Fargo News

Fargo, North Dakota – The City of Fargo is introducing a modern, technology-driven parking experience in downtown Fargo with the launch of a new automated system at the Roberts Commons Garage, located at 217 Roberts St. N. City officials say the upgrade is designed to make parking easier, faster, and more secure for residents, downtown employees, and visitors traveling to nearby businesses, restaurants, and offices. The secured garage now uses automation and camera technology to create a smooth, frictionless process for entering, parking, and exiting the facility. The system is intended to reduce delays while improving convenience and safety. How the…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo Police Department will share an in-depth look at public safety trends during a scheduled news conference set for Monday, Feb. 23, at 11:30 a.m. The briefing will focus on 2025 crime statistics and provide residents with insight into patterns shaping safety across the community. Police Chief Dave Zibolski is expected to present key findings, including a notable decline in overall crime. According to the department, crime fell by 10 percent from 2024 to 2025, continuing a steady downward pattern that followed a 6.8 percent decrease from 2023 to 2024. Officials say the presentation will break…

Fargo, North Dakota – Residents in Fargo will soon have an opportunity to step into the past through storytelling and history as North Dakota author Barb Solberg prepares to visit the downtown Main Library for a special literary event. The Fargo Public Library will host a public reading and book signing on Monday, Feb. 23, at 6 p.m., giving attendees a chance to hear directly from the author about her work and creative journey. Solberg will present selections from her 2022 historical novel, “What We Leave Behind,” a work that traces the experiences of Norwegian immigrants who traveled to America…

Fargo, North Dakota – Residents in Fargo should plan ahead for several municipal service changes as city offices and facilities close in observance of Presidents’ Day on Monday, February 16. Officials announced that many administrative offices and public service locations will be closed for the holiday, while essential services will continue. City of Fargo offices, Fargo Municipal Court, all Fargo Public Library locations, and Fargo Cass Public Health—including WIC services and clinic operations—will be closed for the day. Essential services and schedules remain in place Garbage and recycling collection schedules will not be affected by the holiday. Residents are reminded…

Fargo, North Dakota—The city of Fargo is seeking public input as it reviews its food pushcart program in the downtown district, a service that has become a familiar part of daily life for residents, workers, and visitors. City officials have launched a community survey to better understand how the program is working and whether improvements are needed. The survey is now available and will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, February 22. Community members are encouraged to share their feedback by visiting FargoND.gov/FoodPushcartSurvey. Officials say the responses will help shape potential updates to the program. Pushcarts serve downtown workers and…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo Public Library is inviting the community to celebrate friendship and fun with a special Galentine’s Day gathering this February. The event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 12, beginning at 6 p.m. at the downtown Main Library. Designed as a lighthearted evening centered on connection and creativity, the celebration will feature a screening of the popular comedy Legally Blonde. Guests will also enjoy a waffle bar and a variety of craft activities as part of the festivities. Friendship and fun at the Main Library Library officials say the Galentine’s Day event is open to adults…

Fargo, North Dakota – Drivers traveling through the Fargo area late Thursday night should prepare for a temporary lane closure as the North Dakota Department of Transportation schedules repair work along Interstate 94. Transportation officials said the work will focus on repairing the cable median barrier along a short stretch of the interstate. The affected area will be the eastbound left passing lane, beginning approximately one-half mile east of Veterans Boulevard and ending about one-half mile west of Veterans Boulevard, between mile markers 347 and 348. Overnight closure planned for repairs The lane closure is expected to begin at 10…

Fargo, North Dakota – Police in Fargo are asking for help from the public as they work to identify three suspects connected to a traffic-related incident that unfolded earlier this month. The Fargo Police Department says the case remains under investigation and community tips could be key to moving it forward. Police ask for help identifying suspects According to investigators, the incident happened at approximately 1:21 p.m. on Sunday, February 1, in the 500 block of Broadway North. Officers say the three individuals are suspected of impeding the flow of traffic by deliberately obstructing a vehicle that had the right of…

Fargo, North Dakota – Travelers flying in and out of Fargo will soon experience a major upgrade as Hector International Airport prepares to open a brand new concourse designed to make air travel more comfortable, spacious, and modern. Airport officials say the long-anticipated expansion is the largest transformation the terminal has seen in decades. The new concourse will officially open to the public on Tuesday, Feb. 10, marking a key milestone in a multi-year terminal expansion and remodeling project. New concourse brings space comfort and modern features The concourse is part of a $105 million construction project and adds 73,000 square…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo Public Library is opening its doors to young writers with a pair of hands-on workshops designed to help teens build skills, confidence, and a stronger connection to storytelling. The sessions are part of the “Northern Narratives” 2026 writing project, a broader effort focused on uplifting teen voices and creative expression in the community. Teens between the ages of 13 and 18 are invited to take part in the workshops, which will be led by Fargo-based writer and instructor Sarah Beck. Library officials say the goal is to give young people practical tools they can use…