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Red River Zoo celebrates Father’s Day with free admission for dads

Free Father's Day admission has been a tradition at the zoo for years

FARGO, N.D. — “We usually fly a kite if it’s windy enough. We have lots of sleepovers and go camping.” That’s how 9-year-old Caelin Motherway usually spends time with her dad, or best friend, as she calls him. But on Father’s Day, a trip to the Red River Zoo was the way to go. “Dad ordered us tickets last night…

Century and West Acres Cinemas not among Marcus Theatres reopening Friday

FARGO, N.D.–Marcus Theatres is reopening six theatres on Friday, but movie goers in North Dakota and Minnesota will have to wait a little longer. The theatres reopening include Marcus Ridge, Renaissance, BistroPlex and Valley Grand Cinemas in Wisconsin, Majestic Cinema of Omaha in Nebraska and Roswell Movie Tavern in Georgia. The theatres reopening Friday will have enhanced protocols in place…

West Fargo Added to Garth Brooks Drive-In Concert Sites

The concert is set for June 27th at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds

WEST FARGO, N.D. — Garth Brooks adds West Fargo to his list of drive-in theater concerts. The country star will perform a concert next weekend that will air live on big screens across the country, including the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. The concert is Saturday, June 27th. There’s three locations in Minnesota: Luverne, Elko New Market and St. Cloud. Ticketmaster…

What to expect when Marcus Theatres reopen

Reopening dates for West Acres Cinema and Century Cinema have not been announced yet.

FARGO, N.D.–Marcus Theatres has released its reopening guidelines for theatres across the Midwest including West Acres and Century Cinemas in Fargo. Anyone feeling ill is asked to remain home. Refunds may be provided if necessary. Social distancing is required and face masks are encouraged. Theatres will be equipped with plexiglass in certain areas as well as hand sanitizer throughout the…

FM Antiques Remodels For Smart Reopening On Tuesday

The store will open it's doors at 10 a.m. on Tuesday.

MOORHEAD, Minn. — The steel gates won’t be up for much longer as DeeDee Sonstelie and her team are working to have their shop FM Antiques in the Moorhead Mall for it’s Tuesday re-opening. “It’s kind of nerve-racking and exciting at the same time so it’s exciting but we don’t know what to expect, so we are just preparing for…

MSUM Graduate Teaches Class Online In Italy To His Students During Shutdown

He says the switch to online classes has come with challenges but also new opportunities to test with his students

MOORHEAD, Minn. — The music room may no longer be creating harmonies as MSUM Music Education Graduate Antone Leustek and his choir kids at the Sigonella Naval Air Station outside of Catania, Sicily, Italy. It’s where Luestek has been leading this group of both American military and NATO kids from all different countries as the choral director working for the…

Motorcoach Companies Caravaning Across American To Save Industry And Jobs

The buses are expecting to make it to D.C. by Wednesday

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — The wheels of business may be halted for thousands of motorcoach companies around the country as the vehicles are parked. But a band of owners are shifting into gear to get funding in D.C. Minnesota Charter Bus Association working with companies in all 50 states is coming together for “Rolling For Awareness.” “If we don’t get…

Rock Legend Little Richard Dies

NASHVILLE (AP) – Little Richard, the self-proclaimed “architect of rock ‘n’ roll,” has died. He was 87. Pastor Bill Minson, a close friend of Little Richard’s, told The Associated Press that Little Richard died Saturday morning. Minson said he also spoke to Little Richard’s son and brother. Known for his piercing wail, pounding piano and towering pompadour, he irrevocably altered…

West Acres Rolls Out New Rules At Re-Opening, Not All Shops Open

Some of the stores still closed include Victoria's Secret, JC Penney and Macy's. Best Buy is open by appointment and curbside pickup only.

FARGO, N.D. — The doors may be open at West Acres Mall in Fargo but you may notice some changes on your next trip. The food court space is limited to just one section, the furniture is gone and new signage is posted everywhere. “We need people to come in here and work with us on this. We are requesting…