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FM Scoop: United on the Court

Tree Farewell, Rising Star, First Baby of 2025

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FM Scoop
January 07, 2025

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Tuesday, January 7, 2025
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Wednesday, January 8, 2025
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Thursday, January 9, 2025
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Good morning, Fargo-Moorhead! Ready for a fresh scoop? We’ve got the perfect blend of events and updates to keep your week sweet!

In today’s FM Scoop:

  • Tree Collection Underway 🗑️

  • Brown Shines for NDSU 🌟

  • Bundle of Joy 👶

Off we go!

Scoops of the Day

Christmas Tree Collection 🌲

Fargo, West Fargo, and Moorhead have started their Christmas tree pickups! In Fargo and Moorhead, collections run from January 6th to the 17th, while West Fargo will gather trees from January 6th through the 10th. To ensure a smooth process, residents are reminded to strip trees of all decorations, stands, and non-organic materials, then place them five feet from garbage carts on the boulevard—not in alleyways or snowbanks. For more details, read the full article here.

Marty Brown Takes Jerry Rice Award 🏆

NDSU Running Back Marty Brown earned the Jerry Rice Award for top freshman player after rushing for 1,104 yards and 14 touchdowns this season. Bison QB Cam Miller, with over 3,000 passing yards and 41 total touchdowns, finished second for the Walter Payton Award, narrowly edged out by Montana State’s Tommy Mellott. For more details, read the full article here.

Welcoming 2025 with Baby Jude 🍼

Essentia Health Fargo rang in 2025 with the arrival of its first newborn, Jude Keller, born at 11:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Weighing 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and measuring 20 inches, Jude is the first child of Anna and Justin Keller from Moorhead.

Essentia celebrated over 1,100 births in 2024, and Jude kicks off another year of joyful arrivals. 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

Tuesday

Build Your Own Tropical Terrarium 🌿- Discover the centuries-old art of terrariums—miniature, self-contained ecosystems perfect for growing tropical plants in a humid, enclosed environment. In this workshop, you’ll choose from a variety of lush plants and learn how to layer rocks, charcoal, soil, and live moss to create a thriving, low-maintenance green sanctuary. Start the year with a touch of nature indoors and a whole lot of style!

Wednesday

Dry January Non-Alcoholic Tasting 🍹 - After the whirlwind of the holiday season, it’s time to reset! Whether you're taking a break from alcohol or stepping up as the go-to designated driver, this event has your name on it. Sample a variety of non-alcoholic beer, wine, spirits, and some deliciously creative mocktails. Plus, celebrate Dry January with 15% off Bernie’s entire non-alcoholic selection all month long! Cheers to a refreshing start to the year!

Thursday

Create Your Own Stained Glass Snowflake ✨ - Create your own unique stained glass snowflake suncatcher in this hands-on workshop with Morgan of Morgan's Stained Glass! Choose from pre-cut diamond glass pieces and a center bevel to design your masterpiece, then learn copper foiling and soldering techniques to assemble it. All supplies are provided, and you'll leave with a stunning suncatcher to brighten your space. Perfect for ages middle school to adult, this workshop offers a fun and creative way to craft something beautiful—just be ready for some glassy adventure!

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

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Buckets of Light

Landon’s Light 3-on-3 Tournament 🏀

Liberty Middle School recently hosted its annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament honoring Landon Solberg, a 12-year-old whose life was cut short by brain cancer. The event, filled with joy and friendly competition, celebrates Landon’s love for basketball and his uplifting spirit.

“This is really about good sportsmanship and having fun,” said Julie Christianson, executive director of Landon’s Light. The tournament not only keeps Landon’s memory alive but also raises funds for the foundation in his name. 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.)

Tuesday

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Thursday

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.

 Until Next Time!

That wraps up this edition of FM Scoop. We hope you enjoyed diving into today’s stories! Share the fun and stay tuned for more local insights coming your way soon.