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​MJ’s magic the topic of second Jackson doc by Spike Lee

by Greg Carlson | Cinema | February 11th, 2016

…Spike Lee’s second documentary on one of the most unforgettable, electrifying, and controversial superstars of the 20th century doesn’t compare to the filmmaker’s finest nonfiction features. But the cumbersomely titled “Michael Jackson’s Journey from Motown to Off the Wall” celebrates an exciting transitional period in the performer’s life with plenty…

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​Send the gift of laughs (or love) this Valentine’s Day

by HPR Contributor | Culture | February 11th, 2016

…It’s official: Valentine’s Day is just around the corner (or Singles Awareness Day for those of us not in a relationship). For some, that means a romantic night out having a nice dinner with their significant other, and to other more jaded people it’s an attempt to try to commercialize…

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​Valentine’s Day: Make it special

by Granville Wood | All About Food | February 11th, 2016

…With the special day for romance just a few days away, are you stressing about what to do for that special person in your life? Can’t afford a diamond? Flowers always work but are so predictable. An expensive dinner at a restaurant? Well that’s just a waste of money and…

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​Of elephants and men

by Ed Raymond | Gadfly | February 11th, 2016

…What makes billionaires think they know what’s best for society? Could it be lots of money?When 2,500 billionaires and global leaders met in Davos, Switzerland, in January of 2016 to discuss who was going to get the largest slices of the economic pies baking in the ovens of capitalism, the…

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​Opening Reception for “Prologue”

by HPR Staff | Best Bets | February 11th, 2016

…Friday, Feb. 12, 5:30-7 p.m.The Rourke Art Gallery Museum, 521 Main Ave., MoorheadBlayze Buseth, a young ceramics artist from Fergus Falls, presents his lifecycle series. His most recent project is titled Legacy Vessels, his customized urns which preserve and recognize the lives of people. Buseth attended Minnesota State University Moorhead…

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A new tradition ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ begins new future for Sheyenne High Theatre

by Jack Dura | Theatre | February 11th, 2016

…In its first year as its own theater department, Sheyenne High School Theatre is paving the way for the future with a classic from the past. “Fiddler on the Roof” will open the West Fargo high school’s first solo season as its cast and crew latch onto the musical’s elements…

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No longer child’s play – VFW’s adult Pinewood Derby gives back to local veterans

by Brittney Goodman | Culture | February 10th, 2016

…A common activity of the Boy Scouts of America and other youth groups is building and racing pinewood cars. Many people wax nostalgic when “pinewood derby” is mentioned. So, now that you’re grown up, how can you still feel the thrill? You can, by registering, creating, and racing your own…

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​Would North Dakota rather poison the well or sip from it?

by Sabrina Hornung | Editorial | February 10th, 2016

…Something Fishy is Going on By the time this is published a renovation will have taken place—and we are not talking about the renovation occurring at the High Plains Reader office that has left your editor squatting at John Strand’s desk for the past week.According to the North Dakota…

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​Has Gentrification Come to Downtown Fargo?

by Chris Hennen | News | February 10th, 2016

…As Fargo continues to experience major growth and redevelopment in its downtown region, some are concerned that it has a ripple effect resulting in gentrification. It is an issue being discussed more and more across the country as cities experience continued years of rapid growth.Major cities like Austin and San…

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​Movie Night at the Aquarium: Lady Terminator

by HPR Staff | Best Bets | February 4th, 2016

…Thursday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m.The Aquarium (Dempsey’s upstairs), 226 Broadway, Fargo Grindflicks presents the second film of their Movie Night at the Aquarium series, with “Lady Terminator.” The Indonesian exploitation film does its own take on the 1984 classic but with a female playing the villain. Steering clear of copyright…

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