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Fargo
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ AARP North Dakota will host a cybercrime seminar on Wednesday, Apr. 15 at the James Carlson Branch of the Fargo Public Library and a document shredding event on Saturday, Apr. 25 in West Fargo to help older adults avoid scams. KVRR
- ➤ A truckload of 40,000 pounds of food was delivered to the Great Plains Food Bank from a nationwide effort by America250 and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The donation will feed over 167,000 families, and more deliveries are scheduled in the coming weeks. KVRR
- ➤ Veterans Honor Flight (ND/MN) announced a fifth flight set to depart from Grand Forks International Airport in November for a free trip to Washington, D.C., while a double flight is planned from Fargo on May 10-12 to extend this opportunity for more veterans. KVRR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Coca-Cola High Country held a groundbreaking ceremony in West Fargo on April 8 and company and city officials celebrated plans to build a new distribution plant with improved truck docking and a separate fleet shop (construction is expected to take about a year). KVRR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fargo's NDSU senior Emily Mikhail worked at NASA (Langley) last summer on lunar lander research for the Artemis II mission; she was named an Astronaut Scholar for 2025 to 2026 and will begin an internship with Blue Origin next summer. KVRR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ BIO Girls (for Beautiful Inside and Out) is hosting its annual Find Your Kind 5k on April 29 in Fargo, where over 300 girls from second to sixth grade will run or walk to boost their physical activity and mental well-being. KVRR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Minnesota head men's hockey coach Brett Larson announced a new coaching staff update that includes former NHL star Matt Cullen as Director of Player Development for the 2026-27 season; Cullen is a Moorhead High alum & minority owner of the Fargo Force. KVRR
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Pack the SHAC Concert
7-11 p.m. — Sanford Health Athletic Complex — Ticketed event — Experience an uplifting night of live music featuring Walker Hayes and inspiring messages from Nick Hall and Zach Van Batavia.
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Dance Camp: Jungle Beat Safari
2-4 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance — Registration required — Explore the jungle through dance and creative movement in a fun, supportive environment.
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El Zagal Shrine Circus
7-10 p.m. — FARGODOME — Family-friendly — Experience the spectacular Carden International Circus featuring thrilling acts and unforgettable memories.
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North Dakota Wine & Food Festival
12-5:30 p.m. — Fargo Air Museum — Cost info not provided — Sip, savor, and celebrate North Dakota craftsmanship with curated wine and food pairings.
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Zero 9:36 Concert
6-11 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience the eclectic sounds of Zero 9:36 alongside Downswing and Frost Found Us.
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World Pilates Day Celebration
2-3 p.m. — The Lights — Free entry — Celebrate World Pilates Day with a refreshing mat class and enjoy local goodies.
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Petals & Pastries: A Watercolor Experience
4-6 PM — Nichole's Fine Pastry & Café — $80 — Create beautiful floral arrangements and watercolor art while enjoying delicious pastries in a springtime setting.
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Splish Splash Bubble Bash Dance Camp
2-4 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance — Registration required — Dive into a bubbly afternoon of dance, arts, and imaginative play for kids aged 3-9.
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