Fargo News

Fargo, North Dakota – Firefighting is undeniably one of the most challenging professions, demanding courage, resilience, and a deep-seated desire to protect and save lives. The Fargo Fire Department is currently on the lookout for such exceptional individuals to join their ranks. New recruits will undertake the comprehensive 16-week Fargo Fire Academy program, which encompasses daily physical workouts and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training. The department is actively seeking applicants from diverse backgrounds, including women. To be eligible for a position as a Fargo firefighter, applicants must be at least 18 years of age, possess a driver’s license, and have…

Fargo, North Dakota – The Fargo City Commission has given the green light for the next phase of awarding construction bids for Fire Station No. 8. Although the bids received last month exceeded the initial estimate by $59,000, the city’s contingency plans can accommodate the overrun. The new fire station is slated for construction at the intersection of 33rd Street and 66th Avenue South, in close proximity to the recently completed 64th Avenue South overpass. A groundbreaking ceremony is anticipated to be announced in the near future. The $8.1 million bond, approved by the city commission last year, will not…

Fargo, North Dakota – Spring has arrived, and what better time to do some decluttering than during the annual Cleanup Week? If you’re looking to get rid of unwanted household items, furniture, and appliances, now is the perfect opportunity to do so. Cleanup Week, which will run from May 1-5 and May 8-12, offers residents in different cities the chance to have their items collected right from their curbsides. Rules for pickup vary depending on the city you live in. For Fargo residents, pickup will occur on the same day as your recycling day, with “B” week pickups taking place…