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Educators are balancing AI’s benefits for lesson planning with concerns over academic shortcuts — including Fargo Public Schools adjusting policies — while state superintendent Levi Bachmeier says updated guidelines and teacher training will help teachers and students use AI responsibly.

The Horace Mann Elementary transition plan has been released so students will attend classes at Washington, Roosevelt, or Madison Elementary during construction of a new $45 million school; new attendance boundaries start next fall and a principal will be named before winter break with the new building opening in fall 2028.

North Dakota will distribute broadband infrastructure grants to expand telehealth services statewide, aiming for 100% connectivity by 2028 so rural patients can save time and money on medical care.

Fargo Force vs Sioux City Musketeers

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Scheels Arena — Cost varies — Catch the thrilling hockey matchup between the Fargo Force and Sioux City Musketeers.

Fargo Force vs Sioux Falls Stampede

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Scheels Arena — Check FloHockey to catch the game live or on-demand with your subscription.

Sugar Plum Fairy Dance Camp

2-4 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance — Cost varies — Celebrate the holidays with festive dance, crafts, and a special guest appearance from the Sugar Plum Fairy.

Needle Felted Yeti Workshop

4-6 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium at Brewhalla — Ticket required — Create a charming needle-felted Santa gnome while learning the art of felting.

The Classic Nutcracker

7 p.m. — Fargo Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of this beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage.

Post-Traumatic Funk Syndrome’s Have Yourself a Funky Little Christmas!

Post-Traumatic Funk Syndrome’s Have Yourself a Funky Little Christmas! returns to the Sanctuary Events Center on Friday, December 19 — a beloved Fargo holiday tradition powered by their iconic 12-piece horn band and festive, feel-good classics. If you can't make it to Friday, don't worry; they bring the groove back for a second night on Saturday, December 20.

Christmas Pop-up Painting Party

6-9 PM — THE ART BAR — Pre-registration required — Paint an adorable 'Christmas Highland Cow' with a community group on a 16x20 canvas.

Gnome Craft Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium at Brewhalla — Registration required — Create your own festive gnome while learning about Norwegian folklore in a fun crafting experience.

Stained Glass Mosaic Gnome Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium — Costs vary — Create colorful stained glass mosaic gnomes in this hands-on art class.

2025 Essentia Health West Fargo Winter Classic

10 a.m. — Essentia Health Plaza — Check event details for entry fees — Experience thrilling competition as top teams from North Dakota and Minnesota battle it out in the Winter Classic.