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- Ground spraying for mosquitos planned for Thursday, July 17
With recent rains and warm weather, mosquito numbers have increased. A truck-mounted spray application is planned for Thursday, July 17 beginning at 8 pm.
07/15/2025 10:00 am
detail - Sarah Opitz Honored with Moorheart Award!
On July 14, 2025, the Moorhead City Council and Mayor Shelly Carlson presented her with the MoorHeart award.
07/14/2025 7:30 pm
detail - Moorhead Police Department Implements Flock Safety Technology
The Moorhead Police Department is committed to transparency and ensuring the proper use of Flock Safety technology to enhance public safety while respecting individual privacy.
07/14/2025 1:00 pm
detail - Traffic Alert: 34 St Closure
This project will begin on Monday, July 14.
07/09/2025 2:30 pm
detail - Moorhead Shooting Investigation: UPDATE (2)
A nationwide arrest warrant has been issued for the juvenile suspect
07/09/2025 11:09 am
detail - Traffic Alert: 20 St Southbound Closure
This closure will be between 14 Ave S & 16 Ave S to repair an area of roadway.
07/07/2025 4:15 pm
detail - Public Hearing Notice - Planning & Zoning
Planning Commission 07/15/2025 at 5:30 PM
07/03/2025 12:00 pm
detail - Building & Housing Update
Construction Permit Activity Reports through June 2025 are now available.
07/01/2025 10:51 am
detail - Moorhead Detective Recognized by U.S. Attorney’s Office for Outstanding Work in Major Drug Case That Stemmed from A Kidnapping Case
Detective Torgerson’s work was one of only 18 cases recognized at a recent U.S. Attorney’s Office award ceremony in Minneapolis.
06/23/2025 6:00 pm
detail - Moorhead Shooting Investigation: UPDATE
Moorhead Police are attempting to locate a 2010 Chrysler 300 with Minnesota plates EJJ379
06/23/2025 3:25 pm
detail - Moorhead Police Department – Shooting Investigation
The Moorhead Police Department is investigating an overnight shooting incident.
06/23/2025 5:38 am
detail - Property assessment reviews to occur in selected neighborhoods
Homeowners may contact the Assessor's Office to request an interior inspection, if desired.
06/20/2025 4:30 pm
detail - Dr. Yvonne Condell wins 3rd Annual Destiny Holiday Award
The Moorhead Human Rights Commission established this award in 2023 to be given annually in conjunction with the City’s Juneteenth celebration to a Moorhead resident whose contribution to the community exemplifies the compassion, resilience, and commitment to lifting others up, exhibited by Destiny Holiday.
06/19/2025 6:00 pm
detail - Moorhead Shooting Investigation
Moorhead Police are investigating a drive by shooting.
06/19/2025 1:19 pm
detail - Property assessment reviews to occur in selected neighborhoods
Homeowners may contact the Assessor's Office to request an interior inspection, if desired.
06/18/2025 4:30 pm
detail - Property assessment reviews to occur in selected neighborhoods
Homeowners may contact the Assessor's Office to request an interior inspection, if desired.
06/13/2025 4:30 pm
detail - Property assessment reviews to occur in selected neighborhoods
Homeowners may contact the Assessor's Office to request an interior inspection, if desired.
06/11/2025 4:30 pm
detail - Property assessment reviews to occur in selected neighborhoods
Homeowners may contact the Assessor's Office to request an interior inspection, if desired.
06/06/2025 4:30 pm
detail - CANNABIS & LOW-POTENCY HEMP IN RENTALS
06/05/2025 3:30 pm
detail - Traffic Alert: 3rd St Closure for Lift Station Work
During this time, please utilize alternate routes.
06/05/2025 3:15 pm
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