Fargo-Moorhead ST. Patrick’s
Parade slated for March 14th
The annual F-M St Patrick’s Parade will launch at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 14th starting on Broadway and NP Ave. in downtown Fargo. Parade marchers and floats will start forming at noon in the parking lot west of the Old Broadway and will march north on Broadway to 6th Ave. Military honor guards from the V.F.W and the American Legion will lead the parade followed by the Heather & Thistle Pipes and Drums and a marching contingent of fireman from Fargo and Moorhead. To kick off the parade, the Lake Agassiz Pacers will host a 5k race.
Parade officials anticipate that over 75 units will participate in the parade, believed to be the only one held in North Dakota. A new and novel entry to the parade line -up will be a large number of bikes painted green from a group called “Great Ride Bike Share” of Fargo. The organization’s spokesperson said the operation is set to launch in the spring. The mission of the group is dedicated to building healthy individuals and communities by encouraging the use of bicycles for lifestyle, sport and recreation. Weather permitting; as many as 100 bikers in green will take to the streets on parade day.
For more information on participation in the parade or sponsorships, go to the web site at: www.fmstpats.com or Facebook at Fargo-Moorhead St Patrick’s Parade. For phone inquiries, call Kim at 701-367-3635.
Zachary Rummel Benefit
Friends and Family will host The Zachary Rummel benefit on Friday, March 6, 2015 to help The Rummel Family with medical expenses.
9-year-old Zachary was diagnosed with an inoperable astrocytoma (a rare brain tumor) located on his brain stem, in January of this year. He is currently at St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN through the end of March receiving radiation and chemotherapy treatments.
The Zachary Rummel Benefit is scheduled for 5 PM and will be held at The Bowler. There will be a live and silent auction, free will dinner, and entertainment. This will be a fun family outing.
Lend A Hand, a program of DMF, is providing up to $5,000 of matching funds to provide more help for the family.
Questions regarding The Zachary Rummel Benefit can be directed to Kristen Knudson, 701-641-8026.
Online donations may be made to: www.dakmed.org/lendahand, click ‘Donate’.
Cash/Check donations payable to Zachary Rummel Benefit Fund may be sent to:
Gate City Bank
837 East 31st Avenue
West Fargo, ND 58078
NDSU named Tree
Campus USA for third straight year
Fargo, N.D., – North Dakota State University has received “2014 Tree Campus USA” designation from the Arbor Day Foundation. The national program honors institutions for promoting healthy trees and engaging students and staff in conservation efforts. It the third time NDSU has been recognized.
“Trees are an important component to a lively and vibrant campus,” said Michael Ellingson, director of NDSU Facilities Management. “Winning this award for the third consecutive time is a great honor for NDSU, but also shows the commitment of staff, professors and students that have invested hard work to achieve this accomplishment.”
To be considered for the honor, NDSU met the five standards for sustainable campus forestry. The university has established a tree advisory committee, presented evidence of a campus tree-care plan, dedicated expenditures for its tree program, holds an Arbor Day observance and sponsors student service-learning projects.
“Your diligence in improving the environment and quality of life at NDSU contributes to a healthier, more sustainable world for us all,” wrote May Sweeney, program manager for the Arbor Day Foundation, in a Feb. 16 letter acknowledging the award.
The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit conservation and education organization that aims to inspire people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees. It created the Tree Campus USA national program with Toyota in 2008.
Fair Announces Grandstand Shows
West Fargo, N.D. – The Red River Valley Fair announces their summer grandstand shows. The Red River Valley Fair is scheduled for July 7-12, 2015 in West Fargo, North Dakota.
Tuesday, July 7, 2015 DAN + SHAY
Wednesday, July 8, 2015 HAIRBALL
Thursday, July 9, 2015 CRAIG MORGAN
Friday, July 10, 2015 LEE BRICE
Saturday, July 11, 2015 HALESTORM
Sunday, July 12, 2015 JOE NICHOLS
“It looks like we are going to have a very strong lineup for 2015. When we signed Dan + Shay, they were just getting their feet wet. Last week they had the second most added song on Country radio! I think they are going to be going strong by July” Stated Bryan Schulz, General Manager.
Schulz is pleased with the strong country artists booked for 2015. Craig Morgan will be a highlight on Military Appreciation Day scheduled for Thursday, July 9th. Military personnel and their families will be given discounted admission prices for that day. Lee Brice has had four #1 songs since 2011 and his latest hit “Drinking Class” is currently a top ten song. Hard rock band Halestorm is scheduled for Saturday, July 11th. They received a Grammy Award in 2012 for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance and their third album, Into the Wildlife, will be released on April 7, 2015.
The philosophy of paying a gate admission and all shows are free has proved to be a success. With attendance reaching over 120,000 in recent years, the 2015 Fair is expected to draw large numbers once again.
“We strive to keep the Fair affordable for everyone. We have multiple gate admission discounts and coupons available. Adult admission is only $10.00 per day. Where in this town can you see animals, exhibits and grandstand shows for that price? It really is a great family get away,” expressed Schulz.