FARGO, N.D. — Gov. Doug Burgum made a big announcement at TEDxFargo. It’s designed to help get people ready for today’s workforce. Burgum says $200,000 of federal funding will go towards starting Emerging Digital Academy. It will teach high school graduates how to code and other technology skills. The governor says this is a great way to fill technology jobs…
WEST FARGO, N.D. — Gate City Bank donates 57 state–of–the–art, jet–style helmets to the West Fargo Fire Department. The helmets are the first of their kind to be used by firefighters in North Dakota. Each one costs about $230. West Fargo Fire Chief Dan Fuller says the helmets are not only lighter than their old ones but they will also…
The countdown to one of Fargo’s most eagerly-anticipated events is on, and rain or shine, the show will go on. Organizers are working right now to make ready the airfield for the 2019 Airsho, featuring incredible acts, amazing flying machines, and some of the best pilots in the country, including the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. KVRR Morning Show anchor Emily…
FARGO, N.D. — When you hear of the Downtown Fargo Street Fair, you probably think of crafts, art and, of course, food. This year’s street fair is bringing fresh vendors, activities and music to the streets of downtown. A scavenger hunt, stage for local and outside artists to perform on and petting zoo are just part of the fun….
FARGO, N.D. — In the age of social media, promoting your business or brand has never been more accessible. Figuring out exactly the way to do it can seem overwhelming. A Lunch & Learn event hosted by Prairie Den featured Google’s Digital Media Manager Matt Bergh. He was there to teach participants how to improve their digital marketing skills using…
FARGO, N.D. — As esports become more popular, there’s a bigger demand for gaming facilities where players can come together and compete. A brand new esports center in Fargo is set up for players to do just that. EGames Central comes with a stage, wall–mounted screens and virtual reality station. The center’s founder says he wanted to bring a little…
FARGO, N.D. — People are scarfing down as much turkey as they can as part of the 12th Annual Hornbacher’s Gobble It Up for United Way Lunch. For five bucks, you could get the grocery store’s hot and delicious turkey sandwich, chips, a frozen treat and a beverage at any of the store’s 8 locations. The president of Hornbacher’s says…
MANDAN, N.D. — A legal settlement is being discussed between the city of Mandan and the owners of a bar who filed a federal lawsuit after being told to remove an outdoor mural. The city says the Lonesome Dove doesn’t have a permit for the mural. The bar’s attorneys say they are protected by the First Amendment. A federal judge…
FARGO, N.D. — A local fabric shop is holding a youth sewing foodie-themed summer camp. The camp at Rae–Bon Sew & Quilt Shop is four days long, with a different summer snack theme every day. The class fee is $200 and it includes all supplies, pattern, and use of a store machine. The projects range from a watermelon tote bag,…
FARGO, N.D. — If you have kids, they’re probably playing or about to play a video game. A new Fargo business is helping kids not only play those games, but also create them. Code Ninjas is the only facility of its kind in North Dakota. “We’re kind of the lone wolves in Fargo, the lone wolf in North Dakota as…
