MOORHEAD SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES CAPITAL PROJECTS LEVY FOR NOVEMBER BALLOT
MOORHEAD – On August 12, the Moorhead Area Public Schools’ Board voted to place a capital projects levy on the November 5 ballot. The levy will address critical needs in technology, facilities, curriculum and transportation across the district.
The proposed levy will generate approximately $4.3 million annually over ten years. Funds will be used to upgrade school facilities, improve safety measures, and enhance educational technology and curriculum ensuring students have access to modern learning tools and safe environments.
Key areas of focus include:
Curriculum Enhancements: Investing in new innovative programing and staff training to optimize student learning and staff professional development.
Facility Improvements: Addressing deferred maintenance projects, including roofing, HVAC systems, and security enhancements across 11 district facilities.
Technology Investments: Replacement of outdated devices, software upgrades, and maintenance of digital systems to support innovative learning.
Transportation Updates: Replacement of aging buses and vans to maintain a safe and reliable transportation fleet for students.
Superintendent Dr. Brandon Luank emphasized the importance of the levy, stating, “This funding is crucial for providing our students with the resources they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world. We are committed to maintaining high educational standards and ensuring our schools are equipped for the future.”
Community members can learn more at www.vote152.org and are encouraged to participate in upcoming informational sessions to learn more about the levy and its impact. A community town hall will be held on October 7, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the MAPS Operations Center, 1313 30th Ave. S. in Moorhead.

EAST MALL PARKING LOT TO CLOSE STARTING AUGUST 19
MOORHEAD – The East Mall Parking Lot and access road will be closed starting Monday, August 19 for street and utility improvements. During this closure, please use the north mall parking lot and access the mall using doors D and E. The closure is due to street and utility improvements.
This work is expected to be completed in 4 weeks.

VA FARGO TO HOLD SUMMER VETFEST EVENT
FARGO – After the historic expansion of VA health care, the Veterans Affairs of Fargo will host a Summer VetFest outreach event on August 22nd, 2024, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the Healing Garden at VA Hospital on 2101 Elm Street N.
On March 5th, the VA eliminated the phased-in approach to health care eligibility, meaning that millions of Veterans are becoming eligible for VA health care up to eight years earlier than prescribed by the Pact Act. Millions of Veterans who were exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving our country at home or abroad – including all Vets who served in the Vietnam War, Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, or any other combat zone after 9/11 – are now eligible for VA health care. Over 10,000 of those Veterans are located in North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota.
This is the largest outreach evet ever at VA Fargo, which aims to ensure that all Veterans—and their survivors—get the health care and benefits they deserve under the PACT Act. Stop by if you are new to the VA or have questions about your VA healthcare and benefits.
For more information, call the Fargo VA Public Affairs Office at (701) 239-3724.