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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:

  • Why a Fargo man’s murder charge was dropped after new evidence
  • Are you making this common mistake warming up your car in Fargo?
  • How Fargo students are pushing teachers to rethink classroom AI rules

Also on today's calendar: Tenth Annual Wreaths Across America Day in Detroit Lakes - December 20.

Find out what's happening in Fargofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Fargofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Sunday: Not as cold, becoming breezy, with a high of 13 and low of 6 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Monday: Clouds and sun; not as cold, temps: high: 22, low: 13.
  • Tuesday: Some sun; becoming windier, with a high of 42 and low of 21 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Mother of Fargo man cleared of murder charges says she always believed her son was innocent (jackfmfargo.com) — Fargo residents are learning more about why murder charges were dropped against a local man initially accused in a downtown shooting, after his mother described evidence she says supports his innocence. Police say the case remains complex, another suspect faces charges in a related killing, and investigators are still seeking witnesses while the family weighs whether it’s safe to return to Fargo.
   

2. Winter Driving Safety Tips From Local Experts (valleynewslive.com) — With winter settling over Fargo, local police and driving instructors are sharing specific tips to keep your commute safer, from clearing snow off your car to adjusting following distance. They also warn about rising vehicle thefts tied to idling, unlocked cars and urge residents to use remote start or stay inside while warming up.
   

3. Evolving education (newrockfordtranscript.com) — Fargo Public Schools’ superintendent says students want clear guidance on when AI is appropriate in class, as teachers struggle to keep up with fast-changing tools. His comments come amid a statewide push to balance AI’s benefits with concerns about cheating, ethics, and limited training time for educators from Mandan to Bismarck and Dickinson.
   

4. Fargo VA helps 177 veterans find permanent housing in national record year (valleynewslive.com) — Fargo’s VA Health Care System has helped 177 homeless veterans secure permanent housing this fiscal year, contributing to a record-setting national effort. Local veterans can tap into these resources through the Fargo VA, which is doubling down on its “Getting Veterans Off the Street” initiative and offering direct contacts and online tools for those seeking help.
   

5. Prep hockey roundup: Joey Cullen scores twice as Spuds allow just eight shots in win (inforum.com) — Fargo hockey fans saw Fargo Shanley blank Bismarck 5-0 at Farmers Union Rink, backed by a 27-save shutout from goalie Gabriel Smith. The win highlighted a dominant night for the Deacons, while Moorhead’s boys also cruised past Grand Rapids in Minnesota play.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Is there a mobile vet in Fargo that serves dogs and cats?
    I'm homebound without a car, and my dog needs a Rabies shot. Can anyone recommend one and provide a phone number? Thank you so much and Merry… (Nextdoor Village West)
  • Hey all you snowmen!
    Anyone still taking customers? My snowman dropped off the radar and I’m kinda buried. Let me know your rates! Thank you! (Nextdoor Amber Valley)
  • Shoe Carnival, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager - Full-time in Fargo. Apply here.
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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: I didn’t lose a tooth, Mom. It’s right here in my pocket.
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