News Releases

The floodwalls at Horn Park will be undergoing inspections and will cause parts of Brook at 5 St, Dale at 4 St and Rivershore Dr at Brookdale Rd to be closed Friday, October 9. This is required to maintain the City’s certification with FEMA and to demonstrate proficiency with installation and removal. The road is planned to be closed from 8 am – 12 pm.

Drivers are encouraged to find alternate routes and expect delays and congestion in the construction area.

For more information contact Public Works at 218.299.5422.

For a list of all road closures, view our road closures webmap: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/9847e4a4a5ad4b57ab9ef3d9170fd9c2

The City of Moorhead and MnDOT invite you to a milestone celebration marking the completion of the 11 St Underpass, Moorhead’s largest transportation project in City history. This project represents years of collaboration and investment to improve safety, connectivity, and travel through our community. Join us as we commemorate this achievement with a ribbon cutting and a festive community block party.

Event Details
Wednesday, October 7 | 4 – 8 pm

4 pm – Ribbon Cutting & Program
Location: 11 St & Center Ave intersection

5 – 8 pm – Community Block Party
Location: Center Ave near the 9 St intersection (expanding from 8 – 10 St)

Bands, food trucks, and local businesses are ready to host a night of fun and celebration to mark the near completion of construction. Block Party will have food and beverages available for purchase. Pat Lenertz Band and Swing Barrel Brewery Band will perform! Booths from local Downtown Moorhead businesses.

Parking at Essentia Clinic, Ramp, Street Parking (with the exception of Center from 8 - 10 St)

Everyone is welcome - we hope to see you there!

The City of Moorhead is proud to announce the renaming of Johnson Farms Park to Friendship Park, a change inspired by the growing cross‑cultural partnership between Moorhead and the City of Zakho in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. This new name reflects the values of connection, collaboration, and community that have blossomed through the Friendship City relationship.

A ribbon‑cutting ceremony will be held Friday, October 16, from 1–2 pm, at the newly named Friendship Park. The community is invited to celebrate this meaningful milestone.

The renaming of the park follows continued momentum in the partnership between Moorhead and Zakho, including the Global Intelligence Friendship Update event cohosted by the City of Moorhead and Minnesota State University Moorhead. That program highlighted Kurdish culture, global learning, and shared reflections from the Moorhead delegation’s visit to the Kurdistan Region, underscoring the importance of cultural exchange and community connection.

“Friendship Park embodies the spirit of our growing relationship with Zakho and the rich cultural diversity that strengthens Moorhead,” said Moorhead Mayor Shelly Carlson. “This name represents who we are and what we value. Welcoming neighbors, building bridges, and celebrating the friendships that make our community vibrant.”

The park dedication event will include brief remarks, the unveiling of the new park signage, and an opportunity to learn more about ongoing international partnership efforts.

Event Details
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Time: 1–2 pm
Location: Friendship Park (formerly Johnson Farms Park - 1599 Johnson Dr, Moorhead)

Moorhead is home to an estimated 3,500 Kurdish residents, representing approximately 8 percent of the population. The Friendship City initiative aims to honor and strengthen these connections while creating educational, cultural, and community opportunities for all residents.

The City of Moorhead is studying the 11 St and 14 St corridors between Main Ave and 12 Ave S and will host a public open house on Tuesday, October 13 from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm at the Christianson Alumni Center (707 11 St S. Moorhead, MN 56563).

The open house will be an opportunity to share your feedback on a potential two-way street conversion and other near-term and long-term improvements for walking, biking and driving.

Bonus Feedback Opportunity | Learn more and share your input on the conceptual plans for native plantings and amenities included in the nearby Stormwater Pond Project.

No formal presentation. Stop by any time.

The City of Moorhead and MnDOT invite you to a milestone celebration marking the completion of the 11 St Underpass, Moorhead’s largest transportation project in City history. This project represents years of collaboration and investment to improve safety, connectivity, and travel through our community. Join us as we commemorate this achievement with a ribbon cutting and a festive community block party.

Event Details
Wednesday, October 7 | 4 – 8 pm

4 pm – Ribbon Cutting & Program
Location: 11 St & Center Ave intersection

5 – 8 pm – Community Block Party
Location: Center Ave near the 9 St intersection (expanding from 8 – 10 St)

Bands, food trucks, and local businesses are ready to host a night of fun and celebration to mark the near completion of construction. The official opening date for the underpass will be announced separately.

Everyone is welcome - we hope to see you there!

The City of Moorhead and the Lake Agassiz Regional Library are excited to announce a collaborative effort to offer extended access to the Essentia Walking Loop and the Moorhead Public Library. This partnership is designed to support community wellness and increase access to indoor walking opportunities.

Beginning Thursday, October 1, participants will be able to use the Essentia Walking Loop as well as use the library's self-checkout computers to borrow books, movies and other items from the library's collection and to pick up items they have placed on hold during these extended hours.

Self-Service Access Hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 7 am – 9 am
• Friday & Saturday: 7 am –10 am
• Sunday: 7 am –1 pm

Self-Service Access will be available to library cardholders 18 years-of-age and older. Those interested in participating may visit the library with their photo ID to apply for a key fob during regular hours. The Loop will not be staffed during the Self-Service Access hours and is monitored by security cameras at all times. 

This joint initiative highlights the City’s continued commitment to offering welcoming and accessible spaces.

The Essentia Walking Loop is free to the community and is located in The Loop, home of the Moorhead Public Library at 450 Center Ave, Moorhead.

On Monday, September 21, construction will begin on 12 St S from Main Ave to 2 Ave S for roadway reconstruction work starting at 7 am. This work is expected to last 2-3 weeks, weather permitting.

Drivers are encouraged to find alternate routes and expect delays and congestion in the construction area.

For a list of all road closures, view our road closures webmap: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/9847e4a4a5ad4b57ab9ef3d9170fd9c2

Congratulations to Tyler Schroeder! On Monday, September 14, the Moorhead City Council and Mayor Shelly Carlson presented him with the MoorHeart award.

Tyler works with homeless youth at Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership. He is being honored for his advocacy for his clients, and especially for his efforts to ensure all his eligible clients are registered to vote and participate in our democratic process.

Through his position, he gives his clients the resources they need to ensure their voices are heard in our elections. Tyler has been able to build relationships and become a trusted voice of support. He is consistently taking steps to ensure his clients are equipped to manage the challenges they face.

Jessica, coworker of Tyler, wrote in the nomination: “Tyler consistently goes above and beyond in his work, advocating for vulnerable youth.” 

The City of Moorhead thanks Tyler Schroeder for his dedication to ensuring that even the most vulnerable residents of our community can be a part of the democratic process. Thank you, Tyler Schroeder!

The MoorHeart award is commemorated with a piece of art commissioned from local artist, Dennis Krull, especially for this purpose.

As you learn of others in our community doing great things, large and small, please consider submitting a nomination. Information on nominating others for MoorHeart consideration is found at moorheadmn.gov.

The City of Moorhead Forestry Departments bi-weekly brush chipping service is winding down for the season. Just as a reminder, the bi-weekly brush chipping service that picks up branches on your recycling day concludes on Friday, September 25. 

However, residents still have the option to call in and request a pickup or haul branches and brush to the City of Moorhead Compost site. To request a branch pickup residents can call the Public Works Facility at 218.299.5422.

The compost site is open Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:15 pm and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 11:45 am until November 20. Please visit our website for more information on our brush chipping and pickup service. As a reminder, until the compost site closes, there are free woodchips for the public to take from the brush pickup service. The chips are great for flower beds and other landscaping needs.

An event hosting a 5k on Friday, September 11 will have several road closures from 5:30 - 7pm.

• 6 Ave S from 14 St S to 20 St S
• 19 St S from 8 Ave S to 9 Ave S
• 8 Ave S from 19 St S to 20 St S
• 17 St S from 6 Ave S to 9 Ave S

Please use caution and find alternate routes.