Golden Drive’s Sue Baron: Live Interview
Emily Welker spoke with the Golden Drive’s Sue Baron on her organization’s drive to help local homeless kids have a happier holiday season. Categories: Community
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Bison Tailgaters Brave the Cold Before the Last Home Game of the Season
It’s a bittersweet day for Bison fans, being that it’s the last home tailgate of the season. The weather may be cold outside but it’s no match for these fired up Bison fans. “Oh my gosh I’m so excited it’s not even funny, go Bison!,” said Bison Fan, Jill Anderson. Bison fans once again prove they will go the distance…
NDSU Commencement Brings Many First Generation Graduates
NDSU’s winter commencement was held this evening at the newly renovated SHAC facility. This is the day that makes those years of hard work all worth it. Walking across that stage and getting that diploma in hand opens possibilities for success. This day is extra special for those who are the first in their families to complete college. “It’s kind…
Over $70,000 Raised for the Salvation Army in Competition
The results of the annual competition between law enforcement, realtors, and firefighters to raise money for the Salvation Army are in. For the second year in a row, REALTORS took the prize raising $39,747, just shy of their $40,000 goal. Between all three groups, over $70,000 were raised over the three days of bell ringing. This competition has been running…
Pet Connection: Meet Susan
Meet Susan, a year-and-a-half-old female pit bull who almost didn’t make it out of a regional pound. The gray pit bull’s velvety coat and melting eyes notwithstanding, Susan was almost put to sleep because controversy over her breed made her less likely to find a home for adoption than other dogs. That didn’t stop volunteers with 4 Luv of Dog….
Unique Bison Wear at NDSU Bookstore
With the big Bison game tomorrow, the NDSU bookstore has seen a peak in shoppers getting their last minute gear. The store offers a variety of unique clothing and accessories, such as necklaces and sweaters. With the cold weather expected tomorrow, Mary Sivertson, who is the store’s buyer says that the winter gear is very popular. “A lot of people…
“Day Of Compassion” at Lincoln Elementary School
A group of local high school students paired up with fourth graders to teach them about compassion. Twenty Fargo South High School leaders spent their day at Lincoln Elementary School playing team–building games as well as trust activities. Some of the activities included guessing games using Play–Doh and building a puzzle together. The Day of Compassion is aimed to build…
Leaders Meet to Discuss Opioid Addiction in the Red River Valley
Twenty people have died of drug overdose in the Fargo area this year alone. One of the main focuses of this meeting was the fact that North Dakota has just received two million dollars through the 21st Century Cures Act. “What we’re trying to do at the federal level with the 21st Century Cures Act is to bring the resources…
JL Beers Hosts Ugly Sweater Competition
Looking to put that ugly Christmas sweater to good use? JL Beers on Highway 10 in Moorhead held their annual Ugly Christmas Sweater competition. Visitors showed up wearing their ugliest sweater and got their picture taken by the staff for a chance to win a $25 gift card. Anyone can vote for their favorite sweater by going to the Moorhead…
Moorhead Prepares To Pick New City Manager
It’s down to two candidates in the running to be Moorhead’s city manager. Fifty-one people applied for the position. At the end of November, that number was narrowed down to four people by the city council. Two out of the four withdrew. People in the community got a chance to meet the two finalists who are Larry Kruse, a former…
