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Saturday, September 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Community Action Partnership of N.D. received nearly $2 million to help veterans who are homeless or at risk and will use the funds during the 2026 fiscal year to support its seven statewide offices in Fargo, Grand Forks and Jamestown by providing healthcare, financial planning, housing counseling and transportation.  AM 1100 The Flag

CULTURE NEWS

  • Fargo Anime is hosting its annual convention this weekend—featuring vendor stalls, cosplay, table top games, an arcade, and a silent auction that supports Fargo River Keepers. Guest speakers and a kids event with a Pokémon theme and a custom whale piñata on Sunday add extra fun.  KVRR

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Frannie Tunseth of Mayville-Portland-Clifford-Galesburg was named North Dakota Teacher of the Year at a ceremony at the Capitol on September 26 and will begin her role on Jan. 1 (she teaches grades four through eight and was honored as Griggs County Teacher of the Year in 2022).  AM 1100 The Flag
  • NDSU held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the remodeled music building—now called Challey Hall—yesterday on Bolley Drive in Fargo as a large crowd gathered while the band played the school’s anthem. Officials noted that the year-long renovation was completed on time and under budget, marking a new era for the sciences of music.  KVRR

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Fargo City Commission will meet on September 29 to discuss delaying the plan to turn the mayor’s job into a full-time role. The panel had earlier voted to study the idea before the 2026 mayoral election (Mayor Tim Mahoney, who leaves office next year, supported the change and adding up to two more commissioners was also on the table).  WDAY Radio
  • City leaders in downtown Fargo are reviewing the 2025 Downtown Parking Study and considering reducing free parking so that more on-street spots are available for short visits—supporting local businesses. Recommendations will be presented to City Commissioners by October, and the city plans to hire a full-time parking manager and select a new vendor by January.  KVRR

HEALTH NEWS

  • With shorter days and colder weather approaching, Sanford Health's Sara Dukart warns that seasonal affective disorder may cause fatigue, withdrawal, and longer sleep, and she recommends contacting a doctor—treatment may include therapy, medication, or light therapy.  WDAY Radio

SPORTS NEWS

  • Jace Denman interviewed Wide Receiver Carson Elbert, who was named Dragon Heart Player of the Week—he said his team shows real love for each other and he worked hard for every snap on September 26—.  WDAY Radio
  • MSUM senior linebacker Tate Gustafson talked about his new role on defense — explaining how he would stop Minnesota Duluth’s run game — in an interview with Big Game James McCarty on September 26.  AM 1100 The Flag
  • On September 26th, Jace Denman interviewed wide receiver Carson Elbert, who was named Dragon Heart Player of the Week, and he explained that his team’s strong bond—shown by his work on every snap—makes the program special.  AM 1100 The Flag

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Mon, 9/29/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 9/30/25

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  • Stained Glass Skull or Bat Workshop

    6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Create your own spooky stained glass masterpiece for Halloween with expert guidance.

    Wed, 10/1/25

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  • Fargo Force vs Sioux City Musketeers

    6:05-7:35 p.m. — Scheels Arena — Watch live hockey action — Catch the thrilling match between the Fargo Force and Sioux City Musketeers.

    Sat, 10/4/25

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  • Brewhalla Fall Craft Market

    12-6 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Free entry — Discover unique crafts and local flavors in a festive fall atmosphere.

    Sun, 10/5/25

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The quality of your life is proportional to the quality of your habits.

~ James Clear

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