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by Greg Carlson | Cinema | August 19th, 2015
…Predictably, the critical reception of Woody Allen’s “Irrational Man” ranges across the spectrum, from haters like Lou Lumenick and Jessica Kiang to admirers including Richard Brody, David Rooney and Amy Nicholson. The director’s films, even more polarizing in the grim aftermath of the highly publicized February 2014 open letter by…
by Christopher P. Jacobs | Cinema | August 19th, 2015
…The year 1939 is often remembered for its unusually high percentage of enduringly popular classic films (about 20 of which are currently available on Blu-ray in nice restorations), as well as many other things, from the September outbreak of the second World War in Europe, to the New York World’s…
by HPR Contributor | Culture | August 19th, 2015
…Lucy Jacobson, the new owner of RevolverBy Bridget Murray “Lucy, I’m home!” is what I like to say when I enter Revolver, a time warp full of memories.Vintage wear has always been a fondness of mine, and while working for Shannon Grindberg of Phat Kat Antiques last summer, I met…
by Diane Miller | Music | August 14th, 2015
…Canadian blues virtuoso Jack Semple is one of Friday’s Fargo Blues Festival headliners. This will be the award-winning, veteran guitarist’s first show ever in North Dakota.HPR: You definitely have different elements of style represented in your music, but you describe blues as your “center of gravity.” Why keep blues as…
by Jack Dura | Music | August 14th, 2015
…Fargo Blues Festival turns 20 with 12 acts in two daysDan Bredell has a hard job. The Fargo Blues Festival executive director listened to 200 acts over six months in advance of the 20th annual Fargo Blues Festival, set for this Friday and Saturday at Newman Outdoor Field. Making choices…
by Chris Hennen | Editorial | August 13th, 2015
…More responsible reporting, less racist social media comments pleaseThe recent uproar over 100 refugees coming to Fargo in a resettlement program administered by Lutheran Social Services was indicative of how the media can twist things and stir people into a frenzy using misinformation and race baiting. When a legal immigration program…
by Chris Hennen | News | August 12th, 2015
…Fargo man chair of effort to ease pain through legalizationA Fargo man has formed a committee made up of North Dakotans who will seek to acquire signatures to get the legalization of medical marijuana on the statewide ballot in November of 2016. Financial planner Ray Morgan spearheaded the effort because he…
by HPR Contributor | Wellness | August 12th, 2015
…By Lisa NawrotMy friend Emily recently checked into a hotel for the night and was just about to crawl into bed when she peeled back the bedspread to reveal a half-eaten piece of pie. The scene was complete with linen napkin, plate and fork, as if the duvet, enjoying a…
by HPR Staff | Best Bets | August 12th, 2015
…FM PrideAug. 13 to 16Various LocationsThere’s never been a more exciting year for Americans to celebrate LGBT pride than 2015. This Thursday to Sunday the excitement is taking over Fargo-Moorhead. Events include karaoke and trivia on Thursday, a dance party on Friday, a 5K, block and park parties on Saturday…
by Amber Schmidt | Culture | August 12th, 2015
…West Fargo Cruise Night continues its increase in popularityWest Fargo is gearing up for its third Cruise Night of the year on Thursday, August 20. Food and beverage vendors will be onsite, and the event is geared toward people of all ages. Cruise nights take place every third Thursday of the…