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Hi Fargo, we made it to Thursday!Â
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: A-Rod headlines Voices of Vision, Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party, and a roaring 20s soirée + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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đź“° In the news
Low-income housing credits boost plan: On March 2, Fargo commissioners voted 3-2 for a five-year Renaissance Zone tax break for a downtown apartment project. Construction is expected to start soon, with opening in early 2028 — read the full story.
Spotlight on exceptional educators: Three West Fargo High School staff were named North Dakota’s best. Counselor Jamie Zuel, school psychologist Danielle Salmon, and assistant principal Rick Wilson earned top honors, crediting their school culture — meet the honorees here.
High-profile speaker announced: A-Rod will headline the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber’s Voices of Vision this spring, sharing lessons from a 14-time All-Star and 2009 World Series champion with the New York Yankees — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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đź’Ž Local business spotlight
Live theatre, zero fuss: Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre is staging community-made stories right now, from family-friendly adventures to sensory-friendly performances, so you can trade scrolling for actual applause. Your neighbors might surprise you with how much heart they put onstage.
Hot dog glow-up: Rocky’s Burgers, Franks and Fries serves chargrilled all-beef franks piled with relish, sport peppers, and a pickle spear, plus fresh-cut fries, house chili, and hand-spun shakes. Big comfort, lighter aftermath… a fast, satisfying fix when you crave classic Chicago-style snap without the food coma.
Where book hunts win: When the urge to browse real shelves hits, the joy of discovery follows: new and used printed books begging to be adopted. At BDS Books, curiosity leads, and one (or three) finds tend to sneak into your bag. Your TBR stack will understand.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →
Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Fargo for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
⛸ Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures @ Fargodome | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Disney On Ice is gliding in with a greatest-hits road trip, jumping from Moana’s island to the Pride Lands, Aladdin’s parade, and a Toy Story carnival, all captained by Mickey. It’s a family road trip without traffic or meltdowns, remember no costumes if you’re 14+.
🍀 St Patty’s Naughty Bingo! @ Mills Lounge (Dilworth) | Friday (3/13) at 6:30 PM – St. Patty’s Naughty Bingo is serving cheeky laughs and serious prizes, with Jamie back at the helm. It’s free, wear green for BOGO on your first drink, and enjoy free apps and snacks while they last. Come early, apparently luck favors the early birds.
🌸 Perfume Making Workshop @ Fargo, ND, United States, Fargo, ND | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Swap your usual Eau de Grocery Run for a custom scent you actually want to wear. This intimate Broadway workshop walks you through blending notes at a curated fragrance bar, then you head home with your signature bottle, bragging rights, and pleasantly smug wrists.
🍀 St. Paddy’s Day Pub Crawl @ Downtown Fargo | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Downtown is going full green as the original St. Paddy’s crawl returns, free to join and remarkably organized. Grab a passport at any stop, collect stamps from Blarney Stone, Sidestreet, and company, then cash it at Old Broadway for a medal and modest bragging rights.
🎩 Roaring 20s Soirée @ Synclaire Events Venue | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Flapper-ready or Fargo practical, come toast 100 years of the Fargo Theatre at a Roaring 20s soirée at the Synclaire. Expect abundant apps, signature sips, vintage games, a movie-memorabilia silent auction, cake, and that famous popcorn. Tickets are limited, costumes optional.
🎬 Fargo Film Festival 2026 @ Fargo Theatre | Tuesday (3/17) at 1:00 PM – Now in its 26th year, Fargo’s film festival is North Dakota’s premier moving image event, with features, docs, shorts, and Q&As. Founded in 1999 by film diehards and educators, it’s the best excuse to sit in the dark, eat popcorn, and call it culture.
🍺 Marley Concrete Cats Pint Night @ Swing Barrel Brewing Company, LLC (Moorhead) | Wednesday (3/18) at 7:00 PM – Whether you’ve chased cats since high school or just appreciate a free pour, Pint Night beats reorganizing the garage. Enter Marley Concrete Cats, Red River Catmaster, or tourneys, snag your first pint on them, chat River Keepers, then upgrade fish stories with Capt Brad Durick.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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đź“» Fargo report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 43°F – Low: 20°F – Precip: 71%
Snow likely between 10am and 2pm, then rain and snow likely. Mostly cloudy. High near 43, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. South wind 10 to 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain before 7pm, then a chance of rain and snow between 7pm and 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 20. West northwest wind 20 to 36 mph, with gusts as high as 54 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 28°F – Low: 18°F – Precip: 11%
Partly sunny, with a high near 28. North northwest wind 10 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 43 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 18. East wind around 8 mph.
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