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Fargo
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Apr. 18 at 9:45 a.m. the City of Moorhead will open The Loop at the intersection of 5th St and Center Ave (featuring a library, indoor walk, children’s play area, and co-working spaces); the event will include a ribbon cutting plus crafts, a photoshoot and workshop previews. KVRR
- ➤ A GoFundMe was launched to help cover travel and surgery expenses for retired Fargo Police K9 Blue, who served from August 2017 to December 2025 and was diagnosed with bilateral perineal hernias and an enlarged prostate. The fundraiser aims to support his treatment and honor his service. KVRR
- ➤ Red River Zoo President Sally Mulvena will step down on May 29 after serving since 2012. She has accepted a new role in Florida to reunite with her husband and build on the zoo's financial strength, community ties, and guest experience. KVRR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Photographer Josh Madson of Community Collage is expanding his project to turn black-and-white portraits into murals that boost local connectedness; he will host pop-up portrait events starting tomorrow at MSUM (Moorhead) and later in Fargo. KVRR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Emily Mikhail, an NDSU mechanical engineering student, has been named a Phi Kappa Phi Student Lectureship Award recipient and will deliver a lecture titled 'Seeing Inside a Hybrid Rocket.' The award honors her research and her ability to share tough ideas simply - and includes a $500 honorarium. NDSU
- ➤ Mark Jensen, director of NDSU’s Center for Banking and Finance, explains how tech advances are reshaping banking plus he advises using simple budgeting tools to improve credit scores. He highlights real-world financial skills as key for tomorrow’s money choices. NDSU
- ➤ The NDSU Foundation has rebranded its alumni magazine Herd to share stories of tradition and progress. The twice yearly edition is available online and features the legacy of home economics, the 100th anniversary of Little International, and research in coatings at NDSU. NDSU
- ➤ Concordia College Moorhead hosts the seventeenth annual URSCA Symposium (Celebration of Student Scholars) today to showcase student research and creative projects across majors; classes are cancelled to let students share original work and enjoy awards on campus. KVRR
- ➤ Aditya Goyal, an NDSU doctoral student, was accepted into Harvard Business School’s Foundry Bootcamp and will join the four‐week virtual program to turn his work on calcium peroxide nanoparticles — used for phosphate removal — into a fundable venture. NDSU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NDWRRI interim director Trung Le said the institute is expanding research on water use, PFAS contamination, and irrigation methods to support our state’s key industries. The work, including studies on the Missouri River basin (a vital water source), will help shape local water management for the next decade. NDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Public Service Commission approved a $110 million power project to build a substation near the Applied Digital data center site east of I-29 — linking it with a 345-kilowatt powerline at no cost to rate-payers. Minnkota plans to start construction this month and expects the line to operate in September. KVRR
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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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Stella Standingbear Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience the inspiring music of Stella Standingbear, an acclaimed indigenous artist making waves in the music industry.
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Beer, Brats, & Brass
6:00-11:59 p.m. — Fargo Moorhead Symphony — Check for ticket pricing — An energetic evening of brass and percussion paired with brats, brews, and the lively vibe of Brewhalla.
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Red River Market: West Fargo Day
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — POW/MIA Plaza — Free entry — Explore a vibrant farmers market featuring over 40 local vendors with food, art, and more.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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