Good morning, Fargo.

The Golden Drive Homeless Kids sock drive is underway in the metro as volunteers and Dakota High students help collect 36,906 new socks through October 3—Sue Baron said the socks will be organized and given to homeless kids at local schools and shelters, with collections also accepted at Flag Family Studios on Thunder Road South.

Visit Fargo-Moorhead has named Shirley Hughes as its new CEO; she will join on September 8 and succeed Charley Johnson, who is set to retire later this month after more than 13 years of leadership.

Hughes began her career with the organization in 1991 and has held leadership roles at several companies, marking her appointment as a significant change for the group.

A West Fargo man, Christopher Lee Pankowski, 42, was arrested after a high-speed chase on Interstate 29 on Sept.

2 that began near the Horace exit and ended when he fled on foot from an apartment complex on University Drive in Fargo—he now faces multiple charges including DUI-Drugs and fleeing a peace officer.

Fargo authorities charged Carlos Guzman-Pineda— a 27-year-old illegal alien from El Salvador— after he violently assaulted Border Patrol agents during a stop on August 25; he faces up to eight years in prison and $25,000 in fines while the FBI and U.S. Border Patrol investigate.

West Fargo received $11.2 million in state loans to upgrade water, sewer, and stormwater systems.

The Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds—administered by the Department of Environmental Quality and Public Finance Authority—will renovate public works facilities.

The North Dakota State Bison and UC Davis Aggies have agreed to a home-and-home football series.

The first game will be held at the Fargodome on September 8 — the next is set for August 25 at UC Davis.

TreeHouse! Free Concert

9 PM — Dempsey's Public House — Free entry — Enjoy a night of Reggae Rock with the East Coast band TreeHouse!

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.

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.

Meet the Dogs at PetSmart

6-7:30 p.m. — PetSmart — Free entry — Meet adorable dogs looking for homes and discover volunteer opportunities.

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.

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.

Red River Market BBQ Day

10 AM – 2 PM — Broadway Square — SNAP/EBT accepted — Enjoy local vendors, live country music, and BBQ demos at this vibrant community event.

Piff the Magic Dragon

7-10 p.m. — Fargo Theatre — Last-minute ticket deals available — Experience the quirky magic and comedy of Piff the Magic Dragon.

Live Trivia Night at Louie's

7-9 p.m. — Louie’s Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Test your knowledge and have a fun night with trivia challenges.

Stained Glass Workshop with Morgan's Stained Glass

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Cost of ticket required — Create your own stained glass lotus flower piece while learning the art of copper foil and soldering.