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The City of Moorhead is excited to announce that the Moorhead Municipal Pool, including a brand-new splash pad, opens for the season today, Thursday, June 4, at 12:30 pm!

As part of the Reimagine Romkey improvements, visitors will enjoy new amenities throughout the pool designed to create a more welcoming, accessible, and enjoyable experience for all ages. From expanded recreation features to added comfort and convenience, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

In partnership with Essentia Health, free towels will be available for swimmers while supplies last.

Our updated aquatics facility includes a lap pool with slides, a climbing wall, and a diving board, a zero-depth wading pool, a party rental room, and a new splash pad located outside the pool fence, free for public use.

A few reminders for a safe and fun visit:

• Children 10 and under must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
• Riders must be 48" tall to use the slides.
• A swim test is required for the diving board and climbing wall.
• No flotation devices are allowed.
• Complimentary lockers are available. Please bring a lock or purchase one at the front desk.
• Concessions are available on site. No outside food or beverages are permitted.

Pool hours are 12:30 – 4:30 pm and 6:30 – 8:30 pm.

We hope to see you at the pool!

The Red River Valley SWAT Team will conduct a training exercise in Moorhead on Thursday, June 4, from 12–4 pm in the 800 block of 17 St N.

During this scheduled training, community members may see SWAT personnel carrying training firearms and moving around the exterior of a building. No live rounds will be used at any time. Residents in the area should expect to hear loud noises, yelling, and see SWAT vehicles with emergency lights activated. These activities are part of the controlled training environment, and there is no safety concern for the public.

If residents have questions or concerns during the exercise, they may contact the Red River Regional Dispatch Center at 701.451.7660 and ask to speak with a training facilitator at the site.

This training session is closed to the public and members of the media.

The City of Moorhead Assessing Division will be reviewing residential properties in your neighborhood in the coming weeks.

Neighborhoods included: Chelstroms Subdivision, Crysanna Subdivision, McCann’s 2nd Subdivision, Oakport Estates, Olde Trail Estates, River’s Edge Subdivision, River’s Edge 2nd Subdivision, and Outlots.

You may see a clearly identified City assessor taking photos of the outside of your home and checking exterior measurements. Please let others in your household know.

These reviews help us make sure your property value is current and accurate, as required by the State of Minnesota. An interior inspection helps us confirm the most accurate information.

Property information can be viewed at www.moorheadproperty.org.

If you would rather call to schedule an appointment or confirm interior information, please contact the Assessor’s Office at 218.299.5310. 

May Building & Housing Update

The Moorhead Police Department will host a press conference on Thursday, May 28, at 10:30 am at the Moorhead Law Enforcement Center to provide an update on the investigation involving the parents of the Horizon Middle School student who brought THC to school last week.

During the investigation, MPD detectives recovered significant amounts of suspected THC products that exceeded Minnesota’s legal possession limits, psychedelic mushrooms, and more than $70,000 in cash. This evidence relates to the arrest of Moorhead residents Martin Hulst (40) and Amanda Hulst (43), the parents of the juvenile involved. Both individuals were charged with Felony 1st Degree Controlled Substance and remain innocent unless proven guilty. Multiple juveniles in the residence were also referred to Clay County Social Services.

There are no new developments in the case at this time. However, the MPD will be sharing photos of the items recovered during the search warrant. These images are intended to help the community understand why the situation raised serious concerns and to support parents in recognizing what these items may look like.

This investigation remains active, and remarks during the press conference will be limited to what can be responsibly shared.

The Moorhead Police Department thanks the Clay County Sheriff’s Office for their ongoing assistance and the Moorhead community for its engagement and support.

What began as a routine day of inspections quickly turned into a moment of decisive action for Building Inspectors Blake Krueger and DJ Stephan.

On Monday, May 11 As they were driving south on 20 St, a thick cloud of black smoke rising above a nearby neighborhood caught Blake’s eye. Without hesitation, DJ accelerated toward the source. The closer they got, the more obvious it became. Flames were pouring from the back of a home, and no first responders had arrived yet.

They were the first on scene.

Blake immediately called 911 while DJ pulled up in front of the burning twin home. Both were moving, no discussion needed. Blake ran south to alert the neighboring homeowner, whose own property had already begun to burn. She was unaware of the danger, and despite initial reluctance, Blake was able to convince her to leave her home.

At the same time, DJ raced to the front door of the burning home. When the locked door wouldn’t open, he rang the doorbell and pounded repeatedly, checking to see if anyone was inside. Moments later, the homeowner’s son burst out the door with his dog and a few belongings, shaken and panicked. DJ and Blake quickly helped calm him, confirming he was the only person inside.

Another neighbor, noticing the smoke, ran over to help. Blake stayed with the resident while DJ sprinted to the north unit of the twin home, where he found another confused homeowner just opening her door. He guided her safely to the boulevard.

Within minutes, police arrived, followed by fire crews who took control of the scene. But in those critical early moments, the coordinated, instinctive response from Blake and DJ had ensured that everyone, including pets, were safely evacuated.

Reflecting on the experience, both inspectors say the speed and intensity of the fire stands out the most. They shared how quickly a home can become overwhelmed by heat and smoke, emphasizing the importance of getting out immediately and hope residents take away just how important it is to have an emergency plan, working smoke alarms, and an understanding of how to operate all windows and doors.

Looking back, both men express a similar sentiment: gratitude. Gratitude that they saw the smoke when they did. Gratitude that they were close enough to act. Gratitude that everyone made it out safely.

“I’m glad we were able to help alert everyone,” DJ said. “Even if we provided comfort for just a few seconds in a chaotic moment, that matters.”

Blake echoed the feeling: “We were just thankful to be in the right place at the right time and being able to make that call, and able to help.”

Their quick thinking and steady teamwork made all the difference that day. Kristie Leshovsky, Community Development Director said, “They create safe spaces every day for people, but that day, their actions may have saved lives in real time.” A powerful reminder of the everyday heroes who often don’t see themselves that way at all.

The City of Moorhead Assessing Division will be reviewing residential properties in your neighborhood in the coming weeks.

Neighborhoods included: Village Green Addition.

You may see a clearly identified City assessor taking photos of the outside of your home and checking exterior measurements. Please let others in your household know.

These reviews help us make sure your property value is current and accurate, as required by the State of Minnesota. An interior inspection helps us confirm the most accurate information.

Property information can be viewed at www.moorheadproperty.org.

If you would rather call to schedule an appointment or confirm interior information, please contact the Assessor’s Office at 218.299.5310. 

The City of Moorhead invites the community to celebrate the completion of the first phase of upgrades at Matson Field with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 10.

The program will begin at 4:30 pm, just before the first pitch of the evening’s game at 5 pm. Community members, baseball fans, and supporters of youth and amateur athletics are encouraged to attend, take part in the celebration, and enjoy an early look at the improvements.

The first phase of upgrades at Matson Field replaced the existing metal bleachers with a grandstand to enhance comfort for fans and visitors as well as a new press box. These improvements reflect a continued commitment to maintaining high-quality recreational amenities for the Moorhead community.

“We’re excited to showcase the great progress being made at Matson Field,” said Mayor Shelly Carlson. “This facility means a lot to our community, and these upgrades are an important investment in the future of kids staying active.”

The brief program will include remarks followed by the ribbon cutting and the start of the evening game.

Matson Field is located at 1010 13 St N, Moorhead, MN.