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Thousands of Runners Get Ready for Saturday’s Fargo Marathon

Runners could pick up race materials at Sanford Health Athletic Complex
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FARGO, N.D. — It was the calm before the storm at the Sanford Health Athletic Complex, as thousands of anxious runners received their materials before the Fargo Marathon. Thousands of runners have participated in the marathon over the years, and Director Mark Knutson is optimistic about the race this year. “The passion’s still there. I think the crowd support is fantastic….
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Kids and Families Take Part in Fargo Youth Run

Parents say it's a great way to keep kids active
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FARGO, N.D. — Kids got to run in their own version of the Fargo marathon at the Youth Run ahead of the big race this weekend. Many families have been coming year after year,  so often that some kids don’t even remember how many times they’ve come. “I haven’t been keeping track,” Owen Springer, 6, said. When asked about his favorite…
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Sanford Children’s Hosts Marathon for Kids With Special Health Needs

Kids got to do a variety of activities in a relaxed environment
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FARGO, N.D. — Sanford Children’s Medical Home put on the first annual marathon event for kids with special health needs. About 60 kids, along with their siblings and parents, gathered in the Fargodome to have a fun time in a low–stress, relaxed environment. “We wanted something fun, something they could choose, bubbles or dancing, make it fun for them, ultimately pick…
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NDSU Grad Has Musical Role in Commencement Ceremony

He received his master of music in trumpet performance
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FARGO, N.D. — It’s that time of year again and congratulations are in order for the new graduates. One graduate did more than just receive his diploma at North Dakota State University’s commencement ceremony. Tony Sanders, who received his Master of Music in Trumpet Performance, also played in the band for the event. “It’s exciting to be done and ready to…
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Pink Tour Coming To Fargo In May 2019

The Beautiful Trauma World Tour will play the Fargodome on May 4, 2019.
Joe Radske,

FARGO, ND — International pop star PINK announced her world tour will land in Fargo next May. The Beautiful Trauma World Tour will play the Fargodome on May 4, 2019. Produced by Live Nation, Pink’s tour kicks off on March 1, 2019. According to a release: To ensure tickets get in to the hands of fans, Fan Registration for the…
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“Chicago the Musical” And “Kinky Boots” Part of Broadway in Fargo Season

Season Tickets Are Already On Sale
TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. — Some of the most successful stage productions of all time are a part of the upcoming “Broadway in Fargo” season. “Chicago the Musical” is just one of six stage productions coming to the Gate City Bank Theatre at Fargodome over the course of a year. The only bad news for fans of “Chicago” is that you’ll have…
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NDSU Football Fans Show Excitement at Annual Spring Game

Even with the season kicking off in September, fans are excited just to see football again
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FARGO, N.D. — Tailgating is a major part of the college football experience, and thousands of NDSU fans are excited football season is on the way. “Well you start getting a day like this, it really brings out the excitement that you know that things are looking up compared to the weather we’ve had, and we’re always looking forward to a…
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Food Services of America Puts on Annual Thrive Food Show at Fargodome

More than 120 vendors were at the expo
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FARGO, N.D. — Food service experts say the first three years are the most difficult for a new restaurant for a variety of reasons. “You’re trying to get your management staff up to what your goal is if you’re the owner, operator. What’s the culture? What are you trying to accomplish over the next five years,” said Richard Byers, with…
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El Zagal Shrine Circus Dazzles People of All Ages

The circus features all the classic favorites
Adam Ladwig,

FARGO, N.D. — If you want some fun for the whole family this weekend, the El Zagal Shrine Circus is happening at the Fargodome. “It’s really amazing. It’s once in a lifetime. So you don’t want to miss it,” said Steve Jones, a 10-year old attending the circus. He, like many other kids, have been seeing the show year after year….
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Dryer Fire Causes Minor Damage At Fargodome

The fire was reported shortly after 11 p.m. Monday.
Joe Radske,

FARGO (KFGO) – A dryer fire in a storage area on the lower level of the Fargodome caused $3,000 in damage. The fire was reported shortly after 11 p.m. Monday. Battalion Chief Jason Ness says a sprinkler head in the area was activated and suppressed the fire until firefighters arrived and were get the fire out. Ness says fire and…