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Earlier this month, Moorhead youth ages 13–15 spent an unforgettable five days with MPD officers during our Change Start...
06/23/2026

Earlier this month, Moorhead youth ages 13–15 spent an unforgettable five days with MPD officers during our Change Starts With Youth program — a week built around confidence‑building, leadership, and real‑life skills.

From inspiring guest speakers to hands‑on Culinary Academy lessons and daily team‑building activities, participants got to try new things, challenge themselves, and build genuine connections with officers and each other. The energy, teamwork, and growth we saw throughout the week were amazing.

This program truly wouldn’t be possible without the support of our community partners. Huge thank‑you to Moorhead Police Athletics and Activities League, Great Plains Food Bank, Family Fare, Moorhead Area Public Schools – including Johanna Heigaard (culinary expert) and Tom Spears (car maintenance), Amy Riccio, Minnesota State Moorhead , Red River Regional SWAT, the Minnesota National Guard, Kingpinz Social, and MPD’s Dr. Aaron and K9 Unit.

Your commitment helps create meaningful, lasting experiences for Moorhead youth.

Public safety agencies from Moorhead, Fargo, West Fargo and the surrounding counties will begin a coordinated series of ...
06/23/2026

Public safety agencies from Moorhead, Fargo, West Fargo and the surrounding counties will begin a coordinated series of Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response (ASHER) trainings this summer, starting with a full day exercise in Moorhead on Wednesday, June 24. The training will take place from 8 am to 5 pm in the northwest portion of the Moorhead High School (2300 4 Ave S) and is closed to the public.

Residents in the area may notice increased first responder activity and hear noise associated with the training. Police, fire and EMS vehicles will be moving around the area as part of the scheduled exercise. Some scenarios will involve loud sounds and coordinated movement of personnel to create a realistic training environment. These activities are planned, controlled and not related to any active emergency.

The regional exercises strengthen how law enforcement, fire departments and emergency medical services work together during high risk incidents. Participating agencies include Moorhead Police, Moorhead Fire Department, Fargo Police Department, Fargo Fire Department, West Fargo Police Department, West Fargo Fire Department, the Cass County Sheriff's Office - Fargo, ND, the Clay County Sheriff's Office and Sanford Ambulance.

Chief Chris Helmick said the training strengthens regional partnerships while reinforcing a shared commitment to community safety.

“When something serious happens, the public expects us to come together quickly and work as one team,” Chief Helmick said. “Exercises like this give us the opportunity to do exactly that. It allows responders to build familiarity with one another, practice important skills and learn in an environment that reflects the challenges we may face in real situations. We appreciate Moorhead Area Public Schools for opening their facility to support this important regional effort.”

This training series reflects a unified commitment across the region to prepare together and respond together. Working side-by-side helps ensure responders are ready to protect residents effectively and consistently across community lines.

Additional trainings will take place in Fargo and West Fargo later this summer. More information will be shared as those dates approach.

Even though the rain cut our Safe City Nights short last week, we still had a great time connecting with everyone who ca...
06/22/2026

Even though the rain cut our Safe City Nights short last week, we still had a great time connecting with everyone who came out!

We’re hoping for clearer skies and even more fun this Wednesday at Queens Park from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Join us for games, conversation, and another chance to hang out with your local public safety agencies.

Bring your family, bring your neighbors — we’d love to see you there!

Happy Father’s Day! 💙Today we honor all the dads in our community — especially those who serve and protect both at home ...
06/22/2026

Happy Father’s Day! 💙

Today we honor all the dads in our community — especially those who serve and protect both at home and on duty. Thank you for your dedication, strength, and care.

The Moorhead Police Department lobby will be closed this Friday in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Regular hours w...
06/18/2026

The Moorhead Police Department lobby will be closed this Friday in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Regular hours will resume on Monday, June 22.

Whether it’s sunrise, sunset, or somewhere in between — we’re committed to . Few things in life are better than a beaut...
06/18/2026

Whether it’s sunrise, sunset, or somewhere in between — we’re committed to .

Few things in life are better than a beautiful Moorhead summer sky, and moments like this make every shift a little better. 🌅

Think you’re quicker than a cop? Let’s settle it tonight! ⚡🚓Head to Robert Asp from 5:30–7:30 pm tonight for Safe City N...
06/17/2026

Think you’re quicker than a cop? Let’s settle it tonight! ⚡🚓

Head to Robert Asp from 5:30–7:30 pm tonight for Safe City Nights and participate in the Race-A-Cop competition...and an evening absolutely packed with fun for all ages.

Enjoy free pizza, drinks, and Dilly Bars thanks to our generous partners — Gate City Bank , McGough, The Historic Moorhead Dairy Queen, Essentia Health , and Oertlie State Farm — while you check out everything happening:

• Bike rodeo and a bike repair station
• A bounce house
• Public safety vehicles on display
• A landing and tour of Sanford’s AirMed helicopter and the Minnesota State Patrol helicopter
• Live music
• Door prizes — including a chance to win a brand-new bike at each event, thanks to Moorhead Scheels

These events bring together the Moorhead Police Department, Moorhead Fire Department, Moorhead Police Athletics and Activities League, Moorhead Parks & Recreation, and local businesses for a night built on fun, connection, and community.

Come for the race, stay for the fun!

Let’s see what you’ve got! 😄

06/15/2026

We can’t wait to see you all at the first Safe City Nights event of the summer this Wednesday at Robert Asp Elementary!

The Moorhead Police Department and Moorhead Police Athletics and Activities League were excited to host a MLB Pitch, Hi...
06/12/2026

The Moorhead Police Department and Moorhead Police Athletics and Activities League were excited to host a MLB Pitch, Hit & Run (PHR) event this week — a free event for local youth to showcase their baseball and softball skills and take their first step toward the 2026 MLB World Series competition.

Fifty-five young athletes competed in pitching, hitting, and running across four age divisions. The event was supported by volunteers from the Moorhead PD and Dilworth Police Department Minnesota, with sponsorship from the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks Baseball and Play Ball MLB Weekend.

Local winners, who received their trophies at this week’s RedHawks game, were:

⚾ 7–8: Beckham B.
⚾ 9–10: Hunter H.
⚾ 11–12: Reece E.
⚾ 13–14: Andrew K.

Thank you to all participants, volunteers, and partners who helped make this a great night of fun and community support!

The Moorhead Police Department welcomed three new officers during Monday’s City Council meeting.Officer Tanner Anderson,...
06/11/2026

The Moorhead Police Department welcomed three new officers during Monday’s City Council meeting.

Officer Tanner Anderson, Officer Logan Schauer, and Officer RJ Hakanson were officially sworn in by Mayor Shelly Carlson and celebrated alongside their families, friends, and members of the department. We’re excited to have them join the MPD team and appreciate their commitment to serving the Moorhead community.

All three officers have begun the MPD New Officer Academy, where they’re learning department procedures, policies, and foundational skills. After completing academy training, they will move into hands‑on, in‑the‑squad experience through our Field Training Officer (FTO) program.

Please join us in welcoming Officer Anderson, Officer Schauer, and Officer Hakanson to the MPD team!

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911 11 Street N
Moorhead, MN
56560

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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