It’s a lively Friday on Rocky’s Downtown Hour! Host Rocky Schneider kicks things off with a look at what’s buzzing in downtown Fargo—from the very first Miss Downtown Pageant at the iconic Fargo Theatre to the magic-filled Night Bazaar that lit up the Civic Center.
Rocky then sits down with Nicole of Nicole’s Fine Pastries & Café, who shares her inspiring journey of expanding a beloved local bakery into a full café and market. From croque monsieurs to artisan pastas and French butter, Nicole talks about food as experience, risk-taking in small business, and how community support has fueled her 20+ years downtown.
Later, Rocky welcomes Jan Eliason, head of Fargo’s Harm Reduction Division, for an eye-opening conversation on homelessness, the Downtown Engagement Center, and building trust with vulnerable neighbors. Together, they tackle tough questions about safety, compassion, and what it really means to make downtown Fargo welcoming for all.