Good morning, Fargo.

Thousands of families in North Dakota and Minnesota may soon lose SNAP benefits, and Fargo businesses are stepping in to help.

Great Harvest Bread Company offers free bread to federal workers while Papa John's accepts food donations for the food shelf—both will continue their support until local families have enough to eat.

North Dakota is using $1.5 million from the Department of Health and Human Services to support food programs amid a federal shutdown that will delay SNAP benefits, with Governor Armstrong noting that the Great Plains Food Bank received $915,000 to buy over 450,000 pounds of food for roughly 24,000 households. He said the state also set aside $600,000 to keep the Women, Infants and Children Program fully funded through November — a step taken to help families until federal aid resumes.

Minnesota and North Dakota children are participating in a Duke University A.I. project that will use rural clinic data to predict teen mental illness within a year.

The study secured a $15 million federal grant and will include 2,000 children — researchers stress strict patient privacy protections — to guide future mental health care.

Big Game James McCarty interviewed MSUM Football defensive back Evan Miles on October 31 at 7:59 a.m., and Miles said his expanded role has boosted the team’s defense—he added they can compete with any opponent in the conference.

Four teams—Mahnomen-Waubun, Hillcrest Lutheran Academy, Kittson County Central and Fertile-Beltrami—qualified for the Minnesota State Tournament at the FargoDome after wins on Thursday, with Mahnomen-Waubun earning a fifth straight trip and Hillcrest Lutheran marking its first since 2016. The state tournaments begin next week and brackets will be posted on Facebook.

MSUM Football head coach Steve Laqua talked with reporter Jace Denman as he recapped the Northern State game and previewed the upcoming Battle Axe game against Bemidji State—saying his team is ready for the challenge.

MSUM Football DB Evan Miles said his increased role on defense and the team's improved play boosted their confidence to compete with any conference rival—he shared these insights during an interview with James McCarty yesterday.

Miles explained that the lessons learned have guided his growth and the progress of the defense over the season.

Reporter Big Game James McCarty interviewed MSUM Football DL Jacob Brosius, who recalled his college career memories and explained the keys to the team’s success against Bemidji State — he said these moments were what he enjoyed most during his time with the team.

RB Owen Wiersma was named Dragon Heart Player of the Week after last weekend's game against Northern State — he told Jace Denman that strong team support fuels his drive on the field.

Pickabob Grill & BBQ

11 AM – 10 PM — Great Northern Picnic Park — Details to be confirmed — Enjoy a day filled with delectable BBQ and community vibes in Fargo.

Autumn Watercolor Workshop with Soulful Creations

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Create a beautiful maple leaf artwork with watercolor pencils while enjoying your lunch.

Jeff Dunham's Artificial Intelligence Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Scheels Arena — Check local listings for pricing — Experience a night of laughter with Jeff Dunham and his beloved puppets tackling modern themes.

Friendsgiving Dance Festival

2-4 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance — Free for a friend — Celebrate friendship through festive dance, games, and crafts at a joyful camp for kids.

North Dakota Jigsaw Puzzle Championship Qualifier

12-3 p.m. — Bonanzaville USA — $45 team entry — Compete with your team in assembling a 500-piece puzzle for a chance to qualify for the championship.

Christmas Charm Jewelry Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Create a festive charm necklace or bracelet in celebration of the holiday season.

Moonlit Moss Wall Hanging Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Create a stunning crescent moon wall hanging with natural materials in a whimsical workshop led by Ashley Rieck.

The Black Jacket Symphony: AC/DC Tribute

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fargo Theatre — Ticket prices may vary — Experience a full live recreation of AC/DC’s iconic album 'Back in Black' and more classic rock hits.

Fargo Force vs Youngstown Phantoms

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Scheels Arena — Watch the action live on FloHockey as the Fargo Force take on the Youngstown Phantoms in an exciting ice hockey match.

Winter Watercolor Cards Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Create festive watercolor cards under expert guidance for seasonal greetings and décor.