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What's up Fargo! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Police found a body in south Fargo—here's what investigators know.
  • Why did 32nd Avenue suddenly flood near Hornbacher's this week?
  • Which Fargo athletes delivered standout performances in last night's prep action?

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 76 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunny and not as warm, temps: high: 66, low: 43.
  • Friday: Some sun, then turning cloudy, with a high of 62 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fargo Police investigating homicide; suspect detained in Nebraska (valleynewslive.com) — Fargo police are investigating a suspected homicide after finding a deceased person in a 34th Street South apartment during a welfare check, and a 42-year-old Fargo man has been detained in Nebraska. Detectives are still gathering evidence and urge anyone with information to contact Fargo Police or submit anonymous tips, as they work to confirm the cause of death and timeline.
   

2. Debris may have clogged pump during Fargo street flooding (inforum.com) — City engineers say this week's flooding along 32nd Avenue near Hornbacher's in Fargo likely stemmed from debris, including a loose rope, jamming a stormwater pump while two of three service pumps were already down. Crews cleared the water by opening a sluice gate, and residents are urged to call the city if neighborhood storm pipes or drains aren't working properly.
   

3. Prep highlights: Quinn Erickson nets 4 goals in Moorhead girls soccer victory (inforum.com) — Fargo-area high school teams had a busy night, with West Fargo Horace, Fargo North, Fargo Oak Grove and Fargo Davies all in action against regional rivals. Local volleyball players racked up big kill and dig totals, while Davies boys soccer fell 3-1 despite a goal from Easton Keller. Moorhead and Park Christian squads also posted standout performances just across the river.
   

4. Today in History, 2005: Judge rules 10 Commandments marker outside City Hall can stay (inforum.com) — Fargo residents may remember the long-running debate over the Ten Commandments monument outside City Hall, which a federal judge ruled in 2005 could legally stay in place. The decision followed a lawsuit by local Red River Freethinkers members and leaned on similar Supreme Court and 8th Circuit rulings. The monument, donated in 1958, was deemed to convey both secular and religious messages.
   

5. September 29: Vietnam Protest in Fargo (prairiepublic.org) — Fargo once hosted a major Vietnam War protest, when hundreds of mostly college students peacefully demonstrated outside the Fargo Civic Center in 1969 during Vice President Spiro Agnew's visit. Organizers secured permits, read names of fallen soldiers, and maintained calm despite a fenced "militarized zone" and police presence. The event highlighted that anti-war sentiment was alive in North Dakota, not just on the coasts.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Friendly atmosphere.
    Great home cooking with fresh food. Great food choices. They also hear senior portions. Did I say great home cooking (Nextdoor Village West)
  • Congrats to #FargoPD Officer Chandler Eitreim, who is working his first shift as a solo officer tonight, Monday, September 28.
    Officer Eitreim, a graduate of Fargo Police Academy Class IX, is assigned to the night shift in service to our residents, businesses and visitors. … (Nextdoor )
  • Border States posted a job opening for Distribution Center Inventory Control Specialist in Fargo. Apply here.
  • Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Associates in Fargo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fargo here.

Ok Fargo! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: You don't want to press your luck! (Thank you Tee E. for sending it in!)
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