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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Late Thursday night, an off-duty deputy sheriff – 41-year-old Christopher Lee – from Twin Valley was struck by a vehicle east of Twin Valley while trying to help an injured dog and was transported to Fargo for treatment as the Minnesota State Patrol investigates. WDAY Radio
- ➤ Fargo Police are investigating a crash on Thursday afternoon at the intersection of 12th Avenue North and 17th Street North—an eastbound vehicle struck a southbound bicyclist who entered the intersection unsafely, and the adult man sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries while being treated at a local hospital with no citations issued at the scene. WDAY Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The North Dakota Senate approved a bill on April 17 that creates Education Savings Accounts for private school students — offering vouchers that range from about $1,000 to $4,000 based on household income while a conference committee finalizes key details for use in the 2026-27 school year. KVRR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kelly Armstrong signed two bills that classify emergency dispatchers as first responders and let them join public safety retirement plans—benefits that will start on August 1. WDAY Radio
- ➤ Gov. Kelly Armstrong signed Senate Bill 2137—this law stops wildlife managers from banning bait use in deer hunting on private property—and the bill, sponsored by Sen. Keith Boehm, was supported by many hunters even as some officials expressed concerns over managing chronic wasting disease. KVRR
- ➤ Gov. Kelly Armstrong signed two bills last week—one that requires a capital letter disclaimer on political ads made partly with AI and one that makes it a crime to knowingly spread false details in election ads—that will change rules for political communications; both laws start on Aug. 1. KVRR
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Vincent Neil Emerson Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt storytelling and musical journeys from a rising country star.
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Strawberry Punch Needle Class with Jenny Sue
6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Ticket required — Learn the art of punch needle rug hooking while creating a fun strawberry or your own design.
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Glitter Epoxy Tumbler Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Get fancy as you create a custom stainless steel tumbler with alcohol ink and glitter.
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Annual Nicotine Dependence Conference
8 AM – 4 PM — Avalon Events Center — Registration required — Explore the latest insights and research in nicotine dependence while networking with professionals and peers.
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Valley Vintage Car Show
8 a.m. — Veterans Memorial Arena - West Fargo Park District — Entry fee applies — Explore classic cars at the 48th Annual Valley Vintage Car Show this April.
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2025 Q2 Allied Gathering
4-6 p.m. — Fargo Jet Center — $25 — Engage with guest speakers and tourism professionals at this networking event.
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2025 USA Gymnastics Level 9 Western Championships
8 AM-1 PM — FARGODOME — $20-$75 — Watch top-level gymnasts compete in the Western Championships for regional titles.
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Plant Bash
12:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — One day only — A truckload of vibrant plants from Florida awaits on super sale.
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Fargo Brick Convention 2025
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Cornerstone Bank Arena — Family-friendly admission — Experience the ultimate LEGO® fan event with hands-on building fun and creativity for all ages.
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Summer Intensive 2025 Auditions
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Gasper's School of Dance & Performing Arts — Audition fees may apply — Open auditions for dancers aged 9 to adult at varied skill levels seeking a summer dance experience.
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