Good morning, Fargo.

On Wednesday, Lennox and Laney's announced that local couples—Scott and Tami Moen and Steve and Sue Baron—won their HVAC giveaway contest and will have new furnace and air conditioning systems installed in their homes on Friday.

The Red River Zoo will host Boo at the Zoo this month where visitors can see hissing cockroaches and an albino tiger salamander called Sausage — a species that helps indicate local environmental health.

A new sensory area called Blue Boo will allow guests with sensitivities to enjoy animal encounters safely.

Chevron laid off 111 oil workers—63 in Minot and 48 in Tioga—beginning Sept.26 after completing its merger with Hess on July 18, a greater impact than first expected.

The company said it is offering severance benefits and outplacement support as part of industry consolidation amid low oil prices.

This week, over 300 Fargo Public Schools third graders walked downtown to learn about local history by visiting sites like the Great Northern Bicycle Company, Black Building, and Hotel Donaldson—an event that has been part of their social studies class for over a decade.

Fargo Theatre helped show the city's growth, and the next tour is set for May.

Moorhead Area Public Schools confirmed Tuesday, October 7 that the controversial book Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness is available in school libraries—no formal request for reconsideration under Policy 606 was submitted.

The Bank of North Dakota announced Wednesday plans to launch its Roughrider coin, the state’s first stablecoin designed to speed bank-to-bank transfers, with a pilot test scheduled in 2026 — the digital currency is being developed with Fiserv to help local banks stay competitive and may lower processing fees for merchants in the future.

The Fargo Police Department honored its K9 officer Uno with the Working Award and Animal Hall of Fame induction — awarded after his alert during a narcotics search in August — reflecting his nearly seven-and-a-half-year career.

He will retire in spring when he joins his handler’s family.

The North Dakota Industrial Commission announced a short-term, low-interest loan program for furloughed federal employees and active duty military stationed in ND amid the federal government shutdown—FFERP offers loans at 2% interest for up to three months to cover base net pay.

Applications open Friday, Oct. 10 through local banks and credit unions, and the program ends Jan. 9 unless Congress passes funding to reopen the government.

Kevin Marshall, host of FCS Nation, joined James McCarty and Jace Denman yesterday for a weekly sports update—discussing MVFC and upcoming weekend matchups.

Voices of Dyslexia Conference 2025

8:00 AM – 5:30 PM — Dakota Medical Foundation — Registration required — Engage with experts and peers in the dyslexia community for tools and strategies to support individual learning.

PopROCKS! Dance Party

9 PM – 1 AM — The Windbreak — Cover charge at the door — Experience a night of fun and dancing at Fargo's popular PopROCKS! event.

Stained Glass Bat Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Ticket required — Create a stunning stained glass bat perfect for welcoming fall with Morgan's Stained Glass.

Discover NDSU Event

1:30-5:30 p.m. — Morrill Hall, Fargo, ND — Free entry — Explore the campus with a student-led tour showcasing facilities and opportunities at NDSU.

Red River Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Broadway Square — SNAP/EBT accepted — Explore local vendors, enjoy live music, and partake in a cooking demonstration.

Book Flower Vase Upcycle Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Transform old pages into charming vases while enjoying a creative evening.

Spooky Seasonal Watercolor Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with Halloween-themed watercolor painting under expert guidance.

Fargo North vs. Wahpeton Senior Swim Meet

9 a.m. — Hulbert Aquatic Center — Entry limits apply — Compete in exciting individual and relay swim events at this high school showdown.

Dylan Scott Easy Does It Tour

7-11 p.m. — Scheels Arena — Check local listings for ticket info — Enjoy an evening with multi-Platinum country artist Dylan Scott and special guests Josh Ross and Zach John King.

Haunted Hangar at Fargo Air Museum

4-6 p.m. — Fargo Air Museum — Regular Museum admission applies — Explore a spooky scavenger hunt and hear chilling tales from the skies.