Fargo News

Fargo, North Dakota – Fargo voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, October 6, for a Special Election that could bring a major change to the way the city’s government is structured. The election centers on a single ballot measure asking voters whether Fargo should move away from its current at large commission system and replace it with a ward based council form of government. Polling locations will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Election Day. Fargo residents who are eligible to vote can cast their ballots at one of three locations. The FARGODOME at 1800 University…

Horace, North Dakota – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is asking members of the public for assistance as authorities work to locate 16-year-old Bella Schultz. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Bella was last known to be in Horace, North Dakota. Authorities are seeking information that could help determine where she is currently located or provide investigators with additional details about her recent whereabouts. Bella is described as being 5 feet 7 inches tall. She has brown hair and brown eyes. Public asked to share information with authorities Anyone who has information about Bella’s current location is being urged to contact authorities…

West Fargo, North Dakota – Drivers traveling along Beaton Drive should prepare for a temporary lane closure and possible traffic delays as crews carry out soil boring work. A portion of the westbound lane of Beaton Drive, located east of Sheyenne Street, will close beginning Wednesday, September 30. The closure is necessary so crews can safely complete the planned soil boring work in the area. Flaggers will maintain two-way traffic Although part of the westbound lane will be unavailable, the road will remain open to traffic. Flaggers will be stationed at the work area to guide vehicles and maintain two way…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo Police Department is highlighting the importance of mental health support for law enforcement officers as National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day is observed during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The department acknowledged that suicide can be a difficult subject to discuss but stressed that having conversations about mental health can make a meaningful difference. Police officers can experience difficult situations and high levels of stress through their work, and those experiences may continue to affect them both while they are on duty and in their personal lives. Talking openly about these challenges can help reduce the…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance as officers work to locate 16-year-old Mateya Rodriguez, who has been reported as a missing runaway. According to police, Mateya was last seen at approximately 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, in south Fargo. Authorities are asking anyone who may have seen her or knows where she is to contact law enforcement. Mateya is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighing approximately 180 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. When she was last seen, Mateya was wearing a True Religion sweatshirt with…

West Fargo, North Dakota – Cass County is inviting young people, families, and other community members to learn more about the wide range of activities available through 4-H during a special event in West Fargo. The Cass County 4-H Kick-Off Event will take place Sunday, Oct. 4, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Agricultural Education Center at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds, located at 1805 Main Ave. W. in West Fargo. The event is designed for both newcomers and families who already have experience with 4-H. Those who are considering joining will be able to learn how the program works,…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo Police Department is asking members of the public for help locating a 36 year old man who was reported missing after he was last seen in south Fargo. Nicholas Jackson was last seen at approximately 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19. Police are seeking information from anyone who may know where Jackson is or who may have seen him since his last known sighting. Authorities provided a physical description of Jackson to help members of the community identify him. Jackson is 36 years old and stands approximately 6 feet 3 inches tall. He weighs about…

Fargo, North Dakota – Fargo Cass Public Health is encouraging residents to prepare for the 2026 respiratory virus season by making sure they are up to date on recommended seasonal vaccines, including those for influenza, COVID-19 and RSV. Health officials are placing particular attention on the annual flu vaccine as fall approaches. Influenza can range from a relatively mild illness to a serious infection requiring hospital treatment, and it can sometimes result in death. The virus affects the respiratory system, including the nose, throat and, in some cases, the lungs. FCPH officials say receiving a flu vaccine every year remains the…

Fargo, North Dakota – Fargo residents will head to the polls Tuesday, Oct. 6, for a Special Election that could result in a major change to the way the city is governed. The ballot will ask voters whether Fargo should move from its current commission form of government to a council form. For the proposal to pass, more than 50% of the votes cast specifically on the question must support the change. Residents who want to cast their ballots before Election Day will need to vote absentee. The city will not operate an early voting location for this Special Election. Voters…

Fargo, North Dakota – Several City of Fargo offices, facilities, and public services will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday, with normal public operations expected to resume the following day. City offices, Fargo Municipal Court, Fargo Cass Public Health and every Fargo Public Library branch will be closed for the holiday. The Fargo Cass Public Health closure also includes its WIC services and clinic. Those facilities are scheduled to reopen to the public Tuesday, September 8. Monday garbage collection moves to Tuesday Labor Day will also result in a temporary adjustment to Fargo’s sanitation schedule.…