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Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.

CRIME NEWS

  • A West Fargo woman named Mary Peterson pleaded guilty to felony theft and was sentenced to 90 days in jail—she got credit for 41 days served and must serve three years of probation while repaying $828,357.15 to Lunde Auto for stealing money over seven years.  AM 1100 The Flag

ECONOMY NEWS

  • NDSU researchers are testing precision management technology by using IoT sensors and 5G connectivity to gather detailed farm data for crops and livestock. The project began showing promising results at Hettinger Research Extension Center in December 2024 and is a joint effort with USDA partners and local broadband providers — aiming to give North Dakota producers near-real-time information.  NDSU

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Fargo is on track with the second phase of reconstructing 32nd Avenue South between 22nd Street South and 15th Street South and invited residents to share feedback—Dakota Underground Company said paving has gone smoothly and parts of the project are expected to finish by the end of the month.  KVRR
  • Ukrainian parolee Yaroslav Riazanov, who has worked trucking and in construction in Fargo for two years, will lose his work permit in mid-June when his status changes to temporary protected status, which will stop him from working legally. More than 600 Ukrainians in the Uniting for Ukraine program face similar hurdles and risk dwindling savings—potentially forcing them to leave.  KVRR
  • West Fargo City Commissioners unanimously passed an ordinance banning sleeping and living in storage facilities as well as in buildings, vehicles, or temporary structures not designed for residential use—violators face a Class B Misdemeanor penalty.  AM 1100 The Flag
  • Jason Grueneich, a Bismarck leader living with HIV, earned a Bush Fellowship for his work on changing state laws and now chairs the state HIV Advisory Board while working in government. He helped repeal a law that hurt people with HIV and started nonprofits to aid recovery — he aims to build his leadership skills to help more people.  KVRR

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Downtown Fargo restaurants are hosting the third annual Burger Royale this June, where customers try specialty burgers using waffles or croissants as buns+ they rate the burgers with a voting card or QR code in five categories. Past winners have been Mezzaluna and Sons of Norway+ and restaurants are eager to see who will win this contest.  KVRR

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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  • Glass and Gem Paw Prints Workshop

    6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Supplies included — Craft your own stained glass paw print while enjoying a fun and creative evening with Morgan's Stained Glass.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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  • Stage West Play in a Day Camp

    9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Stage West Studio — $60 — Young actors create and perform a play in just one fun-filled day.

    Fri, 6/6/25

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  • Under Brew Skies 2025

    3-6 p.m. — The Lights — Sample beers from local breweries — Celebrate North Dakota's brewing scene amidst friends and great flavors.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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  • Glass Mosaic Garden Bricks Workshop

    3-5:30 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Create your own unique glass mosaic garden brick and learn the art of mosaics.

    Sun, 6/8/25

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  • A Taste of Ireland

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Fargo Theatre — All ages event — Experience the magic of Irish music and dance in a captivating performance.

    Mon, 6/9/25

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  • Breakthrough Basketball Camp

    9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Courts Plus Community Fitness — $97 fee for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills focused on scoring and playmaking.

    Tue, 6/10/25

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  • Fruit-Themed Charm Jewelry Workshop

    6-7:30 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Supplies included — Create a unique fruit-themed charm piece just in time for summer.

    Wed, 6/11/25

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  • LensWorks Education Night for Optical Professionals

    6-9 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Free entry — Engage in an evening of innovation and education about cutting-edge lens technologies.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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  • Midwest Kid Fest

    10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Island Park Show, Fargo, ND — Free entry — Celebrate with music, entertainment, and interactive activities for kids at the 26th Annual Midwest Kid Fest.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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  • Yoga on the Terrace

    10–11 a.m. — Jasper Hotel — Free entry — Refresh and unwind with a revitalizing Sunday yoga session in a spacious, light-filled setting.

    Sun, 6/15/25

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