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New meaning to the term ‘barbering’

Debing steps down, Shol sets up shop

• Melissa Shol

Major intersection closed for reconstruction work

One of West Fargo’s major roadways is closed to through traffic so work can proceed on Phase II of the Main Avenue reconstruction project.

Food pantry at temporary location

It’s more than worth noting that the Emergency Food Pantry located at 1438 10th St. N. will be moving this week to a temporary location at 1301 39th St. N. in Fargo with the starting date at this spot on Monday, May 21, making it possible for them to continue offering their services.

Sheyenne Street business undergoes major renovation

City approves Renaissance Zone application

Timing is everything, growth is thriving

What a difference a year makes was expressed aptly by West Fargo Mayor Rich Mattern as he opened Monday nights regularly scheduled commission meeting describing the building permit report as “pretty remarkable.”

Time to let the junk go Cleanup week runs May 7-11

Cleanup week runs May 7-11

Eating Well: Magic crust reminiscent of ‘impossible’ ones

We all remember the famous “Impossible Pies” that rely on Bisquick as a base ingredient to help form the crust, relying on a blender to “mix it all up.”

• Custard pie

Benefit Friday for local family at West Fargo VFW

Jamesons grateful, humbled by outpouring of support

• The Jamesons

Commission awards variety of contracts

City projects in full swing

Eating Well: Early rhubarb crop makes for long season

With the beautiful day on Saturday, I was amazed when I walked out to my little backyard garden and noted the chives and rhubarb already thriving.

• Rhubarb cake

Columns

Eating Well: Hot temperatures inspire cooler drinks

With all the hot, muggy weather, I decided the time was right to sift through my drink recipes and share a few thirst quenching favorites.

• Raspberry sipper
• Lemonade

Cruise on over to Sheyenne Street for Thursday night main event

If you love old cars or are simply looking for an evening of socializing, fun and excitement, head on over to Sheyenne Street Thursday night for what is becoming one of the most popular summer attractions you’ll find anywhere – West Fargo Cruise Night set for Thursday, July 21, from 5 to 9 p.m

Gathering to honor one of their own

What a totally senseless act beyond comprehension – the fatal shooting of veteran Bismarck police officer Sgt. Steven Kenner while responding to a domestic disturbance call on Friday, July 8.

Blessed Sacrament, Holy Cross merger proposal lacking clarity, details

There is no doubt that the recent Catholic Diocese of Fargo touted proposal to reorganize local parishes, including the merger of West Fargo’s Holy Cross and Blessed Sacrament Catholic Churches, is a hotbed issue that is only going to see tensions continue to escalate and exacerbate before anything is definitively decided.

School starting means time for extra safety consideration

Where has the summer gone? A clear sign that the season is almost over is when school starts. In West Fargo that is next Tuesday (Aug. 31) already, right in advance of the Labor Day holiday.

Stepping back in time

For more than five decades, the annual Pioneer Days Review has been welcoming visitors to the region from points both near and far.

Eating Well: Yummy summer desserts sure to be real crowd-pleasers

No particular theme this week – just a potpourri of some of my favorite “sweet” recipes, not only amazingly easy to toss together but also delightfully delicious to serve whether you are entertaining on the patio or having a more formal get-together with family or friends.

• Bread pudding

Doing away with distractions

Using cell phones to text while driving is getting way out of hand.

Chamber merger positive move

The merger of the West Fargo Area Chamber of Commerce and Fargo Moorhead Chamber will become official five weeks from now after vote tallies of membership revealed a large majority on both sides in favor of combining the two groups.

Eating Well: Rhubarb recipes for last, fresh garden picking

I know we are getting close to the last hurrah for rhubarb, but some of you out there still have some fresh left in your garden that is okay for the picking.

• Rhubarb dream dessert