Daily
Fargo
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans Honor Flight of North Dakota-Minnesota received a $10,000 donation from Gateway and will use the funds for its spring flight to honor local veterans in Washington, D.C. leaving Sunday from Hector International Airport and returning Tuesday night. KVRR
- ➤ Family and community members in West Fargo are raising funds via a GoFundMe page and Facebook donations to cover funeral costs for Freddy Mendoza, a respected barber killed early Wednesday in a car accident. KVRR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a fire at A&A Supermarket on Main Ave at 1:25 p.m. and contained the blaze to the building's exterior without injuries; Main Ave remains closed while officials assess the situation (Fire Marshal Ryan Erickson noted dry, windy conditions prompted a second alarm). KVRR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NDSU students shared what they love about campus in an Ask a Bison Q&A (talking about favorite meals, study spots, and fun football moments) while offering tips for new students on making friends and settling in. NDSU
- ➤ Former lieutenant governor Tammy Miller will receive an honorary Doctor of Business during today's commencement at Minnesota State Moorhead (2 p.m.). She served as lieutenant governor from January 2023 through 2024 and previously led Border States as CEO and board chair. KVRR
- ➤ University Distinguished Professor Mukund Sibi at NDSU leads collaborative chemistry research that aims to improve medicine and develop sustainable materials such as plastics that degrade on demand. He works with colleagues in polymer and mechanical engineering and mentors students through NSF-supported programs. NDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fargo’s Cass County Jail is facing growing challenges as more inmates need mental health care, with assessments rising to 25,884 from 18,094 last year (Frobig says longer court cases extend jail stays). KVRR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FirstLink held its annual breakfast focusing on workplace mental health at a local venue. The event featured a keynote speaker who stressed early peer support and provided resources such as 988 (the crisis hotline) for help. KVRR
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Luke Skywhisker is an 8-year-old cat whose original owner remains unknown. He arrived at Cat’s Cradle shelter from the West Fargo pound about a month ago and enjoys a relaxed life with fellow cats while waiting for a new home. KVRR
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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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Midwest Wing Fest 2026
1-5 p.m. — North Dakota Horse Park — Admission required — Dive into a flavorful festival filled with wings, live music, and family fun.
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The Lady's Not for Burning
7:30-10:00 PM — Fargo Masonic Center — Cost info not specified — Enjoy a captivating theatrical performance by Undiscovered Country Productions.
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Alibi Karaoke Night
9 PM – 1 AM — Alibi Lounge — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of karaoke madness with drinks and music in a vibrant lounge atmosphere.
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Movie in the Dirt
6-8 p.m. — Essentia Health Plaza — Free popcorn — Enjoy a screening of Barnyard under the sky with friends and family.
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Mark Winters Acoustic Rock Evening
7-11 p.m. — Parachigo — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of Acoustic Rock with a positive vibe in Fargo, North Dakota.
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Happy Harry's Ribfest
7:30 p.m. — FARGODOME — Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering BBQ options as summer kicks off with delicious food and fun.
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~ Edgar Degas
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