Good morning, Fargo.

Firefighters from Fargo and West Fargo responded to a house fire at 2665 Meadow Creek Circle S in south Fargo on Friday at 10:12 a.m.—thick smoke was visible several blocks away.

A two-alarm house fire broke out Friday morning at 2665 Meadow Creek Circle South around 10:15 a.m.—fire crews found heavy smoke and flames in the basement that spread to the attic and roof and, although everyone evacuated safely, residents were displaced and are receiving help from the Red Cross as the fire was brought under control in about an hour.

North Dakota Trooper Jimmy Myers received the Distinguished Service Medal for rescuing a woman during a homicide response in Larimore in 2024 (he is only the eighth trooper to win the agency’s highest honor).

State Representative Jim Kasper underwent surgery for a brain bleed after initial reports of a stroke — he is now alert and responsive while his family travels to Bismarck to be with him.

Gov. Kelly Armstrong signed a bill that will require K-12 public schools to enforce a phone-free rule during class — all devices must be securely stored until dismissal.

The law will take effect on Aug. 1.

2025 Q2 Allied Gathering

4-6 p.m. — Fargo Jet Center — $25 — Engage with guest speakers and tourism professionals at this networking event.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Stained Glass Flower Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Ticket required — Craft your own stunning stained glass tulip to bring a colorful touch to your home.

Chemical Reactions: Slime Time

6:00–7:30 p.m. — Rustad Recreation Center — Fun and interactive chemistry lesson — Explore the gooey world of slime-making and chemical reactions.

Fargo Birding Festival

6-10 a.m. — Forest River Park — Free entry — Experience a morning of birdwatching with experts and activities for kids in a prime birding habitat.

Hail The Sun Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic post-hardcore sound of Hail the Sun live on stage.

Find Your Kind 5K & Youth Run

BIO Girls’ 6th Annual Find Your Kind 5K & Youth Run is proudly presented by BCBSND Caring Foundation. Open to the community, register to run, walk or jog to support the BIO Girls mission of improving the mental health of adolescent girls across the Midwest.