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Fargo
Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Churches United received a $1,000 grant from West Central Initiative to support its work assisting people facing homelessness and hunger within a 100-mile area, and Pastor Devlyn Brooks said he was thankful for the boost. In November the group saw more than 1,000 visits and 52,000 lbs of food distributed. AM 1100 The Flag
- ➤ Fargo Salvation Army announced that four collectible US gold coins (valued at about $8,300) were found in red kettles around the metro by generous donors. The coins, minted between 1894 and 1924, will help fund community programs until bell ringing ends on Christmas Eve. KVRR
- ➤ Friday at the West Fargo Rural Fire Department, the Fill the Boot event raised $11,501 for Golden Drive Homeless Kids and set a record with 46,215 donated socks, with civic leaders including Mayor Bernie Dardis and guests like Jay Thomas, Scoopie, the Grinch, and Santa Claus (attending). WDAY Radio
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A private plane reported landing gear issues and landed safely at Hector International Airport on Friday afternoon, and fire crews were dispatched at 1:20 p.m. but returned when no one was hurt. WDAY Radio
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A statewide poll showed that 53% of residents found everyday necessities less affordable over the past year and 31% planned to reduce holiday spending due to rising prices; local retailers noted steady support despite inflation and tariff concerns. KVRR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former NDSU student Pheafrisia Strachan works as a certified veterinary technician at Dolphin Cay at Atlantis Bahamas, caring for bottlenose dolphins, sea lions and other animals. Her hands-on training in Fargo — where she first lived independently — prepared her for a unique career in animal care. NDSU
- ➤ Steven Briggs, an NDSU associate professor in political science and public policy, has been named a Clouston Family Fellow (a three-year appointment) honoring his research, teaching and service. His recognition supports ongoing study of crime prevention and policy education in Fargo. NDSU
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
3-5 p.m. — FARGODOME — Tickets on sale starting September 12 — Experience the spectacular holiday fusion of rock and classical with a tribute to Beethoven's Last Night.
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Fargo Force vs Lincoln Stars
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Scheels Arena — Cost info not provided — Catch the thrilling hockey action between the Fargo Force and Lincoln Stars on FloHockey.
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Hygge Charm Jewelry Workshop
6-12 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium — Ticket required — Create a cozy charm necklace or bracelet while embracing the Danish concept of hygge.
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Nice Boy Haircut Concert
9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Dempsey's Public House — Free entry — Enjoy a polished, high-energy cover band that keeps the dance floor moving all night long.
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Lunch Hour Creativity Practice with Soulful Creations
11:30 a.m. — Brewhalla - Market / Events / Hotel — Ticket required — Engage in a relaxing creative process during lunch and rejuvenate your soul.
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Day of Bliss: Live Grunge Music
9:00 PM – 1:30 AM — Dempsey's Public House — Free — Experience a high-energy grunge revival with Fargo's own Day of Bliss.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.
~ Maya Angelou
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