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WE Fest 2025: A Star-Studded Lineup You Can’t Miss
Hey, country music fans! Warmer days are in sight, and here in Fargo, North Dakota, those glorious rays of sunshine mean we are that much closer to our favorite local summer activities. One of those summer staples? The WE Fest Country Music Festival, located in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The wait is officially over because the […] More
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7 Easy Steps to Shop Engagement Rings at Wimmer’s Diamonds
What do you need to know before engagement ring shopping? Wimmer’s will tell you! Check it out! More
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The Top 10 Events In West Fargo
Cruise Night Third Thursday of Every Month June – September West Fargo Cruise Night is one of the most popular summer events in West Fargo, drawing thousands of visitors and hundreds of vehicles to the city’s downtown each year. Held along Sheyenne Street, the event features an impressive lineup of classic cars, muscle cars, hot […] More
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City of West Fargo Stats
40,000 residents 15,000+ households +10% projected growth by 2028 65% family households Economic Strength & Workforce 6.2% population growth since 2020 One of the fastest growing cities in ND Served by several utility providers Electricity, Natural gas, Water and Sewer 18.2 min Commute Time 1% Unemployment Rate Labor Force Participation Quality of Life Growing school […] More
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Stitched Into the Fabric of West Fargo
Frteen years ago, Go Promo began with a simple goal: F make it easier for businesses to order branded apparel and promotional products. What started as a small home-based business in West Fargo has grown into one of the region’s largest promotional companies, now serving clients across North Dakota and in states including MN, SD, […] More
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701 Eateries: Brunch, Rooftop Vibes, and Amazing Lunch and Dinner
At 701 Eateries, brunch, isn’t just a weekend add-on, it’s a summer celebration. A big part of that momentum comes from the kitchen team, including chef Lauren Zobac, formerly of BernBaum’s, who’s brought a fresh energy to the menu while keeping fan favorites intact. There’s the bison hash, one of the most popular dishes on […] More
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5 Signs Your Yard Is Hurting Your Home Value!
Most people don’t choose to live with a “meh” yard. It just happens. You move in. Life gets busy. The builder gave you a patch of sod and a couple of shrubs that looked decent for about 14 minutes. Then a few seasons go by, the plants do whatever they want, the lawn gets thin, […] More
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From Classroom To Creative Calling
Rising Dawn Ceramics Rising Dawn Ceramics is a community pottery studio founded by Kelsey Williams that offers memberships and classes open to the public. The space also functions as Kelsey’s personal studio for her own creative work. “It’s like a gym membership for pottery,” she explains. Although Kelsey stepped away from the public school system […] More
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Meet The Maker: Lilibet Crafty Co.
It is SO INSPIRING to see someone locally creating a business from what they love doing—and a problem they can solve through it, especially in this crafty world! Bizzy of Lilibet Crafty Co. has been a creative force in the community and has been crafting up a fiber storm through this business she’s created, making […] More
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Carrie Brimhall Believes in the Importance of Relationships
M State President Carrie Brimhall is navigating change and believes relationships still matter most Higher education right now feels like a constant pivot. Add a program. Cut a program. Expand healthcare. Explore AI. Strengthen the food pantry. Respond to state budget shifts. Serve more complex student needs than ever before. “The pace with which we’re […] More
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Jim Urlacher is All About the Clean Slate
Fargo Public Schools Teacher of the Year Jim Urlacher i s All About Curiosity, Culture, and Second Chances On any given morning at Discovery Middle School, Jim Urlacher stands at the front of a classroom filled with seventh and eighth graders—students who are equal parts confident and uncertain, bold and unsure, trying on identities the […] More
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MSUM President Tim Downs Isn’t Waiting For “Someday”
Tim Downs doesn’t talk like someone who’s just trying to keep the lights on. He talks like someone trying to build something. “There’s a theoretical premise for strategic planning,” Downs said. “It’s called strategic doing.” Some days are long—he’ll start at 8 a.m. and get home close to 10 p.m. But the schedule itself isn’t […] More
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A Concordia College Conversation with President Irvine
How Concordia College Is Navigating Ai, Affordability,And The Future Of Liberal Arts Colin Irvine knows the higher education landscape isn’t slowing down. “It’s astounding how complicated our sector is,” he said. As president of Concordia College in Moorhead, Irvine spends his days balancing strategy and imagination. Enrollment. Innovation. Industry partnerships. AI. Affordability. Student belonging. Athletics. […] More
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Interior Design: Joann Sevald
About Joann Seval “I’m Joanna Sevald, founder and principal designer of Riegis Design Co. LLC, a design studio based in Fargo-Moorhead. If you’re like most of my clients, you’re a busy professional juggling a successful career and a full family life, and you don’t have the time (or energy) to spend evenings and weekends picking […] More
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Curate Your Life At Home: Tips For Functional, Personal, And Local Living
By Amanda Frost, marketing coordinator, folkways About Amanda Frost Amanda is an artist and community builder who serves as Marketing Manager at Folkways. You’ll often find her capturing content and sharing vendor love at Red River Market, Night Bazaar, Christkindlmarkt, and other Folkways programs throughout the year. Learn more about supporting local makers and creating […] More
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Meet The Maker: Niece’s Pieces And Designs
When Niece’s Pieces and Designs applied for our 16th Annual Unglued Craft Fest, we were enamored with her process and unique use of stones found in the Lake Agassiz lakebed! So we were very excited to get to know more about Shanice and her process this month’s Meet the maker! You’ll be able to catch […] More




















