A Table Set for the Arts
A retired finance executive turned wine educator, Sam Wai has quietly raised tens of thousands of dollars for Fargo-Moorhead's arts scene, one historically inspired dinner at a time.
Brady Drake
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Shareen Mossa Is Here to Help People Find Their Way Home
Shareen Mossa knows what it feels like to step into unfamiliar territory.
Brady Drake
Meet the Maker: Marie’s Beading
There’s just something about summer and beaded florals that is the perfect vibe, and Marie Thress of Marie’s Beading has got us all inspired!
Ashley Morken
Eric Christians is Built on Experience
Eric Christians believes in listening. He’s not trying to be the loudest agent in the room.
Brady Drake
Carrie Brimhall Believes in the Importance of Relationships
M State President Carrie Brimhall is navigating change and believes relationships still matter most Higher education right now feels like a constant pivot. Add a program. Cut a program. Expand healthcare. Explore AI. Strengthen the food pantry. Respond to state budget shifts. Serve more complex student needs than ever before. “The pace with which we’re
Brady Drake
MSUM President Tim Downs Isn’t Waiting For “Someday”
Tim Downs doesn’t talk like someone who’s just trying to keep the lights on. He talks like someone trying to build something. “There’s a theoretical premise for strategic planning,” Downs said. “It’s called strategic doing.” Some days are long—he’ll start at 8 a.m. and get home close to 10 p.m. But the schedule itself isn’t
Brady Drake
Madden’s Secret Announcer Was Recording In Fargo
Larry Robertson, better known to a lot of ears as Larry O’Brien, didn’t set out to become a voice inside one of the biggest sports video game franchises on earth. He just kept showing up to work. Every day. Twelve to fifteen auditions a day. For years. The Madden gig wasn’t a splashy, “your agent
Brady Drake
Carson & Emily Zarak’s Wedding
Photos By: LivbyGrace Photography Web: livbygracephotography.comFacebook: /livbygracephotosInstagram: @livbygrace When did you get married and how would you describe the day in two sentences? August 2, 2025. Our wedding day felt like pure joy! Surrounded by our favorite people, we laughed, cried happy tears, and danced the night away, soaking in every little detail we’ll remember forever! What
Brady Drake
Think Global, Act Local: Ruchi Joshi Bhardwaj
Can you briefly introduce your journey and your family? I arrived in Fargo as a student in 2009 with nothing but a heart full of dreams and a deep passion for learning. Over the years, I earned my bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD from North Dakota State University, working a variety of jobs both on and
Alexandre Cyusa
An Interview with Project 412
In Detroit Lakes, Project 412 is making a big impact on the trails, murals, sculptures, concerts, and startups, reshaping the region. We sat down with Executive Director Amy Stearns to learn more. Q&A How do you feel the mission for Project 412 has evolved over the last year? Our mission has stayed consistent. In essence,
Brady Drake
Q&A With Lakes Area Real Estate Expert Eric Lundmark
How did you get into real estate? I worked for a local company called Lake Shirts for 20 some years and as the company grew, it felt like I wasn’t the best person to be managing 200-300 people. I wanted to get into something that was more independent. Something I could would work as hard
Kessie Kessie
An Interview with Wild Horses
Wild Horses is an Americana band rooted in the northern woods of Minnesota, known for blending folk, western, and rock influences into a rich, emotionally driven sound. Led by singer-songwriter Jed LaPlant—whose musical roots trace back to his family’s deep involvement in Minnesota’s bluegrass scene—the group crafts songs that are soul-stirring and electrifying. With Jed’s
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