Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Fargo.
Last weekend, AMVets of Fargo rode to Lisbon to raise funds for the North Dakota Veterans Home as over 40 riders each paid a $25 registration fee and enjoyed local tours—organizers said the event supported fellow veterans.
A Cass County deputy found an overturned car in the 3500 block of 36th Street South just after 1:30 a.m. on June 8 and broke a window to help the unconscious driver—who later regained consciousness, was taken by Sanford EMS to a hospital, and received a citation for Care Required as the investigation continues.
Fargo police arrested 37-year-old Joseph Manitowabi on Saturday after officers responded to a call on the 200 block of Roberts Street North and he punched three officers during a brief chase—he faces charges of Preventing Arrest, Possession of Methamphetamine, three counts of Assault on a Police Officer and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Under Brew Skies returned to The Lights in West Fargo on June 7, where nearly 20 local beverage purveyors offered their special brews—Blackbird Woodfire served its popular pizza and $25 tickets raised funds for the North Dakota Brewers’ Guild.
The second floor of Brewhalla hosted a Maker’s Market this weekend with over 40 vendors selling handmade goods such as mugs, custom clothing, and brooms from a maker in Napoleon — visitors roamed free and met the makers.
Unglued organized the event and looks forward to more markets that showcase local creativity.
Cass County Jail will open a new two-floor jail pod with 192 beds by the end of June to ease capacity issues the sheriff said—staff will soon train on the new design so local inmates can be housed without delay.
On Sunday, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks beat the Lincoln Saltdogs 8-3 with Kyle Krigger striking out six batters in over six innings while Lamar Sparks and Peter Brookshaw each hit a two-run home run.
The teams will finish their four-game series tonight at 7:05 p.m. — the final game will decide the series.
On Sunday afternoon, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks beat the Lincoln Saltdogs 8 to 3 with Kyle Krigger striking out six batters in 6 1/3 innings while Naswell Paulino pitched 1 1/3 innings and Garrett Alexander closed in the ninth.
Lamar Sparks and Peter Brookshaw each hit homers that scored two runs—and Alec Olund, Alexfri Planez, and Aiden Byrne added RBIs—as the teams will conclude their four-game series Monday at 7:05 p.m.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Island Park Pool Grand Opening
12-4 p.m. — Island Park Swimming Pool — Free entry — Celebrate the splash-tastic reveal of the newly renovated Island Park Pool.
Color Craze
6-8 p.m. — POW/MIA Plaza — Free entry — Dive into a colorful evening of art-themed family fun with interactive creative stations and delicious refreshments.
Enchanted Dolls Dance Camp
5-6:30 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance South Studio — Registration required — A whimsical dance camp where kids can bring dolls to life through movement and creativity.
Scandinavian Festival
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Hjemkomst Center — $10 – $15 — Celebrate Scandinavian culture with entertainment, food, and activities for the whole family.
Barn Quilt Workshop
10 AM – 5 PM — The 1889 — Lunch included — Create your own Barn Quilt Masterpiece in this unique and popular local class.
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