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🌳Exploding Trees in Fargo?

Free School Meals, Interstate Interchange,

January 23, 2026

Weather Forecast

Friday, January 23, 2026
⛅ -8°F | Partly Sunny | High: -8°F, Low: -22°F

Saturday, January 24, 2026
☁️ -1°F | Cloudy | High: -1°F, Low: -17°F

Sunday, January 25, 2026
☀️ -7°F | Sunny | High: -7°F, Low: -19°F

Good afternoon, Fargo-Moorhead! There is lots to get out and enjoy this weekend just watch out for exploding trees 😂 

In today’s FM Scoop:

  • Free Meals

  • Interstate Interchange

  • New Police Recruits

"Let’s stir things up!"

Scoops of the Day

North Dakota Moves Toward Free School Meals 🥪

North Dakota’s Legislative Management has advanced a bill that would provide free breakfast and lunch to every student in the state starting July 1, 2026. Introduced by Rep. Mike Nathe, the proposal would allocate $65 million over the 2025–2027 biennium to cover one breakfast and one lunch per school day at no cost to families. Public schools would be required to offer meals upon request, while nonpublic, tribal, and Bureau of Indian Education schools could opt in, with the state reimbursing schools for the difference between federal reimbursements and actual costs. For more details, read the full article here.

Fargo Approves I‑29 & 64th Avenue Interchange 🚧

Fargo commissioners have approved plans to build a partial cloverleaf interchange at the I‑29 and 64th Avenue South overpass, a project in the works for over 20 years with $21 million in federal funding already secured. While some nearby residents voiced concerns about on and off ramps, local developers supported the plan, and the city is exploring ways to address safety and limit special assessments for neighboring properties. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2028. For more details, read the full article here.

Fargo PD Welcomes New Police Recruits 👮

Nine new recruits have started training with the Fargo Police Department, chosen from a pool of 143 applicants and coming from four states: North Dakota, Minnesota, Arizona, and Texas. Five recruits bring military experience to the class. Their 720‑hour in‑house academy covers topics like constitutional law, crime scene investigation, defensive tactics, de‑escalation, and firearms, followed by a 16‑week Police Training Officer program. Chief Dave Zibolski emphasizes community partnerships through “The Fargo Way,” aiming to prepare officers with critical skills, modern policing knowledge, and strong ties to the community. For more details, read the full article here.

The stories featured in FM Scoop are summarized with the assistance of AI and reviewed for accuracy. We do not claim credit for the original reporting. Our goal is to keep you informed about the latest happenings in the Fargo-Moorhead area while respecting the work of local journalists. For the full articles and details, please follow the provided links.

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A Swirl of Events

(Concerts, Community Events, Local Markets, Etc.)

Friday

Sound Bath at Brewhalla 🎶 - Sink into deep relaxation with this calming Sound Bath experience hosted by Haute Yogis at Brewhalla. Spend an hour resting, breathing, and letting soothing sound waves help you fully unwind. Get cozy with a mat or blanket and enjoy a peaceful reset with no movement required, just pure relaxation and recharge time.

Creativity & Lunch Break Workshop 🎨 - Take a break from scrolling and recharge with a relaxing, hands on creativity workshop at the Unglued Craftatorium inside Brewhalla. Enjoy your lunch while learning a simple black ink drawing practice designed to ease stress, spark flow, and help recover from burnout. All supplies are included, plus you’ll take home a creativity practice booklet to continue the experience. Open to all ages and happening Friday, January 23rd from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Date Night Clay Sessions 🏺 - Enjoy a relaxed, creative evening with a friend or partner during these popular clay workshops offered across six Friday sessions from late January through May. Learn the basics of wheel throwing or hand building together while exploring introductory clay techniques. All materials and glazing are included, and you’ll pick the finish for your piece before it’s fired. Space is limited, the price covers two people, and these sessions tend to fill up quickly.

Saturday

Unplug & Play Game Night 🎲 - Enjoy a laid back and social board game night perfect for a fun evening out. Whether you’re into strategy games, party favorites, or just looking to meet new people, this welcoming event offers a seat at the table and plenty of chances to connect and unwind.

Forever Floral Wreath Workshop 🌸 - Refresh your front door with a handmade floral wreath designed to shine year round. Choose from a variety of faux flowers and natural foliage, or add a little sparkle with glitter or a bow to make it your own. All tools and supplies are provided, so you can focus on creating while someone else handles the cleanup and leave with a beautiful wreath made to last.

Book Signing & Album Release at Paradox 📚 - Experience a unique Saturday morning event blending live music, horror fiction, and local creativity at Paradox Comics N Cards. The Kamikaze Snowmen will celebrate and sign their genre bending new album while Fargo author Chuck Lang signs copies of his debut supernatural horror novel Dead Gods, offering a chance to connect with artists, enjoy conversation, and soak in a truly one of a kind community gathering.

Sunday

Hygge Day Cozy Gathering 🛋️ - Embrace the art of getting cozy with a full day dedicated to all things Hygge. Show up in your jammies or slippers, enjoy shopping and crafts, and settle in with friends, books, or board games in a relaxed and welcoming space made for comfort and connection.

Mini Monstera Stained Glass Workshop 🌿 - Create a charming mini monstera suncatcher during this hands on stained glass style workshop led by Morgan of Morgan’s Stained Glass. Choose from pre cut glass pieces, learn copper foiling and soldering techniques, and leave with a finished piece ready to catch the sunlight. All supplies are included, the class is open to middle school through adult participants, and extra mini monsteras can be added on during registration.

The Wedding Show 💍 - Plan your dream wedding at Fargo Moorhead’s go to wedding show, bringing together inspiration, vendors, and ideas to help make your big day stress free and unforgettable. Happening Sunday January 25th from noon to 3 pm at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Fargo, attendees can explore everything from décor to services, enjoy VIP perks with advance tickets, and even register on site for a chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes.

For all the details on these events, be sure to click the hyperlinked event titles.

Rest assured, nothing in this section is sponsored. We'll always be transparent and let you know when something is.

Show us your furry friend!

Real life best friends
Meet the FM Pets 🐾

I want to try something a little different around here and feature some of our readers furry friends. Feel free to share a great story or funny quirk that makes them unique. If you are a foster parent let us know we would be happy to include that they are up for adoption! Use the link below to submit a photo so we can include them in a later edition!

The stories featured in FM Scoop are summarized with the assistance of AI and reviewed for accuracy. We do not claim credit for the original reporting. Our goal is to keep you informed about the latest happenings in the Fargo-Moorhead area while respecting the work of local journalists. For the full articles and details, please follow the provided links.

The Evening Delights

(Trivia, Music, Bingo, Comedy, Etc.)

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

For the latest updates and any last-minute changes, click the event links hyperlinked in the titles.

Rest assured, nothing in this section is sponsored. We'll always be transparent and let you know when something is.

Enjoy the Weekend!

Thanks for catching up with us! We hope the FM Scoop has you ready for the weekend ahead. Share the good vibes, and don’t forget to check back for more updates after the weekend fun!