FARGO-MOORHEAD INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATION
Moorhead – Kondial Kel International invites the public to join the Fargo-Moorhead International Women’s Day Celebration on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Armory Event Center, 904 Center Ave, Moorhead, MN 56560.
This annual event is a powerful gathering dedicated to celebrating the achievements, resilience, and contributions of women from diverse backgrounds. Through inspiring storytelling, a cultural fashion showcase, and community recognition, the event aims to foster inclusion, empowerment, and unity.
Event Highlights:
• Keynote speakers sharing impactful stories of leadership and perseverance
• Cultural fashion showcase featuring traditional attire from around the world
• Honoring an outstanding woman for her contributions to the community
• Sampling of global cuisines representing diverse cultures
• Networking and connection opportunities for attendees
Under this year’s theme, Accelerate Action, the event emphasizes the urgency of advancing gender equity. According to the World Economic Forum, at the current pace, it will take 134 years—until 2158—to achieve full gender parity. This calls for swift and decisive action to dismantle systemic barriers and biases that continue to affect women in various spheres of life.
By gathering voices, sharing stories, and celebrating progress, this event seeks to mobilize community efforts toward a more inclusive and equitable future. It will also focus on mental well-being initiatives for young people and providing support to underprivileged New American communities.
The Fargo-Moorhead International Women’s Day Celebration is free and open to all. Community members, organizations, and leaders are encouraged to attend and participate in this important conversation.
Secure your spot by registering online at:
Buy tickets – FM Celebrating Women-International Women’s Day – Armory Events Center
For more information, contact Kondial Kel International at kondialkelinternational@gmail.com.

HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL’S THEATRE DEPARTMENT PRESENTS BEETLEJUICE JR. THE MUSICAL
MOORHEAD – The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether) world of pandemonium.
With music and lyrics by Tony Award-nominee Eddie Perfect and a book by Tony Award-nominated pair Anthony King and Scott Brown, Beetlejuice was nominated for eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical. Created for the generation that made it a hit, Beetlejuice JR. is a wacky theatrical party for all!
Shows will be held February 27- March 1 at 7 p.m. and March 2 at 2 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Horizon Middle School. Tickets can be purchased online at www.moorheadschools.org/tix or by calling the box office at 218-284-2255.

RED CROSS OFFERING FREE A1C TESTING
FARGO – March is Red Cross Month and to celebrate the eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota American Red Cross is offering free A1C testing for blood donors in March. Access to health screenings like A1C testing helps individuals take steps toward a healthier future.
“We want to empower people with valuable health insights while ensuring a strong blood supply for those in need,” said Kimberly Vosseteig, executive director of the Red Cross in eastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota. “By offering free A1C screening, we’re giving individuals an opportunity to learn more about their health while making a lifesaving impact.”
This new offering is among the longtime work of the Red Cross to support the health of communities which already include pulse, blood pressure, body temperature, and hemoglobin levels. Donors can expect to receive their test results within one to two weeks through the Red Cross Blood Donor App or RedCrossBlood.org. Donors are encouraged to consult their health care provider if their A1C level is elevated.
In addition to A1C screening, all who come to give blood in March will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. See RedCrossBlood.org/March for details on both offers.
Visit RedCrossBlood.org, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App or call 1-800-RED CROSS to book a time to give in March and learn more about your health. Additionally, all who come to give blood, platelets or plasma March 1-31 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. See RedCrossBlood.org/March for details on both offers.
Upcoming community blood drives:
3/4/2025: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., American Legion Post 21, 303 30th St. N, Moorhead
3/5/2025: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., YMCA of the Northern Sky, 400 1st Ave. S, Fargo
3/6/2025: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Drekker Brewing Co., 1666 1st Ave. N, Fargo

FURNITURE MISSION OF THE RED RIVER VALLEY – URGENT NEED FOR FURNITURE
Furniture Mission of the Red River Valley (FMRRV) is running critically low on essential furniture items including beds, tables, dressers, lamps, and other pieces.
“This time of year is always the toughest for donated items” remarked Jordan McCormick, Executive Director. “This recent cold spell really slowed inventory coming into our warehouse. Unfortunately, the need to access furniture stays very high.”
If you have any items do donate you can schedule a drop off appointment using the link below or call 701.729.1410 to schedule a donation pick up on a Tuesday or Thursday afternoon. You can also drop off Wednesdays between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM with no appointment necessary. Review the complete list of items we do and do not accept below as well.
Drop Off Appointment: https://bit.ly/FMRRVDropOff
Current Needs List: https://bit.ly/FMRRVNeeds
FMRRV is coming off of it’s most impactful year yet, serving 874 families by gifting over 13,000 pieces of furniture in 2024. This is all done at no cost to the family or to the pre-approved agency that referred the family to receive furniture.
Accepted furniture items include gently used mattresses, box springs, couches, chairs, tables, dressers, side tables and other items listed at www.furnituremissionrrv.org.

GATE CITY BANK DONATES OVER $217,000 FOR GIVING HEARTS DAY 2025
Bank’s Total Financial Contributions Surpass $2.2M in Its 11th Year of Partnership
ND & MN – From surprise donations to four lucky charities to a multi-community food drive aimed at fighting hunger and everything in between, Gate City Bank made sure Giving Hearts Day 2025 was one to remember.
In total, Gate City Bank donated more than $217,000 toward Giving Hearts Day charities that keep communities strong, bringing its total giving over the past 11 years to over $2.2 million. The bank has been proud to partner with Giving Hearts Day since 2014, helping 300 charities and matching 100% of team member donations.
“At Gate City Bank, we find so much joy in giving back to our local communities,” said Amanda Torok, SVP of Culture. “To have a giving heart means to create a better way of life for others, which aligns perfectly with Giving Hearts Day.
Partnering together each year always brings out the best in our team members, who truly have a passion for supporting our beloved charities.”