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The Story Behind St. Patrick’s Day

The Story Behind St. Patrick’s Day

Daniel Silva, Reporter March 27, 2025

Monday, Mar. 17, millions of Americans throughout the nation dressed up in green and celebrated Irish culture on St. Patrick’s Day, a national holiday that is loved by many as cities across the U.S....

Valentine’s Day Activities

Valentine’s Day Activities

Nora Lee, Reporter February 13, 2025

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and it is time to start making plans for how you may want to spend the holiday. Whether you prefer to spend it alone, with friends, or with a significant other,...

HollyDazzle Festival of Lights

HollyDazzle Festival of Lights

Davíd Moreno, Reporter December 1, 2024

The annual HollyDazzle Parade and Festival filled the streets of Grand Forks and East Grand Forks on Sunday, November 24, from noon to 7 p.m., drawing families and community members together to mark the...

The Origins and Traditions of St. Patrick’s Day

The Origins and Traditions of St. Patrick’s Day

Quindelynne Davis, Reporter March 20, 2024

Sunday, March 17 was St. Patrick’s Day, and hopefully, those who celebrated have recovered by now. Whether you are Irish or not, most can appreciate the excuse to enjoy some Guiness or Jameson with friends....

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Why Do We Celebrate Presidents Day

Daniel Silva, Reporter February 28, 2024

Every year on the third Monday in February, Government Institutions, Banks, and Universities alike are closed. This year, Presidents Day fell on Feb. 19.  To many, Presidents Day is just another Federal...

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