Good morning, Fargo.

On September 11, community organizations held the second annual Veteran Stand Down event at Broadway Square—vendors offered free haircuts, healthcare information, and a free lunch while Veteran Services of Cass County worked with the VA to secure housing for 40 homeless veterans.

RDO Equipment, headquartered in Fargo, laid off 36 field support team members due to a weak ag market—this follows a similar reduction of 17 employees last month.

Rocky's Burgers — a fast food chain from Minot — is coming to Fargo to replace the former Taco John's on 32nd Avenue South.

Work on the building is underway with new plumbing, electrical, siding and signage being installed as it prepares to open.

NDSU marketing professor Jin Li spent his sabbatical teaching doctoral students and co-authoring a research paper while visiting Thammasat Business School in Bangkok this spring—efforts that will influence his teaching and mentoring at NDSU.

He also plans to expand research collaborations with universities in Thailand.

North Dakota is still waiting on a federal reply for disaster aid after a June 20 tornado bent signs and destroyed a shelter belt near Enderlin — Gov. Armstrong requested help on July 21 and emergency officials say funds, including $16 million from FEMA, may soon assist 19 counties if an answer comes by October 1.

The Fargo Fire Department moved back into Station 5 earlier this week after a year-long closure to repair shifting ground and upgrade the building.

The firefighters operated from West Fargo during repairs—ensuring emergency services were not interrupted.

Harwood officials approved rezoning of land from agricultural to light industrial at a last-minute Wednesday night meeting to let Applied Digital’s nearly $3 billion AI data center move forward.

Some residents expressed anger over the closed meeting—citing little public input, safety risks, and potential rises in utility costs.

Midcontinent Independent System Operator defends its $22 billion transmission plan after North Dakota and four other states challenged its cost-benefit analysis for 24 transmission upgrades—officials warn the changes might raise local utility bills while MISO argues the upgrades will boost long-term reliability and economic benefits.

A local coalition is fighting to block a sex offender treatment center from moving to South University Drive when its lease expires in June — they want to keep the facility away from homes, schools, and community areas.

The City of Fargo is updating its Land Development Code and held an online meeting yesterday from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for residents to raise concerns.

Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus said residents are receiving scam text messages that claim to be from the North Dakota Department of Revenue and ask for payment details for a refund by September 12.

He warned readers not to click on any links or share confidential data — as the state does not have a Department of Revenue.

Local coalition members are working to stop a sex offender treatment center from moving to University Drive South after a March deal let the center's operator, STAND—leasing the building to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation—stay near the jail until its lease ends in June 2027. The coalition and the City of Fargo updated local rules and held an online meeting on September 11 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. to work on keeping such facilities away from homes and schools.

The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks overcame a five-run deficit in Game 3 of the West Division Championship Series but lost 8-7 on a walk-off by the Canaries in 10 innings—Sioux Falls now leads the series 2-1 and Game 4 is scheduled for today at 6:35 p.m.

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.

Junkin' Market Days Fall Event

4-7 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Arena — $5 admission — Discover over 80 small businesses featuring unique finds and delicious local food trucks.

3D Stained Glass Pumpkin Workshop

10 AM – 12 PM — Brewhalla — Cost included — Create a charming 3D stained glass pumpkin for the fall season with expert guidance.

Woodland Watercolor Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Embrace fall by painting whimsical watercolor ferns and acorns in a cozy environment.

Live Trivia Night at Louie's Sports Bar & Grill

7-9 p.m. — Louie's Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Engage your wits in weekly trivia contests featuring fun challenges and great camaraderie.