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Sunday, June 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ernest Mayhorn, a 73-year-old worker at the 13th Avenue South Walmart in Fargo, has gone viral for handing out candy and popcorn to brighten shoppers’ days—he has worked there for a year and a half and says his purpose is to spread love and care. WDAY Radio
- ➤ On Friday, June 13 the Fargo Park District held its 26th annual Midwest Kid Fest at Island Park — rain did not stop the event from attracting about 10,000 people and local groups provided crafts and games; the Teddy Bear Parade helped collect donations for the Great Plains Food Bank. KVRR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fargo Police responded to an ongoing incident at the intersection of 1st Avenue South and 12th Street South yesterday evening—officials asked residents to avoid the area. WDAY Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fargo voters approved a new convention center in November and the city has asked private developers to submit detailed proposals via its procurement portal. Proposals must be received by August 7 at 5 p.m. and the project will be funded by raising the lodging tax from 3% to 5% for the next 25 years—reviewed by a 14-member committee before recommendation to city commissioners. AM 1100 The Flag
- ➤ On Friday, June 13, road construction in West Fargo left some residents without driveway access near 8th St W and Westwynd Drive — crews had sent a 24-hour advance notice and many residents regained access, although weather slowed the concrete curing with full access expected by August. KVRR
- ➤ City crews in Fargo will close 40th Avenue South between 15th Street South and University Drive South on Monday for concrete replacement at the University Drive South intersection and reduce lanes to one in each direction for two weeks—starting on the morning of June 16, the road will be narrowed to one lane each way between 36th Street South and 38th Street South for storm sewer repairs before reopening by the end of June 23. KVRR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kids ages 8 to 13 joined RedHawks players at Newman Outdoor Field for batting practice as part of Play Ball weekend—100 local children got the chance to learn skills and ask questions before the upcoming game. KVRR
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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!)
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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.
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Drake Milligan Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience the country sound of Drake Milligan with high-energy performances.
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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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Stained Glass Workshop: Maple Leaf Design
10 a.m. — Brewhalla — Workshop fee applies — Craft your own stained glass paw print with expert guidance amidst an array of colorful glass pieces.
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