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(KNOX) – Fargo’s new Fire Chief has been sworn in by the city.
Gary Lorenz had been the fire chief in Grand Forks since 2018. He was previously part of the Fargo Fire Department for 28 years, rising to the rank of Assistant Chief.
The City of Fargo began searching for a new fire chief after former Fire Chief Steven Dirksen announced his retirement in May.
Lorenz was sworn in this week as the new Fargo Fire Chief.


HUD Announces Grants for Native American Housing
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Point Bridge Set for Reconstruction
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North Dakota Oil Selling for a Premium
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Apr 22, 2026

East Grand Forks Needs New Parks Director
(KNOX) - East Grand Forks will begin the search for a new Parks & Recreational Director this week. The opening was created by the resignation of Jeremy King. The city council last night (Tuesday) approved advertising the position for the next fou...
Apr 22, 2026





