Business

Trying Out New Foods at “Taste of West Fargo”

The City of West Fargo hosts the 3rd annual Taste of West Fargo at Elmwood Park

WEST FARGO N.D — With the smell of food in the air and smiling faces from seat to shining seat, people are chowing down on some food. They’re also getting the chance to try out some local businesses. The organizers couldn’t be happier with the turnout. “A lot of it is word of mouth, people get really excited about doing stuff…

No More Blue Laws in North Dakota

Businesses will be allowed to open on Sunday mornings

BISMARCK, N.D. — Come Sunday, shoppers in North Dakota will be able to get an earlier start. The law which reverses regulations that close most retailers from midnight to noon on Sundays takes effect. Gov. Burgum signed the “Blue Law” House Bill 1097 in March. He said it provided a “more level playing field” for businesses to compete with online…

Farmers Gather at Red River Valley Fairgrounds for Auction

About 300 Sellers and 750 Bidders Made Their Way to the Auction

WEST FARGO, N.D. —  If you’ve been in the market for new farming equipment, you’re in luck. AgIron is back in town. “We have three a year and July, this is our biggest one,” said Steffers West Fargo Manager Corina Carroll. As one of the largest consignment auctions in North Dakota, the event gathers sellers, bidders and even just spectators….

Bremer Bank Donates 500 Backpacks to United Way’s School Supply Drive

United Way is trying to collect at least 6,000 by August 1st

FARGO, N.D. — Bremer Bank donates 500 backpacks to United Way of Cass–Clay’s School Supply Drive. The bank is giving back as part of its 75th anniversary. The bank has donated 5,500 backpacks overall to United Way locations in North Dakota, Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Fargo–Moorhead employees filled the backpacks in June, personalizing each one with a special note inside…

Metro Pays Homage to Pets at Creatively Uncorked

the studio puts on the class once a month

  WEST FARGO, N.D. — It’s the perfect opportunity to tap into your creative side while also paying homage to one of the most–beloved members of the family. Creatively Uncorked in West Fargo hosts “Paint Your Pet” one Sunday a month. Whether you have been an artist all your life or have never even picked up a paint brush, artists…

LIVE: Coffee with the Camels

And the porcupines. And an eighty-pound tortoise. And a tiny, orphaned prairie dog named Loki.

Did you ever wish you could have breakfast with a buffalo? How about coffee with a camel? Take in a meal with a takin? Starting soon, it could be a real possibility with a new program launching at the metro’s Red River Zoo. And because she can’t resist either animals, or delicious breakfast treats, the Morning Show’s Emily Welker headed…

Learn to Become a Ninja at New Fargo Business

FOUR STAR NINJA ACADEMY TRAINS PEOPLE TO UNLEASH THEIR INNER NINJA

FARGO, N.D. — Four Star Ninja Academy is officially open, but the mission of this gym isn’t like many others in Fargo. “We started designing this to bring a new way to do fitness without them thinking they’re doing a workout,” said co-owner Dustin Hjelmstad. The idea came from the co–owners’ own struggles with working out, as well as their…

Scheels to Host 16th Annual Hunting Expo

THE EVENT WILL FEATURE FAN FAVORITES AS WELL AS NEW VENDORS

FARGO, N.D. — Scheels has been preparing for its 16th annual Hunting Expo for nearly a year, and it’s finally right around the corner. This year’s event includes classics like the dog-jumping competition, as well as some new businesses, including waterfall, archery and barbecue vendors. The expo will have a “mini food court” feel. Barbecue vendors are the main focus,…

Gov. Burgum Announces Emerging Digital Academy at TEDxFargo

It will teach students coding and technology skills

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 Fire Dept. Receives 57 Jet-Style Helmets

The helmets are the first of their kind in the state

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…