123 E. Lincoln Ave in Fergus Falls later this fall.

Veterans Home Celebrated with Event Representing 25 years of Exemplary Service to our Veterans

Despite inclement weather cancelling the anticipated Stars and Stripes parade, attendees filled the Veterans Home on Saturday, June 24th to partake in the celebratory program.