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Fargo
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sanford Hospital welcomed Fargo's first baby of the new year when little Omar was born at 12:32 a.m. on Jan. 1 (weighing 7 lbs, 5 oz) ahead of schedule, and he now has six siblings ready to greet him. KVRR
- ➤ CAARE Avian Rescue marked New Year’s Day with a colorful in-studio event bringing two birds to adoption. Leaders Candi Willey and Gwen Sailer showcased Bishop (an African Gray with a foot injury) and Simon (a Blue-fronted Amazon who now loves Gwen’s cuddles) for new homes. KVRR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota’s Primary Residence Credit application period began on Thursday for eligible homeowners to apply for up to a $1,600 property tax credit. Applicants must submit online by April 1 to ease property tax costs & help manage living expenses. WDAY Radio
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Hygge Charm Jewelry Workshop
6-12 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium — Ticket required — Create a cozy charm necklace or bracelet while embracing the Danish concept of hygge.
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Nice Boy Haircut Concert
9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Dempsey's Public House — Free entry — Enjoy a polished, high-energy cover band that keeps the dance floor moving all night long.
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Lunch Hour Creativity Practice with Soulful Creations
11:30 a.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Engage in a relaxing creative process during lunch and rejuvenate your soul.
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Day of Bliss: Live Grunge Music
9:00 PM – 1:30 AM — Dempsey's Public House — Free — Experience a high-energy grunge revival with Fargo's own Day of Bliss.
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Donny Dahl Band Live Performance
9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Dempsey's Public House — Free — Experience high-energy covers from a variety of genres with the electrifying Donny Dahl Band.
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Stained Glass Mosaic Coasters Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Unglued Craftatorium — Ticket required — Create your own unique stained glass snowflake with expert guidance and all materials provided.
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Lunch-Time Creativity Workshop
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium — Ticket required — Unwind and spark your creativity while enjoying lunch and a simple drawing practice.
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Stained Glass Hearts Workshop
10 a.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket Required — Create your own unique stained glass snowflake while learning the art of glasswork with hands-on guidance.
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