Daily
Fargo
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brad Paisley will headline a concert at Scheels Arena on Wednesday, Sept. 2 while rising star Jake Worthington opens the show — ticket presale for fan club members starts Tuesday at 10 a.m. and regular sale begins Friday at 10 a.m. KVRR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tech companies are building AI data centers on North Dakota farmland as residents and local governments worry because permits are given without a full environmental review (prompting calls for more state oversight) to manage the growing impact on the local grid and community life. KVRR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NDSU commencement speaker Akua Osei-Bonsu (class representative) will deliver her personal message at the 2 p.m. ceremony on Saturday, May 16 in Fargo. Growing up in Ghana and active in public health events at the university, she encourages fellow graduates to use their education to improve community wellness. NDSU
- ➤ Paige Sanders encourages her fellow graduates to celebrate personal growth and perseverance at NDSU’s commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 16, in Fargo. The environmental engineering graduate will join Ulteig as a graduate engineer, reflecting her deep involvement with student groups and community projects. NDSU
- ➤ North Dakota teachers earned an average of $60,704 over the 2024-2025 school year, a 3.6% increase from last year, though the state now ranks 41st nationally for pay. Union leader Nick Archuleta, president of ND United, warns that keeping K-12 funding unchanged after today may hurt efforts to retain and recruit teachers. KVRR
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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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Mother & Your Own Knife Tour Kickoff
5-10 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available now — Experience a night of exciting music featuring MΩTHER & Your Own Knife along with Brittle, Chronic, and Refuse.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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