October 12th, 2016
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The landscape of nerd and geek culture has changed a lot in recent history, Tony Tilton and I realized. Tony, the longtime chairman of ValleyCon, recalled that back in his childhood his television only had three whole channels and the cultural phenomenon known as Star Wars had just been released in theaters. Things like reading comic books and watching science fiction were fringe hobbies that were likely to get you picked on.
Fast forward to the present and…
October 5th, 2016
By C.S. Hagen cshagen@gmail.com
Racism against Native Americans is prevalent across North Dakota. Nearly every activist who stands to speak in Big Camp’s Sacred Circle mentions oppression and genocide, in one form or another.
From the logo emblazoned on State Highway Patrol vehicles – Sitting Bull’s killer Marcellus Red Tomahawk – who was from Cannon Ball area, to whistleblowers in 2012 condemning federal and state authorities for allowing native children to be placed in homes…
October 5th, 2016
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport combining techniques from combat sports and martial arts. The first documented use of the term mixed martial arts dates back to 1993, to the first Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Fargo native, Jos Eichelberger has a very important MMA match, Legacy 60, on October 7th in Hinckley, Minn. We talked to Jos and a few fans to tap into the excitement of the event.
For those somewhat new to the sport, like myself, here are some…
October 5th, 2016
By Chuck Solly
Photo by Chuck Solly
The geeks love this headline. 3D printing allows your imagination to run wild, provided you have the computer savvy and computer software to control the printer.
3D Printing began in 1984 with the Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) printer invented by Stratasys.
The original printers were limited to plastics, but since then, suppliers large and small have developed techniques to print with a variety of materials and solve new use problems,…
October 5th, 2016
By Amy Venn
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The 39th annual Norsk Hostfest promised “pure Scandinomium” this year and delivered over four days in Minot, ending with a performance from Big & Rich on Saturday night. The North Dakota State Fairgrounds was the sight for a celebration of Scandinavian culture, big name entertainment, and traditional food. 12 years old, plays the violin and sings with her father, with whom she’s also recorded a cd.
Dwight Yoakam, Sara Evans, and Chicago had…
September 28th, 2016
By Brittney Goodman goodmanbritg@gmail.com
Minneapolis-based Green Card Voices uses digital and written storytelling to share personal narratives of America’s immigrants, with current special emphasis on immigrant students.
They began in 2015 with a teaching guide: " Voices of Immigrant Storytellers: Teaching Guide for Middle and High Schools" which focuses on teaching immigration for middle and high school students using stories, along with lessons, worksheets and activities. This…
September 28th, 2016
by Ben Haugmo
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In 2011, Bethesda released “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim,” an open-world action-adventure game putting players in control of the Dragonborn, a hero blessed with a dragon’s soul. I clocked a significant number of hours playing Skyrim and remember my experience with the game fondly.
The question remains though, why did the citizens of Skyrim still treat their hero as a common drifter? By the end of the game I had stopped a civil war and thwarted a…
September 28th, 2016
By Faye Seidler
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With the increased visibility of transgender identities and issues, we are also seeing an increase in parents able to identify that their child may be transgender. Parenting is already a taxing, full-time job, and realizing that a child might be transgender can be a scary, heavy burden.
Most parents just want to give their child a happy life, and in this situation the best thing to do is to take a deep breath, and then do some research.
Most people…
September 21st, 2016
By Amy Venn
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The Baapinakamagid Gala will be hosted in Detroit Lakes by Niijii Radio, complete with musical performances, vendors, food and dancing to honor Minnesota art and culture.
“This is our fourth year and we are doing it a little later in the year than usual, but it’s going to be an awesome two days,” Margaret Rousu, general manager of Niijii Radio said about the family friendly event.
The wide variety of music includes local bands The Hanks Family Band,…
September 21st, 2016
By Faye Seidler
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Last week I talked about the importance of having trans representation when creating any policy that affects trans lives. Here I'll be shifting the focus from trans representation to the actual policies an organization would want to look at and develop. There are several broad strategies an organization can take to be more trans-friendly, and they come with tangible benefits to the organization as a whole.
The easiest place to start is to look at the…
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By Bryce HaugenNot everyone detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is an undocumented immigrant. After a Jan. 12 scuffle at a local Walmart, Tim Catlett, a resident of St. Cloud, Minn., was held at the Bishop…
By Kooper Shagena Just off of I-94 and Highway 83 on State Street in Bismarck, an abandoned Kmart sits behind an empty parking lot, watching the cars roll on and off the interstate exchange. It has been standing there quietly since…
Saturday, January 31, mingling at 6:15 p.m. and program at 7 p.m.Fine Arts Club, 601 4th St. S., FargoThe FM Symphony is getting intimate by launching a “Small Stages” chamber music series and it's bringing folks together via…
By John Strand If you are reading this editorial and you too are worried sick about the state of our country, keep reading. Maybe we can inspire each other. It was near closing time. We were discussing our values crisis. So this…
By Ed RaymondA mind that snapped, cracked, and popped at one hundredI wasn’t going to read a long column called “Centenarian: A Diary of a Hundredth Year” by Calvin Tomkins celebrating his birthday on December 17 of 2025…
By Rick Gionrickgion@gmail.com Holiday wine shopping shouldn’t have to be complicated. But unfortunately it can cause unneeded anxiety due to an overabundance of choices. Don’t fret my friends, we once again have you covered…
By Rick GionSince the much-dreaded Covid years, there has been much ebb and flow in the Fargo-Moorhead restaurant scene. In 2025, that trend continued with some major additions and closings. Let’s start the New Year on a positive…
Saturday, January 17, doors at 7:30 p.m.The Aquarium above Dempsey’s, 226 N. Broadway, FargoThe Slow Death is a punk supergroup led by Jesse Thorson, with members and collaborators that include members of The Ergs!, Dillinger…
By Greg Carlson Writer-director Naomi Jaye adapts fellow Canadian Martha Baillie’s 2009 novel “The Incident Report” as a potent and introspective character study. Retitled “Darkest Miriam,” Jaye’s movie stars Britt…
By Jacinta ZensThe Guerrilla Girls, an internationally renowned anonymous feminist art collective, have been bringing attention to the gender and racial imbalances in contemporary art institutions for the last 40 years. They have…
Saturday, January 31, 6:30-9 p.m.Transfiguration Fitness, 764 34th St. N., Unit P, FargoAn enchanting evening celebrating movement and creativity in a staff-student showcase. This is a family-friendly event showcasing pole, aerial…
By Annie Prafckeannieprafcke@gmail.com AUSTIN, Texas – As a Chinese-American, connecting to my culture through food is essential, and no dish brings me back to my mother’s kitchen quite like hotdish. Yes, you heard me right –…
By Sabrina Hornungsabrina@hpr1.comNew Jamestown Brewery Serves up Local FlavorThere’s something delicious brewing out here on the prairie and it just so happens to be the newest brewery west of the Red River and east of the…
By Ellie Liveranieli.liverani.ra@gmail.com At the beginning of the movie “How the Grinch Stole Christmas," the Grinch is introduced as having a smaller than average heart, but as the movie progresses, his heart increases three…
January 31, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.Viking Ship Park, 202 1st Ave. N., Moorhead2026 marks 10 years of frosty fun! Enjoy sauna sessions with Log the Sauna, try Snowga (yoga in the snow), take a guided snowshoe nature hike, listen to live…
By Vern Thompson Benjamin Franklin offered one of the most sobering warnings in American history. When asked what kind of government the framers had created in 1787, he replied, “A republic, if you can keep it.” Few words…
