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City of Fargo wants to hear from public on 32nd Avenue South reconstruction

The City of Fargo hosts its first of a series of meetings on the 32nd Avenue South reconstruction project and its impact.

May 2, 2023

Hami Arain,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — 32nd Avenue South’s reconstruction project is broken up into four phases. Most of the project is federally funded, rounding out to around $18 million total. Now, in phase one starting from the east side of 25th to 22nd Street, the city plans to improve road infrastructure and pedestrian access in the area. Construction will eventually move…

Volunteers helping to fill sandbags in West Fargo

April 12, 2023

Brian Barrett,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With the rapidly melting snowpack and rivers beginning to overflow, students and volunteers are taking time out of their day to help Cass County with the flood fight. As of Wednesday afternoon, there has already been approximately 60,000 sandbags filled. But they are in need of more help to attain their goal. “We are looking…

Still No Agreement Between City of Fargo and Business Owner in Zoning Dispute

April 11, 2023

Jim Monk,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A local business owner and the city of Fargo are still hammering out an agreement that would allow the business to remain open. It has been nearly two months since the issue appeared to be resolved. In February, the Fargo City Commission authorized Mayor Tim Mahoney to negotiate an agreement with John Bultman. The city claims…

Spring Flood Prep Meetings Planned This Week in Fargo and Grand Forks

April 9, 2023

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — As it warms up and the snowmelt begins, community leaders all across the region are gearing up for the spring flood fight. A Monday press conference is planned with elected officials from Fargo, West Fargo and Cass County to give an update on local efforts and strategies as the flood outlook progresses. They’ll also give an…

Fargo shop owner fighting back against city’s shutdown demand

February 6, 2023

Austin Erickson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A legal non-profit helps a Fargo business owner try to stay open after the city says it’s violating zoning laws. “John’s just trying to run his business and his customers love him. He has five star reviews. He’s 69-years-old and he’s been doing this for 42 years. The city should just let him run his business,”…

Judge Denies Emergency Motion By Romantix Against The City of Fargo

December 25, 2022

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) — A federal judge has denied an emergency motion by Romantix, Inc. to issue a restraining order against the City of Fargo, which would have allowed the adult entertainment business to open a store on Broadway before the City can change codes that will ban such a move. Judge Peter Welte ruled that Romantix has not demonstrated likelihood…

“Stay Interviews” Find Stress, Burnout & Internal Politics Issues Among Fargo Officers And City Staff

December 22, 2022

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — The City of Fargo has released the results of a new program called “stay interviews” aimed to give employees the opportunity to have discussions with supervisors and help the city retain employees. Human resources interviewed 90 officers and civilian employees over several weeks. It followed the retirements and resignations of several officers not long after Police…

Fargo contractor’s excavating license revoked, legal action planned against city

December 22, 2022

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – A local contractor said he plans to take legal action against the City of Fargo after the City Commission voted unanimously to revoke his company’s excavation license at a special meeting Wednesday morning. City officials said they have worked with Drain Services, Inc. for a number of years to bring the company into compliance and cited issues…

Romantix files emergency motion to allow it to open

December 14, 2022

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – Romantix has filed an emergency motion asking a federal judge to issue a temporary restraining order by December 19 to allow the company to open its business at 74 Broadway N. by December 27. The motion claims that if Romantix is not granted the requested relief and the city finalizes the amendments as expected by December 27,…

Fargo Looks To Change Adult Establishment Regulations In Middle of Romantix Lawsuit

December 13, 2022

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With a legal battle over an adult bookstore’s proposed move in downtown Fargo, the city is looking to amend the municipal code when it comes to adult entertainment centers and establishments. The first reading of an ordinance to change the code definitions and regulations was held during last night’s meeting. The vote was four to one…

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City of Fargo wants to hear from public on 32nd Avenue South reconstruction

The City of Fargo hosts its first of a series of meetings on the 32nd Avenue South reconstruction project and its impact.

Volunteers helping to fill sandbags in West Fargo

Still No Agreement Between City of Fargo and Business Owner in Zoning Dispute

Spring Flood Prep Meetings Planned This Week in Fargo and Grand Forks

Fargo shop owner fighting back against city’s shutdown demand

Judge Denies Emergency Motion By Romantix Against The City of Fargo

“Stay Interviews” Find Stress, Burnout & Internal Politics Issues Among Fargo Officers And City Staff

Fargo contractor’s excavating license revoked, legal action planned against city

Romantix files emergency motion to allow it to open

Fargo Looks To Change Adult Establishment Regulations In Middle of Romantix Lawsuit

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