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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 34-year-old Valley City man was charged with DUI after his pickup drove the wrong way and hit a train Tuesday morning on the 400 block of 12th Avenue Northeast in West Fargo—he was injured and taken to Sanford Hospital. WDAY Radio
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Indigenous families celebrated the graduation of high school seniors at Dakota High School on 9th Avenue South—starting with a prayer, communal meal, and diploma presentations with traditional Native song and dance. Each graduate received an eagle feather and a stole—elementary school children also gave gifts to encourage future learning. KVRR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NDSU and Titan Machinery are partnering to host a two-day summer camp that will give high school students a hands-on look at precision agriculture—participants will explore technical systems and practical maintenance tasks at NDSU Memorial Union. The camp takes place on Aug. 5 and 6 and costs $100 per person. NDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials in a City Commission meeting on May 14 explained that money raised by voters' quarter-cent sales tax in November will fund public safety improvements; firefighters will see a 7% market adjustment + police officers will receive a 5% market adjustment while funds also upgrade technology and refurbish older facilities like the nearly 60-year-old burn building. The plan aims to align salaries with regional averages and renew critical infrastructure. KVRR
- ➤ Fargo-Moorhead law enforcement agencies are hiring new staff—Moorhead Police has 14 officer openings with 13 offers and a Field Training Academy training six recruits, while Cass County Sheriff’s office is filling 17 jail staff positions. West Fargo Police remains fully staffed. WDAY Radio
- ➤ Fargo Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney said he was pleased Governor Kelly Armstrong signed a property tax relief bill but warned the city might face budget challenges because a new law caps local property tax budget increases at 3%—a rate far below Fargo’s 4.5 to 5% growth. He added he doubted voters would approve any tax increases to bridge the gap. AM 1100 The Flag
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Stained Glass Mountain Scene Workshop
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Brewhalla — Supplies included — Create a beautiful stained glass mountain scene while learning from an expert glass artist.
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NDSU Spring Commencement
10 AM & 2 PM — FARGODOME — Free entry — Celebrate the achievements of graduates as they receive their degrees in a momentous ceremony.
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FM USBC Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet
6-9 p.m. — Avalon Events Center — $35 before May 9th — Celebrate achievements with awards, dinner, and Hall of Fame induction.
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Night at the Museum with Unglued: Crafting Experience
6-8 p.m. — Plains Art Museum — Ticket required — Get creative with candles and collages while enjoying the vibrant artwork of Anne Labovitz with a cash bar available.
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Asian Night Market
4:30-9 p.m. — Fargo Air Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant spirit of AAPI culture with local vendors and traditional night market ambiance.
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Stained Glass Hummingbird Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Ticket required — Create a beautiful stained glass hummingbird to brighten your home this spring.
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Fargo Marathon Festivities
7 PM — 33 17th Ave N, Fargo, ND — Free admission — Celebrate marathon weekend with an all-day family-friendly bash full of fun and festivities.
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World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series
6 PM — Red River Valley Speedway — Cheap tickets available — Experience the thrill of sprint car racing live in West Fargo.
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Mad Alice - Tribute to Alice in Chains and Mad Season
8-9:30 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience a powerhouse tribute to Alice in Chains and Mad Season with special guests Life of Grime.
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Legally Blonde Jr.
7:30-9 p.m. — TAK Music Venue — Tickets available — Enjoy a fun and upbeat rendition of Legally Blonde JR. by local STUDiO ViBE students.
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