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FM Scoop: A Paw-sitive Outcome

Mangos Reopening, Wentz Starting, Philly Cheesesteaks

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FM Scoop
January 02, 2025

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Good afternoon, Fargo-Moorhead! Happy Thursday, Fargo-Moorhead! The weekend’s coming up, and it’s time to sprinkle some fun into your plans. Whether you're out chasing the latest local happenings or cozying up with your favorite treat, we’ve got the inside scoop to sweeten your weekend.

In today’s FM Scoop:

  • Philly Cheesesteaks coming to Fargo 🥪

  • Wentz to Start 🏈

  • Mangos Reopening 🌮

Here comes the scoop!

Scoops of the Day

Taste of Philly Brings Cheesesteaks to Fargo 🥪 

Philly cheesesteak fans, rejoice! Taste of Philly is set to open its first North Dakota location on January 10, bringing cheesesteak sandwiches, wings, and specialties like meatball grinders and ruben sandwiches to Fargo. Located on 13th Avenue near the Promenadè strip mall, this marks the franchise’s expansion from its Denver roots into the Midwest. For more details, read the full article here.

Former Bison QB Carson Wentz to Start for Chiefs 🏈 

Carson Wentz, former NDSU quarterback and now backup for the Kansas City Chiefs, will make his first start of the season this Sunday against the Denver Broncos. With the Chiefs resting key players, including Patrick Mahomes, Wentz gets the spotlight in the regular season finale. Signed by Kansas City in the offseason, Wentz has played for several teams since being drafted 2nd overall in 2016. For more details, read the full article here.

Mango’s Mexican Grill is Reopening 🌮

Get ready to spice things up! Mango’s Mexican and American Grill is returning to the metro, opening soon in Moorhead at the former Boulder Tap House building. After closing its Fargo location due to a fire last summer, the restaurant is excited to serve the community again. For more details, read the full article here.

The stories featured in FM Scoop are summaries of original content from local news sources. We provide these summaries to keep you informed and up-to-date with the latest happenings in the Fargo-Moorhead area. For the full articles, please follow the provided links.

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A Swirl of Events

(Concerts, Community Events, Local Markets, Etc.)

Friday

Grand Opening Northside Nutrition and Wellness 🥤 - Celebrate the grand opening of Northside Nutrition & Wellness, your go-to spot for personalized health, daily accountability, and a supportive community! Enjoy exciting door prizes, delicious refreshments like shakes and teas, and take a tour of the space to see what makes this place unique. Plus, get a free wellness profile to kickstart your health journey. Meet Andrea and connect with your neighbors in this fun, welcoming event.

Saturday

Modish Boutique and Salon Suites soft opening 🛍️ - A brand-new boutique and salon space is officially opening its doors, and you're invited to the celebration! Come enjoy shopping, discounts, giveaways, snacks, drinks, and more. Explore a variety of services offered, including permanent makeup, manicures/pedicures, eyelash extensions, laser treatments, Botox, peels, and other spa services. Don’t miss this chance to check out the stunning new space and enjoy all the perks!

Serial Killers: with Dr. Scott Bonn 🔪 - Explore the minds of serial killers with Dr. Scott Bonn as he delves into their psychology, shares experiences with notorious criminals, and reveals profiling secrets. This gripping true crime event includes a live Q&A and is perfect for mature audiences fascinated by the macabre.

14th annual Silver Dollar Cowboy up poker tournament ♠️ - Poker tournament with a $150 buy-in gives players 20k chips to start, featuring 40-minute blind levels (dropping to 30 minutes after the dinner break) and no re-buys or re-entries allowed. Survivor tournaments begin in the afternoon, and a 50/50 raffle will also be held. Proceeds benefit Cowboy Up for Cancer. Suggested dealer appreciation is $20.

Sunday

Silent Reading Party 📚 - Grab your book or let a librarian pick one for you and settle in for a cozy evening of reading with others who share your love for literature. Enjoy snacks, beverages, and personalized book suggestions, with librarians on hand to help set up accounts and check out books. Please note, this is a 21+ event.

For all the details on these events, be sure to click the hyperlinked event titles.

Rest assured, nothing in this section is sponsored. We'll always be transparent and let you know when something is.

A Paw-sitive Outcome

Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue Hits Fundraising Goal 🐶

Thanks to incredible community support, Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue surpassed its $300,000 goal, raising over $362,000 to stay at its current location. With the land secured, the rescue can continue its vital work while preparing for their new building in the coming years. For more details, read the full article here.

The stories featured in FM Scoop are summaries of original content from local news sources. We provide these summaries to keep you informed and up-to-date with the latest happenings in the Fargo-Moorhead area. For the full articles, please follow the provided links.

The Evening Delights

(Trivia, Music, Bingo, Comedy, Etc.)

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

  • Bingo | Pepper’s Sports Cafe | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

  • Bingo | 701 eateries | 4:00 pm

For the latest updates and any last-minute changes, click the event links hyperlinked in the titles.

Rest assured, nothing in this section is sponsored. We'll always be transparent and let you know when something is.

Enjoy the Weekend!

Thanks for catching up with us! We hope the FM Scoop has you ready for the weekend ahead. Share the good vibes, and don’t forget to check back for more updates after the weekend fun!