Design

Fargo Arts and Culture Commission selects water tower artists, schedules community conversations

The water tower being made over is located on 7th Avenue N near University.

FARGO, N.D.–The Fargo Arts and Culture Commission has selected the artists who will create and execute a new water tower design. Rachel Asleson and Anita Hoffarth of Reach Partners, Inc along with Eric Vincent Allen at Black Ink Creative Partners will be responsible for creating a design in line with the theme of “community.” Fargo community members from all walks…

The Fargo Arts and Culture Commission seeks artists for new water tower

The water tower is located near 7th Avenue and University Drive North.

FARGO, N.D.–The Fargo Arts and Culture Commission is looking for artists interested in creating a design for a new Fargo water tower. The water tower is located near 7th Avenue and University Drive North. The artist or team of artists are asked to create a design in line with the theme of “community.” The ACC says, “The ideal design will…

Thomsen Homes Moves into Larger Design Studio in Fargo

The new studio is located in Eagle Ridge Plaza

FARGO, N.D. — A custom home building company based in Fargo moves into its new designer showroom. Thomsen Homes moves right down 32nd Street to a bigger design studio at the Eagle Ridge Plaza. People could explore furnishings, flooring, and possible interior designs for their new home all in one place. Chris Thomsen founded the company in 2007, and says having…

City of Fargo Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New City Hall

The building features a modern flare while keeping accessibility to the public a top priority

FARGO– After 25 months of construction, the new Fargo City Hall is open to the public. “This building is truly a representation of our community,” City of Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney said. “Extremely impressive, but not excessive.” The building features a modern flare while keeping accessibility to the public a top priority. “We’re extremely excited about the fact that the…

JL Beers Coaster Contest Almost Over: Last Few Days to Submit Designs

The contest gives people a chance to show their artist talents and submit it for a chance to win a sleeve of their own coasters

MOORHEAD, Minn. — For the second year, JL Beers is having their coaster contest and you only have until May 31st to submit your designs. The contest gives people a chance to show their artistic talents and submit it for a chance to win a sleeve of their own coasters. They also use them at the bar. This year is…

FDA Approves New Epi-Injector for Infants and Small Children

The injector has shorter needles and a lower dose of epinephrine

  NATIONAL — The FDA has approved a new system to treat life-threatening allergies in infants and small children. It’s called the Auvi-Q Epinephrine injector and is specifically designed for treating infants and small children who weigh between 16 and a half and 33 pounds. The injector has shorter needles and a lower dose of epinephrine. Kaleo, the company who…

Altru Health System to Build “21st Century Hospital”

The specifics of the new hospital are still being determined

  GRAND FORKS, ND — Altru Health System is making a major investment in new facilities and new technologies in Grand Forks. They have announced plans to invest over $250 million for what they call a “brand new 21st century hospital”, expand clinic services and cutting-edge surgical and emergency services. The president of Altru, Dr. Eric Lunn, said the structural…

Honoring Hometown Heroes in East Grand Forks

All law enforcement, fire, EMS, doctors, nurses and military personal are being thanked for the lives they've touched

EAST GRAND FORKS, Minn. — Kids playing and families bonding is what Valley Corn Maize is all about. “Seeing family and friends doing things together and creating memories and just having a really good time,” said Debbie Krueger, one of the owners. They’re celebrating more than just community. They’re honoring hometown heroes. “We just feel like it’s one weekend we…

Woodrow Wilson School Transformed Into New Apartments

One that's kept the original school structure with some added modern twists, and a new side that reflects the same decorative style

FARGO, ND — What started off as a building to house twelve elementary classrooms has now been transformed into 97 apartments. “Woodrow Wilson School is the second oldest school in Fargo,” said Deb Wendel-Daub, the Kilbourne Group’s Senior Program manager. “We’re celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Woodrow School.” The grand opening of the complex gave community members an opportunity…

Volunteers Help Young Thespians Build Theater Set

Family and friends of Trollwood Performing Arts students spent the day helping with the construction and design for the play

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Volunteers in Moorhead helped young performers build sets for their opening of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Family and friends of Trollwood Performing Arts students spent the day helping with the construction and design for the play. From scenery and paint to costumes and lighting, volunteers got a hand in nearly every part of the set. To…