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Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Thursday, Fargo Fire crews responded to an apartment on the 500 block of 3rd Avenue North after a call came in at about 1:49 a.m.—smoke and fire from a stove were quickly contained with no injuries and damage estimated under $2,000. WDAY Radio
- ➤ Fargo Fire responded at 1:49 a.m. Thursday to a stovetop fire in an empty apartment on the 500 block of 3rd Avenue North in downtown Fargo—extinguishing the flames with damage estimated under $2,000 and no injuries reported. AM 1100 The Flag
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wes Cummins of Applied Digital said his company will build a new data center just north of Fargo that is expected to reach partial capacity in 2026—he said the project is designed to use grid power safely while addressing concerns raised by Harwood residents. AM 1100 The Flag
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Fargo man, Katterrius Oates, was sentenced on August 28 for sexually assaulting a minor after investigators reviewed cell phone messages and photos showing he knew the girl was 15, and a plea deal cuts his sentence to a little over 9.5 years in prison plus 3 years of probation—canceling a trial set for September 3. AM 1100 The Flag
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NDSU has been awarded nearly $4 million by the National Science Foundation to deploy a supercomputer named Bison for AI research — the system will be housed at the Center for Computationally Assisted Science and Technology and is expected to start operations in summer 2026 to boost research across campuses and tribal colleges. NDSU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fargo officials voted on Aug. 4 to start annexing land near Harwood—land that is in Harwood’s zoning jurisdiction—for a proposed $3 billion Applied Digital data center, and the process, which includes hearings and owner notices, may take until November. The company may break ground next month and plans to add at least 200 jobs with an average pay of $64,000 a year. KVRR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fargo Cass Public Health holds a mural event today from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Harm Reduction Center on 510 5th Street North to honor loved ones lost to overdose—officials remind residents that free Narcan and the Good Samaritan Law are in effect as they prepare for International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31. AM 1100 The Flag
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Ashtyn Barbaree Live at The Aquarium
8 PM – 2 AM — The Aquarium — $15 at the Door — Experience the enchanting Americana sounds of Ashtyn Barbaree and special guests in an intimate setting.
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Live Trivia Night at Louie's Sports Bar
7-9 p.m. — Louie's Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Test your knowledge with fun trivia challenges in a vibrant atmosphere.
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TreeHouse! Free Concert
9 PM — Dempsey's Public House — Free entry — Enjoy a night of Reggae Rock with the East Coast band TreeHouse!
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Budweiser Clydesdales Appearance
1-3 p.m. — West Acres Mall — Free entry — Experience the charm of the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales in a special public appearance.
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2025 Auditions for The Classic Nutcracker
1-3 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance & Performing Arts — Audition required — Showcase your talent in the beloved holiday production of The Classic Nutcracker.
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Meet the Dogs at PetSmart
6-7:30 p.m. — PetSmart — Free entry — Meet adorable dogs looking for homes and discover volunteer opportunities.
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Art's Day Festival
3-7 p.m. — 201 Broadway N, Fargo, ND — Free entry — Celebrate local art, enjoy performances, and shop from over 60 vendors at the Red River Market.
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3D Stained Glass Pumpkin Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — All supplies included — Create your own 3D stained glass pumpkin just in time for fall.
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