Key Moments
- Fall Weather Takes Over: Temperatures have finally turned, with a chilly morning and a high of 60∘F expected today and tomorrow. Frost advisories are out for 17 counties in North Dakota, although Fargo is expected to stay above freezing. Warmer temperatures in the 70s are expected to return by the end of the week, with a chance of rain over the weekend.
- Vikings Win, Local Teams Triumph:
- Vikings Escape London: The Minnesota Vikings secured a dramatic 21-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns in London, thanks to a game-winning touchdown pass from Carson Wentz to Jordan Addison with 25 seconds left. The Vikings head into their bye week at 3-2.
- Local Football Thrillers: MSUM Dragons walked off Minot State 40-37 in overtime on their homecoming. NDSU pulled away late to defeat No. 6 Illinois State 33-16.
- Pick Six Winner: Linda S. won the Pick Six contest, beating seven other contestants who got all six games right, by accurately predicting the score of the Vikings game within two points.
- Fargo Force Home Opener: The Fargo Force fell to Sioux City 2-1 in a shootout in their home opener.
- Question of the Morning: Essential Life Skills: The question asks what life skill every young person should be taught. Popular answers included:
- Manners and Respect (especially for elders).
- Money Management (budgeting and understanding personal finance).
- Cooking/Meal Prep and Laundry.
- Good Communication (with eye contact).
- Handwriting Thank You Notes and Sympathy Cards.
- Rape and Abuse Crisis Center Sees Increase: Jody Hudson and Sara Stompro from the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center report a continuing increase in individuals needing services. They stress that domestic violence is an abuse of power and control that includes psychological and emotional abuse, not just physical violence.
- Funding Gap: Their service volume is increasing, but funding is not keeping pace, resulting in a $500,000 funding gap for 2025.
- Community Support: The center conducts outreach in schools (from second grade through high school and college) and runs a No Violence Program for individuals who have used violence. Their big Harvest Moon Fling fundraiser this week is sold out, but the silent auction will be open online for public bidding.
- Fire Prevention Week: The Fargo Fire Department is focusing on preventing fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in items like phones and laptops, urging the public to buy certified products and recycle batteries properly.
- Hunting Update: James McCarty's attempt at duck hunting over the warm weekend was largely unsuccessful; hunting conditions remain poor due to high temperatures and a lack of rain, which keeps migratory birds from moving south.
- Dairy Innovation: WDAY Ag Director Bridgette Readel mentions a new product, Oikos Fusion, a nutrient-dense cultured dairy drink tailored for individuals seeking weight loss, featuring 23 grams of complete protein and zero sugar.