BIKE RUN SCHEDULED FOR
SATURDAY, JUNE 22nd
The “Butch Kouba Memorial Scholarship Bike Run” is scheduled for Saturday, June 22nd. The 6th Annual bike run will cruise approximately 200 miles in the surrounding area. Registration starts at 11:00 a.m. at El Zagal Shrine Center located at 1429 3rd Street North in Fargo with the riders leaving at noon.
Butch passed away in August 2007 and was a long-time Mason and Shriner who loved riding his motorcycle.
Cost is $15.00 per person or $25.00 per couple for riders and $10.00 per person or $15.00 per person for non-riders. The ride will end at El Zagal Shrine Center with a Silent Auction, Door Prizes and food.
For more information contact Mike at 701-730-5456.
Library Hosts Paper Flower Craft Workshops June 20 and 22
FARGO, N.D. (June 18, 2013) – Want to learn to make beautiful flowers that you never have to water and that will never wilt? Adults and teens are invited to learn to make whimsical paper flowers at two craft workshops this week at the Fargo Public Library. The first session is set for Thursday, June 20, starting at 6 p.m. at the downtown Main Library; a second workshop is set for Saturday, June 22, starting at 2 p.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library. Learn the basic steps of transforming simple materials into handmade blooms. All materials will be provided. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Register online or call the Information Desk at (701) 241-1492.
Fargo Public Library events are free and open to the public. A complete schedule of summer reading program events is available at all library locations and online at www.fargolibrary.org.
Cigarette Causes Deck Fire
FARGO, N.D. (June 17, 2013) – The Fargo Fire Department responded to a deck fire at 2550 14th Street South, just after 3:00 pm. Responding with four engines, one truck and one command vehicle, the fifteen firefighters responding found the fire was extinguished by a quick acting resident living in the apartment below. No one was injured. The fire was small and damage minimal, but small fires will lead to big fires. The cause of the fire was caused from smoking materials.
It is essential to watch that ashes do not drop where they are not wanted, and also that cigarettes are disposed of properly. The breezy conditions in our area make problems worse. Winds can easily blow smoking materials where they do not belong and start a fire. The fire department asks that if you smoke, to please be diligent with the extinguishment of smoking materials. If you have a balcony apartment, be watchful of what is below you. Plastic containers, containers without lids, and some flower potting materials are not good ashtrays. Invest in a container for proper disposal. Search for cigarette disposal receptacles on the internet to find proper containers.
Tuberculosis identified in Texas-origin beef cow
BISMARCK – Laboratory testing has identified tuberculosis in a beef cow in south central North Dakota.
“The National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Ames, IA, has reported that initial tests of the animal were positive for TB,” said Dr. Susan Keller, state veterinarian. “Results of additional testing should be available in six to eight weeks.”
Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring and Melvin Leland, president of the State Board of Animal Health (BOAH), emphasized that the incident poses no immediate health risk to the general public, since the cow has been removed from the herd and destroyed.
They said the North Dakota Department of Agriculture and the BOAH will work with USDA-APHIS Veterinary Services to complete all necessary testing to ensure the safety of the state’s livestock industry.
The State Health Department is being kept informed of the matter.
Keller said the animal was identified as a result of a trace-out investigation in Texas. An investigation is ongoing in North Dakota.
North Dakota has been recognized as “TB-free” by USDA since 1976. The state’s last reported case of bovine tuberculosis in a herd was in 1999.
RIDERS GO “HOG WILD” FOR CHILDREN
Fargo, N.D. – The thirteenth Annual Harley Owners Group Miracle Ride will be held Saturday, June 23, at 11:30 a.m. in both Fargo and Grand Forks. Last year’s event raised more than $15,000 for Sanford Children’s Hospital.
All makes and models of bikes are welcome to participate in the event which will raise money for the area’s Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at Fargo Harley-Davidson, 600 Main Ave. W., West Fargo, and at Andy’s Harley-Davidson, Hwy 81 N., Grand Forks. The ride leaves both Fargo and Grand Forks at 11:30 a.m. The bikers from both towns will meet in Ada, Minn., and then continue on together to the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minn. The event will be held rain or shine.
Sex Offenders Change of Address Notification
The Fargo Police Department would like to inform the public of sex offenders who have changed their address:
Gary Wayne Davis, a Moderate Risk Sex Offender, has become homeless.
Born in 1945, 5’8”, 175 lbs. Blue eyes, Blond hair
Offense Background: Davis was convicted of Indecent Exposure in Richland County ND in 1999 and a second charge of Indecent Exposure in Cass County ND in 2007. Both victims were adult females. Davis keeps in daily contact with law enforcement as to his whereabouts. Davis is required to register as a sex offender until 7/17/2027.
Ulysses Frederick Irby, a Level II Sex Offender, has moved to 533 Countryside Trailer Court, Fargo, ND.
Born in 1974, 5’11”, 210 lbs. Brown eyes, Black hair.
Offense Background: Irby was convicted in 2002 of Criminal Sexual Conduct 4th degree in Clay County MN. The victim was a female under the age of 15. Irby is required to register as a sex offender until 2/16/2029.
More information regarding these Sex Offenders can be found here: http://www.cityoffargo.com/CityInfo/Departments/Police/CitizenResources/SexOffenders/
If you would like more information about registered sex offenders in the city of Fargo, visit our website at www.fargopolice.com. Information on high-risk and lifetime offenders is also available on the North Dakota Attorney General’s website at www.ndsexoffender.com and the Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website at http://www.nsopr.gov/. These websites have the answers to many frequently asked questions.
Unique Fargo Business Thriving
How many people go to work who love what they do and they are passionate about their occupations? That their jobs are a part of them and their vocation, more of a calling than just a paycheck?
From a small at-home business, a man becomes engulfed into his work. This job requirement consists of more than 40 hours a week, without much vacation time. It takes more than eight hours a day to create the products in the store. Not many people know of the existence of this business, or its purpose. The owner of this business is Wolf Pierce and he runs a Native American Trading Post, called Wolf Spirit Trading Post.
The products he makes help enrich his life as well as many people’s lives all over. Many people love to learn about the Native culture.
There are many products that Mr. Pierce sells in his store. One of the most popular items in the store is dream catchers. These range from different sizes and different colors, all unique in style, as no two dream catchers will ever be the same.
Another major item that appeals to customers is Medicine Bags, which are all hand-crafted by Mr. Pierce and made from leather with varied designs. Some have hand painted designs or beaded rosettes embellished on the front of the bags.
The previous items listed are only just a few of the items that one can purchase from the store. One can purchase Native American wall décor, or add to his or her shoe collection with a pair of handmade leather moccasins. There are also many beaded necklaces and chokers, and sterling silver rings and chains on display. Mr. Pierce also allows customers to request custom made items.
The business is located in South Fargo, so everyone can come to enjoy and become enthralled in the heritage of this rich Native American culture. There exists no other business like this type in our area.
Wolf Spirit Trading Post is located at 817 14th St South, in Fargo. 701-212-9987.