Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

What Fargo golfers should know: Fargo’s public courses will open with no-show policies. Ranges at Rose Creek, Edgewood and Osgood are open. Fargo Park District logged 8,894 no-shows in 2025. Two violations remove online booking -- see when to cancel tee times.

Safety and congestion at odds: West Fargo is revisiting a roundabout at 9th Street West and 52nd Avenue West after backlash. A neighborhood meeting will be held April 28 at 6 p.m. to discuss improvements -- get the meeting details.

Restaurant tasting showdown: Downtown Fargo’s inaugural ONE BITE Challenge is set for May 23, offering curated tastes from 25 restaurants. Favorites will be chosen for best flavor, best presentation, and overall favorite -- find ticket and event info.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Game night, upgraded: Group chat needs a plan this week? Fargo Escape Room keeps things fresh with playful themes like Birthday Booty and Grimm End, clever puzzles, and private games for your crew. Rally the friends, flex those Fargo smarts, and escape before the buzzer.

Small bar, big vibes: Low-lit, pint-sized, and quietly legendary, Marge's Bar is the downtown cocktail lounge you suggest when friends say 'surprise me.' Tucked by The Boiler Room, expect thoughtful cocktails and the kind of chatter that makes an hour feel like five minutes.

Low-key date night fix: Tucked under Mezzaluna, The Drawing Room is a speakeasy-style hideout for proper cocktails and conversation, plus small plates that actually pair well. Go when you want downtown vibes, moody lighting, and bartenders who make classics sing without shouting over a jukebox.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🌷 NDSU Hort Club Spring Sale 2026 @ Shepperd Arena | Thursday (4/30) at 9:00 AM – Nothing says spring like snagging sturdy starts from the NDSU Hort Club at Shepperd Arena, April 30 and May 1. Stock up on tomatoes, herbs, and guilt-free perennials, then let a couple student green thumbs make your yard look intentional, not accidental.

🏆 ND BBQ Championship 2026 @ SCHEELS Home & Hardware | Friday (5/1) at 12:00 PM – Patio weather calls for smoke, sauce, and bragging rights. The ND BBQ Championship hits SCHEELS with live grilling from Weber, Recteq, Ooni, and Big Green Egg, a free Grill Fest, beans you judge, and a $10 pulled pork platter. Come hungry, leave smelling like victory.

🏷 Swedish Death Cleaning Rummage Sale @ Faith United Methodist Church | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – If you've been waiting for a sign to embrace Swedish Death Cleaning without touching your own closets, this is it. Nordic Culture Clubs' rummage sale hits Faith United Methodist, 19th Ave North, serving deals, hidden treasures, and fika, with proceeds boosting the Scandinavian Festival.

🚶 2026 Team Hope Walk @ Rheault Farms | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Walking weather calls for a community stroll at Rheault Farm, and this one matters. It’s the Team Hope Walk, supporting families facing Huntington’s disease, so bring your crew, your comfy shoes, and your best neighborly wave. Log a few miles, chat, then earn brunch.

🐰 Easter Egg Scramble @ Atonement Lutheran Church | Saturday (5/2) at 11:00 AM – Easter in May? Sure, why not. The postponed Egg Scramble is Saturday, May 2 with egg hunts, bounce houses, a petting zoo, face painting, and a cake walk, all free, open to all. First 700 kids snag a free meal coupon from Texas Roadhouse.

🎬 Hello From Fargo Film Festival @ Moonrise Cafe | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Skip the multiplex and duck upstairs above Moonrise Cafe for a hometown reel at Hello From Fargo Film Festival. Indie shorts from the Dakotas and Minnesota, real stories, zero capes. It’s free, seats vanish fast, so snag a spot and feel smugly local.

🏡 Parade of Homes Spring Edition @ Building Industry Association of the RRV | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Whether you’re house hunting or just nosy about quartz islands, this scattered-site tour lets you roam new builds across six communities. Most homes are free, the two fancy ones will set you back $5 total. Hit paradefm.com for maps, and yes, there’s Mother’s Day Bingo.

This fully updated 5-bed home backs to green space, a park, a school, and walking paths for convenience. A two-story foyer with a curved staircase and Brazilian cherry details sets the tone. Highlights include a light-filled two-story family room, an eat-in kitchen, a vaulted spa-like primary suite, a theater-ready lower level, and a 5-stall heated drive-through garage plus heated driveway.