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Significant progress reported on 32nd Ave. S project in Fargo

FARGO (KVRR/KFGO) – Phase 1 of the 32nd Avenue South improvement project, which included full reconstruction of the section between west of 15th Street South and east of 17th Street, is officially complete. While it marks a major milestone in the reconstruction of one of Fargo’s key corridors, the outside lanes between west of 15th Street and east of 17th…

40th Avenue South Road Closures

The road in Fargo will see its lanes of traffic reduced in two different areas.

FARGO, N.D. – It’s the season of construction – and the city of Fargo has more closures planned for Monday. First, 40th Avenue South will close between 15th Street South and University Drive South. Crews will be working on replacing concrete at the intersection of University Drive South and 40th Avenue South. So the lanes on University Drive South will…

West Fargo Residents Face Restricted Driveway Access

Near 8th Street West and Westwynd Drive, much of the road has been torn up for a complete overhaul.

WEST FARGO, N.D. – Road construction in a West Fargo neighborhood left some residents without access to their driveways on Friday, June 13. The Westwynd Mill and Overlay Project is in the area near 8th St W and Westwynd Drive. Crews will be resurfacing roads as well as conducting spot replacement of curbs and gutters in the area. According to…

Beyond Shelter Opens New Offices in Fargo

The organization focused on building affordable housing for others finally got around to constructing a nice space for themselves.

FARGO, N.D. – It’s been over two decades since Beyond Shelter, Incorporated started their work to develop affordable housing. 45 projects and 1,360 homes later, the nonprofit decided to focus on a different demographic for their next build – themselves. “We’re so excited,” said development director Christopher Miller. “It’s taken 25 years to get to this point of having our…

Crews working hard to complete construction on 32nd Avenue South in Fargo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The City of Fargo is currently on track with the second phase of its reconstruction of 32nd Avenue South. The public was invited to share their concerns and ask questions about the ongoing project. Currently, the project this year is focused on the streets between 22nd Street South and 15th Street South. Several businesses are on…

University Drive Closure Begins Monday

The shutdown is occurring so crews can perform surface repairs.

FARGO, N.D. – There’s a road closure coming up on Monday that commuters should take into consideration. Beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, June 2, University Drive North will be closed to traffic between 40th Avenue North and 46th Avenue North. Northbound and southbound traffic will be detoured to 10th Street North. The road closure will allow for asphalt surface…

Roers asks city of Fargo for property tax incentives for massive renovation plan

The firm would like some assistance in totally renovating the West 45h Business Center facility.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)  – The West 45th Business Center looks largely unused from the outsider’s eye. One company active in those buildings is Roers, a construction, development, and property management firm. They’ve got a bold vision for the space at the corner of 45th Street S. and 2nd Avenue S. As of now, Fargo doesn’t have provide property tax incentives…

Open House Discussion Regarding 32nd Avenue Reconstruction

Project officials plan to have the forum every other week, on Tuesdays, from 10:30-11:00 A.M.

FARGO, N.D. – The 32nd Avenue reconstruction efforts are moving forward, and project organizers want to make sure the community’s voices are heard. To that end, they’re holding informational, open-house style meetings at the John Carlson branch of the Fargo Public Library. Today, May 6, was the first one. City officials and contractors were on hand to answer any questions…

State Fire Marshal Investigating Cause of Fire at Taracon Precast near Hawley Wednesday

HAWLEY, Minn. (KVRR/KFGO) — Clay County Sheriff Mark Empting says the state fire marshal’s office is investigating a blaze yesterday that damaged Taracon Precast near Hawley. Around a dozen fire departments from Clay, Becker and Norman Counties responded and had the fire under control within about two hours. Taracon Precast, owned by the Spring Prairie Hutterite Colony, manufactures concrete panels…

Fargo’s 17th Avenue South Project set to start in 2027

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Plans are in the works to rebuild a large portion of 17th Avenue South between University Drive and 25th Street in Fargo. The project would include new water mains, sewers, concrete, lighting, and shared-use paths. “It’s a full roadway reconstruction, so taking up the pavement and redoing the concrete pavement along with some underground utilities,” said…