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More than 100 people filled Fargo's Broadway Square for a world record tic-tac-toe attempt that fell short on numbers but scored big on community spirit. The evening turned into the largest tournament ever for Tic STACK Toe, a 3D-printed game invented by local entrepreneur Ron Bergan.
A pay-what-you-can café that fights food insecurity just won $25,000 to bring meals directly to people facing hardship. The mobile café serves fresh, locally grown food while creating connections in neighborhoods that need both nourishment and community.
Wells Fargo just committed $6 million to transform West Charlotte through affordable housing, job training, and small business support. The investment will bring the area's first full-service grocery store in over 30 years.
Wells Fargo Foundation donated $1 million to help families rebuild affordable homes in Altadena after the devastating Eaton Fire. The grant will construct accessory dwelling units and help rebuild homes destroyed in the disaster. ##
Michelle Kommer and Dan Conrad turned every single wedding guest into a bridesmaid or groomsman for their Fargo celebration. Instead of registry gifts, they raised $25,000 for three charities close to their hearts.
The Fargo Vipers just made history, winning North Dakota's first-ever girls flag football championship with an 11-1 season. Dreams that once seemed impossible are now coming true on the field.
Rachel Kawleski carried her brother's photo in her pocket as she and her ex-boyfriend won the 2026 Mixed Doubles National Curling Championship. The victory came months after her brother Steven, who taught her to curl at age 8, died suddenly at 35.
Minnesota State University Moorhead is making college more affordable for local students with new $6,000 scholarships for Fargo area graduates. The program keeps bright students close to home while easing the financial burden of higher education.
A three-year partnership between Wells Fargo and JA Philippines just hit a remarkable milestone: training over 10,000 teachers who've reached more than 400,000 students with essential money management lessons. These accredited educators are now spreading financial literacy across Metro Manila and nearby regions, giving young Filipinos the tools to build secure financial futures.
A breast cancer survivor's stubborn surgical wound healed completely after 50 sessions in a pressurized oxygen chamber. The innovative treatment saved her vacation plans and gave her hope after months of failed healing.
When emergency surgery stole Randy Smith's voice, the Stage 4 thyroid cancer patient picked up a pen instead. His hospital poetry just won an international award and is helping patients worldwide.
Volunteers transformed Rotary Park in Moorhead by planting 300 native trees along the Red River's banks in a single day. The annual community event protects the river from erosion while creating shade for people and wildlife.
Rising high school senior Emma Bacon just claimed her third national wrestling title, dominating the competition with a 27-second pin in the finals. The Bishop McCort Catholic athlete's incredible performance earned her a golden ticket to FloWrestling's elite Who's No. 1 event.
The US economy grew 2% in early 2026, bouncing back from a sluggish end to 2025, thanks largely to businesses pouring money into artificial intelligence. Unlike past tech bubbles, this boom is built on real revenue and actual construction, not just hype.
After losing his wife and mother on the same tragic day, 25-year-old Theodore Roosevelt discovered a powerful method for healing that modern experts still recommend today. His answer was simple: keep moving forward.
Black women are launching businesses faster than any other group in America, growing their companies by 13% between 2024 and 2025. Despite facing workplace barriers, they're creating their own paths to success.
Cora Schut, a high school wrestler from Sioux Center, Iowa, has been awarded a $5,000 scholarship created specifically for adopted athletes who share a love of wrestling. The award honors Brian Keck, an Ohio state champion who was adopted at 15 and dedicated his life to creating opportunities for young wrestlers.
A new study of 180 major U.S. cities reveals that happiness isn't found in the biggest metros. Smaller cities with strong communities and work-life balance are winning the joy race.
A Montana career waitress spent 25 years filling a vase her grandson gave her with quarters from tips, leaving him $1,919 and a priceless memory. The gift turned a childhood tradition of "quarters, grandma, quarters" into a lifetime of love.
A youth baseball team from Minot, North Dakota just capped off an incredible season by winning the state championship with a 41-7-1 record. The 12U AAA Minot Aces defeated the Bismarck Americans 6-2 in the final game, proving that hard work and teamwork can take young athletes all the way to the top.
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