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Fargo
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Deanna Dahlsad invites local residents to join a Valentine’s card swap at Lunatique Boutique in downtown this Saturday, Feb. 14 — extra cards will be donated to Micah’s Mission for the homeless. Bring both handmade and store-bought cards to help foster community connection. KVRR
- ➤ Yesterday, veterans gathered at West Acres Mall parking lot to raise funds for Fisher House Freeze Out but canceled a flag raising because heavy winds made it unsafe (they offered cookies and coffee), with donations helping reach an $8 million goal for a planned 13,000 sqft facility with 16 suites. KVRR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fargo Public School Board announced plans this week to save over $5 million for next school year by cutting staffing positions and reducing expenses — the board will finalize the 2026‑2027 budget by June. KVRR
- ➤ North Dakota State University and RAND launched a research partnership to study workforce trends, rural healthcare, agricultural innovation, and economic sustainability in the region—initial findings will be released later this year to inform local policy. NDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utility regulators approved a compromise rate increase for Xcel Energy customers in July 2024 that raised overall costs by 10.37% and residential rates by 12.92%, shielding rate-payers from funding Minnesota renewable projects — resulting in an average monthly increase of about $11.94. KVRR
- ➤ Moorhead City Council is set to discuss a new housing shelter for young adults (at 502 and 512 3rd Ave S) on Monday, Feb. 10. The proposed 25-unit space is recommended by Youthworks to serve homeless and housing-challenged youths aged 18 to 24. KVRR
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Bounce in the Valley
Feb 13-16 — Red River Valley Fair Association — Admission cost varies — Experience a high-energy inflatable adventure perfect for families and kids of all ages.
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Wood Burning and Watercolors Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Registration required — Explore wood burning and watercolor techniques while creating floral designs.
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Pirates on Cassette: Live Music Experience
9:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Dempsey's Public House — Free entry — Enjoy a lively mixtape experience with this high-energy variety band performing crowd-favorite hits.
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NDHSAA State Hockey Tournament 3 Day Pass
10 AM – 2 PM — Scheels Arena — Admission fees apply — Catch thrilling hockey action as the best teams in North Dakota compete for the state title.
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Stained Glass Mosaic Workshop
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — All supplies provided — Create a unique stained glass mosaic suncatcher with expert guidance.
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Matt Mason Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Aquarium — $20ADV — Experience the authentic sounds of country music with Matt Mason and opener David Allen.
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