Summer

Red River Market Brings a Taste of Summer to Spring

The market gave a preview of what visitors can expect later this year

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Farmer’s market season may still be a few months away, but a local market is trying to get people excited for warmer days. The Moorhead Center Mall is packed with people for the Red River Spring Market. Many vendors are selling products to people, like soap, comics, and locally-grown food. Organizers say the spring market is a great…

Snowbirds Shed Their Winter Blues at Red River Valley Sportsmen’s Show

Several local business owners love the chance to take part each year

FARGO, N.D. — The cold temperatures and stacks upon stacks of snow are leading people to daydream about a nice summer’s day. “Now more than ever people are thinking about those great June, July, August, September dates. Get out there, get on the water, get a new boat, get a better dock, or get a new camper or RV and get…

American Red Cross Offers Safety Tips For Labor Day Weekend

Travel safety, water safety, and grill safety are three major areas to keep in mind

FARGO, N.D. — Before you jump into your Labor Day plans, make sure you always prioritize your well–being. The Red Cross says there several safety tips people should remember. Jim Fitzpatrick calls himself a full-time “RV–er.” As someone who’s always on the road, safety is never far from his mind. “I’m in a big motor home, and I tow a…

Minnesota Law Enforcement Agencies are Doing Extra DWI Patrol

There are more alcohol-related crashes at this time of year

MINNESOTA– You may be planning some last minute summer activities, but make sure you’re also thinking about how you’re getting home. You’ll notice more officers on the road over the next few weeks in Minnesota. More than 300 state, county, and local law enforcement agencies will be helping to patrol the roads. “Even though this is something we’re always looking…

Longtime Vendors Cherish Bonds Made at Fergus Falls Farmers Market

The market has been going on for each of the last seven summers

FERGUS FALLS, Minn. — People in Fergus Falls had the chance to find some healthy snacks and mingle with vendors from the community. For seven years, the Fergus Falls Farmers Market has been a spot where people can socialize and indulge in local goods. Some of the goods for sale were jams, beans, cucumbers, and furnishings like miniature wooden benches. Lynn…

Store Offers Discount Wall to Help Teachers Shop for School Supplies

Art & Learn has a discount section

FARGO, N.D. — It may be summer but teachers still have to get school supplies for the fall. Art & Learn is a store in Fargo at the corner of 13th Avenue South and University Drive, which only sells school supplies and décor. Although they can’t discount everything in the store, owners say they do have a 75 percent off section….

A Taste of Nature: Kids Learn About The Wonders of the Outdoors

Kids received seeds and a bookmark to combine passion for reading, nature

MOORHEAD, Minn. — Kids had the chance to learn about the wonders of nature at Moorhead Public Library. As part of the library’s “Explore” program, kids took part in a reading of “The Lorax” and even got to meet a python named Elsa. The Lake Aggasiz Regional Library network holds several events throughout the summer to keep kids learning even when…

Veterans Memorial Pool in WF Opens Early to Help Kids Beat the Heat

The pool, as well as the Red River Valley Fair, give people an opportunity to cool off

WEST FARGO, N.D. — As the sun swelters down on local swimming pools across the metro, the staff at Veterans Memorial Pool decided to take action and present a solution for kids to beat the heat. “It’s supposed to be really hot this week, and with the Fair going on, some parents might not be able to bring their kids in,…

Luna Fargo Puts on Second Annual Block Party

Vendors included local farmers, Scoop–n–Dough, Off the Deck Hot Sauce and more

  FARGO, N.D. — Ribfest may be over but summer festivities are only beginning. Luna Fargo put on their second summer block party this year in historic Midtown. Vendors included local farmers, Scoop–n–Dough, Off the Deck Hot Sauce and more. Last year was the first block party Luna threw where they expected about 250 people, but more than 800 people showed…