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West Fargo, North Dakota – Drivers should prepare for temporary traffic changes beginning Monday, August 24, as Public Works crews carry out sewer line work on 9th Street East. Crews will be jetting and televising the sewer line, a process used to clean and inspect the system. The work will require part of the intersection at 9th Street East and 10th Avenue East to be blocked while crews complete the project. The work is expected to continue through Wednesday, August 26, although the schedule could change depending on weather conditions. Detours and turn restrictions planned Southbound motorists traveling on 9th Street…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Cass and Clay Counties Suicide Prevention Coalition is preparing to hold two free community events aimed at giving residents practical information they can use to recognize warning signs, support people who may be struggling and make their homes safer. The events are being organized in connection with National Suicide Prevention Month, which is observed throughout September. However, Fargo Cass Public Health emphasized that efforts to prevent suicide and support mental health conversations remain important throughout the entire year. Both events are open to the community at no cost, and advance registration is not required. The first…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo Public Library is giving local children a chance to have some fun while collecting useful items for the upcoming school year through three School Supply Bingo events planned for August 17, 18 and 19. Children from kindergarten through grade 6 are invited to participate. Each event will begin at 10 a.m., with a different Fargo Public Library location hosting the activity on each of the three days. The first School Supply Bingo session is scheduled for Monday, August 17, at the Dr. James Carlson Library, located at 2801 32nd Ave. S. The program will move…

Fargo, North Dakota – Fargo drivers should prepare for several traffic changes beginning Monday, August 10, as road construction, pavement marking work, and private underground utility projects affect multiple streets across the city. One of the projects will take place along Veterans Boulevard, where a contractor will begin restriping pavement markings inside several roundabouts between 40th Avenue South and 52nd Avenue South. The work will generally take place between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., with only one roundabout scheduled to close at a time. Crews will move from north to south, beginning with the roundabout at 44th Avenue South on Monday.…

Fargo, North Dakota – Drivers and visitors heading into Downtown Fargo on Sunday, August 9, should prepare for temporary street closures and parking restrictions connected to the 2026 Pride Parade. The parade is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m., but parking restrictions will take effect several hours earlier. City officials are advising people traveling through Downtown Fargo to pay close attention to posted signs and plan for possible traffic delays throughout the afternoon. Parking will be prohibited along the parade route from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday. The restrictions will cover 1st Avenue North from 2nd Street North to Broadway,…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is celebrating one of its own after Sgt. Keenan Zundel was recognized as a 2026 Red River Valley Fair Hometown Hero, honoring his years of dedicated public service and leadership. The recognition highlights Sgt. Zundel’s nearly two decades of commitment to protecting the residents of Cass County and his important role in helping ensure the success and safety of one of the region’s largest annual events. Nearly two decades of dedicated service According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Sgt. Zundel has proudly served the community for the past 19 years, building…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo Fire Departments are preparing to welcome a new group of future firefighters as the 15th class of recruits begins training at the Metro Fire Academy on Monday, Aug. 3. This year’s academy class includes six recruits, who will spend the next 18 weeks completing a rigorous training program designed to prepare them for the demands of emergency response and public safety. The academy combines classroom learning with practical experience to help recruits develop the skills needed for a career in the fire service. Throughout the program, participants will take part in…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is inviting local residents and people who work in the county to apply for its upcoming Citizens Academy, a free educational program designed to provide participants with a closer look at modern law enforcement operations. Beginning this fall, the academy will offer a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training, giving attendees an opportunity to better understand the many responsibilities handled by deputies and sheriff’s office staff. Officials said the program is intended to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the community while providing greater insight into how the agency serves Cass…

West Fargo, North Dakota – Drivers in the area should prepare for temporary traffic changes as a section of Rustad Lane E will close for concrete repair work starting Monday, July 27. The construction project will affect the portion of Rustad Lane E located just north of 23rd Avenue E. During the work, the intersection of 6th Street E and 23rd Avenue E will be closed to northbound and southbound traffic, requiring motorists to follow posted detours. Officials said northbound traffic on 6th Street E will be redirected west on 23rd Avenue E to allow access to businesses located along Rustad…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo Public Library is preparing to wrap up one of its biggest summer programs with a special dinosaur-themed event designed to entertain and educate children of all ages. Families are invited to attend the Summer Reading Challenge wrap-up celebration featuring Dakota Dinosaur Adventure on Monday, July 27. The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the Dr. James Carlson Library, located at 2801 32nd Ave. S. in Fargo. Organizers have planned the event as an open house, allowing visitors to arrive and participate in activities throughout the morning. No advance registration is…