Author: Gabriel Ostler

Renters' Rights
Business, Local News, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

Renters’ Rights Bill Fails in North Dakota Legislature

State representatives seemed to feel that the measure made things too difficult for landlords and property owners.
Gabriel Ostler,

BISMARCK, N.D. – The bill that required landlords and tenants to be present for move-in and move-out inspections in North Dakota had failed to pass. The committee had previously recommended the bill not pass pass prior to the vote as concerns were raised for the rights of landlords and property owners. Representative Jared Hendrix and members from the social media…

Emts
Education, Local News, Minnesota News, Moorhead

Moorhead High Schoolers Flourish in Emergency Medical Training Program

The course offers the chance for students to simultaneously earn high school and college credit.
Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, MN – Students at the Moorhead High School Career Academy have gotten to experience a bit of what it’s like to be an emergency medical responder – thanks to a collaboration with M State and Sanford Ambulance. This course isn’t just play-acting, though. Graduates earn both high school and college credit – due to that M State partnership. Plus,…

Snow Much Fun
Community, Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

“Snow Much Fun” Event Unveils Snow Sculpture Garden

The medieval-themed display will be in West Fargo's POW-MIA Plaza for the forseeable future.
Gabriel Ostler,

A snow dragon on display in downtown West Fargo.WEST FARGO, N.D. – Yes, it’s a little bit chilly outside. But that has the added benefit of keeping some unique works of art in downtown West Fargo intact for many days to come. Today, the City of West Fargo unveiled several massive snow sculptures at the POW-MIA Plaza. The “Snow Much…

ICE Protest
Community, Local News, North Dakota News, Politics / Elections

Protest Against ICE and Deportations Moves Through Downtown

The protest was organized on Facebook by Latino Networking FM.
Gabriel Ostler,

A protester stands outside Fargo City Hall holding her message.FARGO, N.D. – On Saturday, protesters gathered in front of Fargo City Hall, braving the elements to fight for the rights of those affected by Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration. “We’re standing here not just for ourselves, but for our families, our ancestors, and the generations to come,” said protest organizer…

State Fair
Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

Two More Performers Announced for North Dakota State Fair

They join Bailey Zimmerman and Jelly Roll at the festivities in Minot.
Gabriel Ostler,

MINOT, N.D. – The North Dakota State Fair keeps rolling out the performance announcements. Jelly Roll and Bailey Zimmerman were confirmed already, and now the number of artists on the bill has doubled. Ian Munsick will perform on July 19 and Sawyer Brown hits the stage on July 23. Munsick is a 31-year-old from Wyoming who has toured with industry…

Fire
Community, Local News, Minnesota News

House Burns Down in Otter Tail County

Investigators believe it was an electrical fire.
Gabriel Ostler,

near AMOR TOWNSHIP, MN – Several people are looking for a new place to lay their heads after a fire in Otter Tail County on Thursday completely destroyed their home. The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office received a call just before 4:30 p.m. on January 30 from a resident in rural Amor Township, which is west of Otter Tail Lake….

Nutrition Nation
Business, Health, Local News, North Dakota News

Nutrition Nation Opens in West Fargo

The store, formerly known as Bubbly Nutrition, is now in the hands of a dedicated husband-and-wife team.
Gabriel Ostler,

Some of the offerings at the rebranded Nutrition Nation in West Fargo.WEST FARGO, N.D. – New owners, a new name, and new enthusiasm for a nutrition store in West Fargo. Bubbly Nutrition on 13th Ave South was being run by the owners of Nutrition World. Now that they feel they’ve got the business in a good place, they’ve turned it…

Hotdish
Community, Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

Brewhalla Hosts Annual Hotdish Festival

Now in its seventh year, the festival is more popular than ever.
Gabriel Ostler,

Mezzaluna’s offering at the Fargo Hotdish Festival – inspired by pierogies.FARGO, N.D. – People flocked to Brewhalla in record-breaking numbers to celebrate perhaps the biggest staple in Midwest cuisine. The 7th annual Hotdish Festival took place today, and tickets were sold out well before it began. It was a complete experience, with over 10 local restaurants all competing for the…

North Dakota Skydiving
Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News

Skydiving Museum Opens in West Fargo

The museum's founder says the goal of the museum is to showcase skydiving memorabilia and get more people interested in the sport.
Gabriel Ostler,

One of the new t-shirts for the museum.WEST FARGO, N.D. – Interested in learning about the tradition of skydiving in the F-M area? Well, now, there’s just the spot for you. The North Dakota Skydiving Museum just opened in West Fargo on Main Avenue. It was created by Megan Solberg, daughter of Donald J. Solberg, who was perhaps the most…

Powerlifting
Health, Local News, North Dakota News

First-Ever Winter Classic Expo Combines Fitness Events

The wide slate of activities at the expo included squats, deadlifts, and amateur boxing.
Gabriel Ostler,

A competitor mid-squat during one of the powerlifting segments.FARGO, N.D. – Fitness enthusiasts of many different stripes filled the Hilton Garden Inn on Saturday for a first-of-its-kind event. The Winter Classic Expo combined powerlifting, strongman competitions, and amateur boxing. The event was co-sponsored by Dakota Barbell, who oversaw the lifting aspects of the program, while the non-profit Define the Fight…

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