S&Y GROUP, INC. ACQUIRES SIG OLSON & SONS PLASTERING, INC.
MOORHEAD – S&Y Group, Inc., a 100% employee-owned specialty contractor based in Minneapolis, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Sig Olson & Sons Plastering, Inc., a family-owned plastering business with more than 70 years of history serving the Fargo-Moorhead region.
Founded on quality craftsmanship and customer care, Sig Olson & Sons has been a trusted name in both interior and exterior plastering solutions. Known for their durable, soundproof, and energy efficient finishes, the company has provided generations of homeowners and commercial clients with exceptional service and results.
“We are excited to acquire this great company and expand into the Fargo-Moorhead area,” said Greg Guimont, CEO of S&Y Group, Inc. “Sig Olson & Sons brings decades of expertise and a strong local reputation. Their skilled team and service capabilities align perfectly with our vision and will create meaningful synergies as we continue to build upon our growing portfolio of finishing contracting companies.”
The acquisition strengthens S&Y Group’s growing platform in the finishing trades, bringing new geographic coverage and enhanced service offerings to its network of construction businesses.
Roger Olson, who has successfully led the company for many years, has been instrumental in building a reputation for excellence in the region.
ACT UP THEATRE’S ‘SOUND OF MUSIC’
MOORHEAD – Act Up Theatre, in collaboration with Minnesota State University Moorhead, is presenting the musical “The Sound of Music” through Saturday, June 14, in the Gaede Theater in MSUM’s Center for the Arts. It coincides with the 60th anniversary of the world-famous movie. The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical details how the Von Trapp Family Singers fled the rise of Nazism in Austria.
Act Up, a nonprofit local theatre, was established in 2010 as an alternative summer theater program for young adults. It offers a summer musical experience for those who have aged out of high school theater programs.
Tickets can be purchased at the box office or at www.mnstate.edu/tickets.
FREE DAY AT BONANZAVILLE
WEST FARGO – On June 14th, 2025, 702 Communications and Sandy’s Donuts invite everyone to a day of free admission at Bonanzaville. This is an excellent opportunity to explore the rich history of our community at no charge. Stroll through the historic Pioneer Village of Bonanzaville or visit three new exhibits in the main museum area. Lunch purchases will be available, and picnic lunches, as well as outside food, are always welcome. Bonanzaville proudly features the Spuds Valley Model Railroad Club, “where the trains are always running.”
NEW EXHIBIT CELEBRATES NORWEGIAN IMMIGRATION
MOORHEAD – The Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County is excited to announce the opening of a new exhibit celebrating Norwegian immigration to the United States. Treasures from Norway honors the Norwegian immigrants that settled this region during the middle part of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. These new Americans came to the United States with little more than the clothes on their back and a few personal effects. These personal items, tangible reminders of family they were leaving and the old country, will be displayed from July 1, 2025 to June 22, 2026.
Objects on display include clothing, furniture, and household items that were brought over on the hundreds of immigrant ships that came to the US from Norway. Items of special significance include the Syverson family hardanger fiddle, created by the grandfather of Gunner Helland. Gunner Helland lived in Fargo starting in 1930 and passed his knowledge of fiddle making on to Bud Larsen. Bud, who now lives in Brainerd, is teaching new students in the Fargo-Moorhead area his techniques so future generations can create their own fiddles.
A small wooden rosemal box, owned by Inger Peterson (nee Hansdatter) will be on display as well. Born in Telemark, Norway, Inger moved to the United States after she married her husband, Peter Peterson. The couple arrived at Moorhead on May 28, 1880. Peter would die by the end of the decade, but Inger would live until April 1939 when she passed away at 92.
This exhibit is part of a larger series of efforts across the country to commemorate the bicentennial of Norwegian immigration to the United States. On October 9, 1825, the sloop Restauration arrived in the United States with 52 Norwegian Quakers. This marked the first organized instance of Norwegian immigration to the United States – although Norwegians settlements in the US date as far back as the early 17th century. Since 1935 the federal government has marked October 9 as Leif Erikson Day.
Regular museum hours are Mon.-Sat. 9am to 5pm and open until 8pm on Tuesday nights and Sundays 12-5pm. Admission is $12 for adults, $11 for seniors, $9 for college students, $8 for youth 5-17, and free for under 5, for active military families, and HCSCC members. Tuesday nights 5-8pm admission is free for everyone. For more information, see www.hcscconline.org.
PROPERTY ASSESSMENT REVIEWS TO OCCUR IN SELECTED NEIGHBORHOODS
MOORHEAD – The City of Moorhead Assessing Division will be conducting residential property reviews in selected neighborhoods in the coming weeks. Clearly identified City assessors may be walking around, viewing and taking photos of your property’s exterior.
Property reviews help the City Assessor determine current and accurate property values as required by the State of Minnesota. An interior inspection ensures the most accurate valuation.
To schedule an interior inspection, to confirm any data regarding the interior of your home in lieu of a physical interior inspection, or if you have questions about the assessment process, please call the Assessor’s Office at 218.299.5310.
Reviews will occur in the following subdivisions: Ambs Addition and Bruns 1st Addition.
CRUISE NIGHT SEASON BEGINS THURSDAY, JUNE 19 IN WEST FARGO
WEST FARGO – Cruise Night, a summer celebration presented by the City of West Fargo, West Fargo Events and Toppers Car Club, is returning to Downtown West Fargo. The first Cruise Night of the season will take place from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 19, on Sheyenne Street from Main Avenue W. to 7th Avenue W.
During the event, classic cars and motorcycles can line Sheyenne Street and attendees can cruise one-way, southbound starting at Main Avenue W. Food vendors will also be available near the POW/MIA Plaza.
No registration is required to participate with a classic car during the event. Classic car parking begins at 4:30 p.m. During the event, access to Sheyenne Street from side streets on the east and west sides of the road will be closed. There is no parking on Sheyenne Street in the event area beginning at 2 p.m. for event setup and the road will close at 4 p.m. Fourth Avenue W., just east of Sheyenne Street, will close beginning at noon for event vendor setup. A detour will be available on 1st Street for northbound traffic between Main Avenue W. and 7th Avenue W. during the event.
The remaining Cruise Nights will take place Thursday, July 17, Thursday, Aug. 21, and Thursday, Sept. 18.
CANCER SURVIVORSHIP WALK SET FOR JUNE 22 AT TROLLWOOD PARK
FARGO – In honor of National Cancer Survivors Month, the North Dakota Cancer Survivorship Foundation (NDCSF) invites the community to its inaugural Cancer Survivorship Walk on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Trollwood Park in Fargo.
This family-friendly evening event celebrates the strength and resilience of cancer survivors while raising awareness of the challenges they face long after treatment ends. The event includes a community walk, keynote remarks from inspirational speaker Andy Nelson, live music, refreshments, and a chance to connect with others who have been impacted by cancer.
“While we, as a healthcare system, have developed incredibly effective methods of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of many cancers, we still have a lot of work to do to help people transition into their new lives after a cancer diagnosis,” said Dr. Jessie Lindemann, founder of NDCSF.
Registration: Free for cancer survivors; supporters and survivors may register online at www.ndcsf.org.