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Hi Fargo, we made it to Thursday! In today’s edition: Travis Tritt belts the hits, a 100th Little International Livestock Show, a coffee and cocoa crawl, and more.
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
An evening of country anthems: Travis Tritt will bring 35 years of hits to The Lights in West Fargo on Friday, July 17. Expect favorites like Country Club. VIP and general admission are standing room — get all the concert details.
Shifting enrollment picture ahead: West Fargo school enrollment has climbed more than 30% in 15 years, but growth may slow, even as the district could surpass Bismarck, with room for 8,000 homes near Horace — read the full enrollment outlook.
Customer trends drive changes: Bottle Barn will close its downtown Fargo store at 618 2nd Ave N, shifting focus to its locations at 2515 University Drive S and 3171 Bluestem Dr in West Fargo — learn why the shift happened.
Why major tours skipped Fargo: The Fargodome lost $675,000 in 2025 after a slow concert year, but management says 2026 looks brighter, with Foo Fighters’ Sept. 12 show already outpacing past single-concert sales — get the outlook and numbers.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
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Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🫶 We got your back
Celebrating a campus legacy: NDSU’s Little International Livestock Show marks its 100th year with the theme Living Shepperd’s Vision. The student-run event will take place February 13 and 14 at NDSU. Fargo senior Linnea Axtman is this year’s Little I Queen, highlighting a century of ag tradition. Read the full story.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
Giving back in Fargo: A local sports bar has been raising money for Golden Drive Homeless Kids. Hearts with donor names cover the walls, showing community support. On top of customer donations, one employee is working to raise $3,000 to boost the final total, supporting kids in our area. Read the full story.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Serious cat therapy: If your week needs a purr-powered reset, Homeward Animal Shelter is where time with adoptable kitties turns stress into head boops, and maybe you’ll meet the roommate you didn’t know you needed. Low-key, local, and dangerously heart-melting… the best kind of distraction.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Unwind with a pour: When you want a low-key night with a dash of fancy, Luna Fargo pours a thoughtful wine lineup alongside craveable, from-scratch plates. Settle into easy conversation, sip what suits your mood, and find just enough indulgence to brighten an ordinary week.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🐄 100th Little International Livestock Show @ Shepperd Arena | Saturday (2/14) – Skip the roses and hit the ring for the 100th Little International at Shepperd Arena, an NDSU rite where students call the shots. More than a livestock show, it’s showmanship, tradition, and gleaming boots, with enough barn air to clear heads. Real talent, no fluff.
🥞 68th Annual Kiwanis Pancake Karnival @ FARGODOME | Saturday (2/14) at 7:00 AM – Nothing beats all-you-can-eat buttermilk or buckwheat pancakes at the FARGODOME, especially with that famous Kiwanis sausage. Feel virtuous while carb loading, since proceeds back local groups fighting childhood hunger, and yes, you can bring the grandkids, then leave with a five-pound box for later.
☕ 2026 Coffee & Cocoa Crawl @ Downtown Fargo | Saturday (2/14) at 10:00 AM – Need a Valentine plan that involves mittens and caffeine? Do the Downtown Fargo Coffee & Cocoa Crawl, sip coffee, cocoa, and tea at 20+ stops, and snag a locally made mug. Cozy strolls, local businesses, and a perfectly acceptable day-date.
🖼 Valentine’s Art Fair | Saturday (2/14) at 11:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to treat yourself, or stroll hand in hand while pretending to just browse, this Valentine’s art fair is it. Free entry, makers, zero pressure, buying solo encouraged, couples optional. Vendors can reserve a slot via the ticket link.
🌵 Kids Succulent Garden @ Baker Garden & Gift | Saturday (2/14) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats letting the kids dig in the dirt somewhere that isn’t your living room. They’ll build a miniature succulent garden, learn simple plant care, and get creative, while you team up as the adult and skip the cleanup. Grab tickets: https://bit.ly/kidssucculentgarden
🍃 Stained Glass Alocasia Leaf @ Brewhalla | Saturday (2/14) at 4:00 PM – Ready to swap shears for a soldering iron? At Brewhalla’s Unglued Craftatorium with Morgan, you’ll build a stained glass Alocasia leaf from pre-cut pieces, learn copper foil and solder, then take home a sun-catching trophy, gloves optional, no green thumb required.
💕 Hope & Love Gala | Saturday (2/14) at 6:00 PM – Time to dust off the fancy duds for a formal dinner and dance raising funds for UC Hope. We’ll toast something that matters, awkwardly remember our two-step, and prove we can still stay out past dessert, all while doing some good.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Fargo report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 38°F – Low: 23°F – Precip: 0%
Patchy fog before 9am. Mostly sunny. High near 38, with temperatures falling to around 36 in the afternoon. South wind around 7 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 23. South wind around 6 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 41°F – Low: 24°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 41. South wind around 7 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 24. South wind around 6 mph.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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