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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cass County Veteran Services Office will host the second annual Community Veteran Stand Down event at Broadway Square in downtown Fargo on September 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will connect veterans with 40 vendors offering healthcare, housing assistance, clothing, and haircuts — services designed to support those facing shelter challenges. WDAY Radio
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A West Fargo student was bitten by a dog on Tuesday morning near the 26th Avenue roundabout while walking to Brooks Harbor Elementary — the bite left a bruise and tooth mark and school officials asked for the dog's owner's information. WDAY Radio
- ➤ A student from Brooks Harbor Elementary in West Fargo was bitten on the wrist by a dog Tuesday morning near the 26th Avenue roundabout – the bite left a bruise and tooth mark and the school is asking parents for any information on the dog's owner. AM 1100 The Flag
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Highway Patrol and Cass County Sheriff’s Office are setting up sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols in Cass County to remove impaired drivers from the roads — part of North Dakota’s Vision Zero campaign that began in 2018 and follows 57 road deaths, including 16 alcohol-related, as of August 28. WDAY Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mike Kjellerson, an NDSU graduate, works as the assistant athletic director for sports medicine at NDSU Athletics—he oversees a team that supports student athletes and credits his education and close mentorship for his career success. NDSU
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Fargo resident won $100,000 on a Powerball with Power Play ticket sold at Don’s Car Wash at 2500 52nd Ave S — the ticket matched four white balls and the Powerball on Wednesday night’s draw for a $50,000 win that doubled with Power Play, and the car wash earned a $2000 bonus while the winner must claim the prize within 180 days at the Lottery office. KVRR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kelly Armstrong is asking for a presidential major disaster declaration to help North Dakota recover from severe August storms—he seeks federal funds to repair widespread damage. AM 1100 The Flag
- ➤ Governor Kelly Armstrong requested a presidential major disaster declaration to secure FEMA funds for repairing severe damage from August storms that caused around $6 million in damage and widespread power outages in south-central and eastern North Dakota—especially in Grand Forks. His request follows a statewide disaster declaration made Tuesday, and the state is still waiting on a separate claim to cover additional damage from June storms. WDAY Radio
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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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Bows & Polka Dots Dance Camp
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Gasper's School of Dance — Free entry — A fun-filled dance camp for children ages 3-9 with music, crafts, and performances.
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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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