Edgewood Golf Course application postponed
FARGO, N.D. (May 6, 2014)– The applicant of the Edgewood Golf Course Addition Plat and Zoning application has requested to postpone the Planning Commission hearing from May 6 to the June 3, 2014, Planning Commission meeting. Members of the public interested in providing testimony are recommended to attend the June 3 meeting. This application should not be confused with the Edgewood Estates Addition Application which is also scheduled for the June 3 Planning Commission meeting. The Edgewood Estates Addition is the former site of the Cardinal Muench Seminary.
Early morning fire extinguished
at N. Fargo storage garage complex
FARGO, N.D. (May 5, 2014) – At approximately 4:30 a.m. Monday, May 5, 2014, the Fargo Fire Department responded to an initial report of a fire behind 1119 19th Ave. N. The first crew on scene determined that the fire was in the storage garages located north of that address at 2101 12th St. N.
Fire crews found a storage garage fully involved in fire and extending to adjacent units. Forcible entry was needed to gain entry to the secured storage facility and the individual units. The fire was brought under control quickly, but a lot of time was spent going through the contents of the garages looking for extension of the fire. There was fire damage to eight units and smoke damage to the rest of the units in that building.
The cause of the fire has not yet been established and is under investigation. More detailed information will be given as it becomes available.
NDSU Main Library to host therapy
dogs to help ease finals week stress
Fargo, N.D., May 5 —Finals week is quickly approaching at North Dakota State University and the Main Library again will offer a special activity to help students relieve the stress that can come with a series of anxiety-filled tests.
Therapy dogs are coming
back to the Main Library.
Eight dogs from the F-M Obedience School and their handlers are scheduled to be at the Main Library Thursday, May 8, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The dogs first came to campus Dec. 12, as students studied for fall semester finals. The visit was such a success that library staff, along with Amber Bach-Gorman of the NDSU Counseling Center and Mary Ellen Steinhoff of the F-M Dog Obedience School coordinated the effort to bring them back.
“We had about 100 students come to the library to visit the therapy dogs last semester,” said Nicole Mattson, library Webmaster and public relations coordinator. “The students really enjoyed taking a break from their studies to relieve some stress by petting and playing with the dogs. The dogs seem to enjoy themselves, too.”
Other events at the Main Library include:
• Late-night snacks at 11 p.m. on May 6, 11 and 13.
• Puzzles, coloring pages, crosswords and Sudoku available for students.
• A coloring contest with prizes. The contest ends Monday, May 12, at noon.
• A candy fairy during the overnight hours.
The Main Library is scheduled to be open 24/7 beginning Sunday, May 4, at 1 p.m. through Friday, May 16, at 5 p.m. Commencement is scheduled for Saturday, May 17, at 10 a.m. in the Fargodome.
Prairie Roots Celebrates 500 Members
Prairie Roots Food Co-op recently welcomed their 500th member and will celebrate this milestone in their membership drive with a Spring Potluck on Thursday, May 8 at 6:30 PM at Gethsemane Episcopal Cathedral in Fargo. Everyone is invited to attend the potluck celebration which will be followed by an update on the development of the food co-op and a demonstrationof how to make your own Kombucha plus samling of different Kombucha flavors.
Catfish Cup or Carp Award?
River Keepers 4th annual Golf Scramble will be held Monday, June 16 at 1 p.m. at Rose Creek Golf Course. Since the Red River has over 70 species of fish, we’ve incorporated that theme into the traveling trophies. The team with the lowest score wins the Catfish Cup and the team with the highest score wins the Carp Award. To register and for more information go to: http://www.riverkeepers.org/files/2014_Golf_Scramble_Brochure.pdf
FISHING OPENER CREATES
TRAFFIC SAFETY CONCERNS
Drivers Warned Of Annual Traffic Problems
DETROIT LAKES– The fishing opener weekend of May 10-11 will be a busy traffic period, especially in northern Minnesota.
According to Regional Public Information Officer, Sgt. Jesse Grabow, “Some of the main concerns are drivers who are not paying attention, following too closely and speeding, especially around the lakes areas. Drivers are strongly encouraged to buckle up, take your time and pay strict attention to your driving.”
Drivers are also asked to keep an eye on their following distance and stay back far enough to prevent a crash with the vehicle ahead. Sgt. Grabow says, “Normally, the three-second following distance rule is taught, but many northbound travelers during the fishing opener and all summer are pulling trailers with boats or ATV’s, campers, and the like – all of which would require following at a distance of at least 500 feet, which would be farther back than the three-second rule.”
Motorists should be aware of all the safety rules for trailers, trailer equipment and for all special mobile equipment they are transporting to the area for recreation. Safe operation begins with the driver taking personal responsibility for their own actions behind the wheel as well as making sure that all vehicle loads are secure.
Sgt. Grabow adds, “Just slow down, buckle up, drive sober and pay attention, and we can all be a lot safer this fishing opener.”
Swanson Health Products to Headline
Fargo Marathon Health & Fitness Expo
For the seventh consecutive year, Swanson Health Products will be the headline sponsor of the Health & Fitness Expo held in conjunction with the 2014 Fargo Marathon in Fargo, North Dakota. The Expo is free and open to the public May 8–9, where over sixty health and wellness focused vendors will interact with runners, spectators and fans.
Returning to downtown Fargo for the Marathon’s 10th Anniversary, the Swanson Health Products Health & Fitness Expo begins at noon on Thursday at the Fargo Civic Center. The Swanson Expo area will once again have thousands of free samples of name-brand vitamins, healthy foods and green cleaning products available, as well as the opportunity to register for a chance to win a treadmill valued at $5,500.
The Swanson Expo area—located in the Civic Center lobby—will also feature a health food retail store showcasing natural foods, specialty supplements, protein powders and a full assortment of energy products to cover any last-minute needs runners may have before their race. Hours of the Swanson Health Products Health & Fitness Expo are Thursday 12–8 PM and Friday 10 AM–9 PM.
31 citations issued during
distracted driving campaign
FARGO, N.D. –As part of a statewide effort, the Fargo Police Department conducted a heightened enforcement campaign focusing on distracted driving on three separate days in April (April 7, 16 & 24). A total of 31 citations were issued in Fargo including 18 distracted driving citations and one drug paraphernalia arrest.
“Distracted driving is the leading contributor to rear end crashes in Fargo,” says Fargo Police Sergeant James Kringlie. “A common statement we hear from drivers is, ‘I looked away for just a moment and when I looked up, the car was right in front of me and I couldn’t stop in time.’” The fine for texting and driving in North Dakota is $100. The ban applies for accessing or sending electronic data while operating a motor vehicle—even while stopped at a stoplight.