Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Fargo.
Bonnie June, a nine-year-old shelter dog, was found alone and has been at 4 Luv of Dog in Moorhead for about a month.
She is spayed, vaccinated, chipped and friendly with people but does not do well with cats—she is eligible for the Seniors for Seniors adoption program.
Fargo’s 4 Luv of Dog Rescue may soon euthanize dogs for lack of space as overcrowding reaches a crisis point — a step not taken in over twenty years.
Rescue coordinator Amy Gore said the shelter is full and is urging the community to help with foster care and boarding support.
Fargo police searched south Fargo Tuesday for 27-year-old Shelby Whitt, who fled when officers responded to a call on the 2100 block of 21st Ave. S. for a man with outstanding warrants — two bystanders suffered minor injuries while trying to block his escape, and officers later tracked his vehicle near the YWCA shelter using K9 units and a drone, asking anyone with tips to call 701-451-7660.
Today, a traffic stop on I-29 near Thompson resulted in the arrest of Fargo men—Gabriel Messmer and Christopher Ringsrud-Knowles—for having an explosive device in their vehicle, and the device was safely detonated by the Grand Forks Bomb Squad before the highway reopened at 1 p.m.
Representatives from Grand Farm unveiled the 2025 Regional Agriculture Pain Point Report today at the Cultivate Conference in downtown Fargo— the report details challenges like herbicide resistance, higher input costs, and equipment compatibility issues impacting farmers in the Dakotas and Minnesota. Farmer Kathi Luther from Enderlin said the event gives growers a chance to add their input on solving these problems.
ShareHouse celebrated 50 years by hosting an anniversary bash at Broadway Square.
Originally started as a halfway house with six beds on June 23 in 1975, the rehabilitation facility now offers drug and alcohol treatment in Fargo and Grand Forks and plans to expand its outpatient services—an effort to better meet community needs.
The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks lost five to four to the Kansas City Monarchs on Wednesday afternoon as Orlando Rodriguez gave up four runs over five innings and Colten Davis took the loss—Juan Fernandez, Robert Perez Jr., and Lamar Sparks each contributed key hits.
The teams will complete their series on Thursday night with first pitch at 6:35 p.m.
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.
Summer Entrepreneurship Retreat
This exclusive weeklong retreat (June 23-27) is for high school aged young women with big dreams and bold ideas. It will empower them through leadership training, hands-on entrepreneurship workshops, and lifestyle activities including hiking, photography, and student-friendly food prep - all on a vibrant college campus. (They’ll even receive a well-being kit full of goodies that you'll actually use!)
Garden Brick Glass Mosaic Workshop with Jenny Sue
6-8:30 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Registration includes supplies and instruction — Create a unique mosaic garden brick using colorful stained glass pieces.
Drake Milligan Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience the country sound of Drake Milligan with high-energy performances.
The Silent Treatment & Bull Market
7:30 p.m. — The Aquarium — $12-$15 — A lively night of punk rock featuring Minneapolis' THE SILENT TREATMENT and Montana's BULL MARKET.
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