In this episode of Rocky's Downtown Hour, host Rocky Schneider breaks down the latest happenings across Downtown Fargo before sitting down with District 44’s newly appointed State Senator, Jamie Selzer.
Downtown Roundup & Upcoming Events
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Broadway Square Updates: An update on the splash pad repairs following recent heat waves, plus a recap of the outdoor movie night featuring Mamma Mia!.
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FM Pride Week: Key details on the weekend festivities, including Saturday’s Pride Market and Sunday’s Pride Parade starting at 2:00 PM.
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College Student Welcome: Strategic partnerships with NDSU, MSUM, and local institutions to introduce incoming students to Downtown Fargo’s coffee shops, cultural venues, and community events.
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2nd Annual Lemonade Crawl (Saturday, August 15): A preview of the upcoming event featuring 41 participating businesses. Each $25 ticket includes a handmade mug from Living the Dream Pottery, cold drink samples (lemonade, horchata, chai), trolley rides, and a chance to win a portion of $1,000 in gift card giveaways sponsored by Deb Frederickson.
Feature Interview: Senator Jamie Selzer (District 44)
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Stepping Into the Senate: Senator Selzer discusses taking on the seat previously held by Mayor Josh Boschee and his approach to representing 17,000 residents across Downtown and North Fargo.
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The Upcoming Special Legislative Session: Insights into the Governor’s call to address Kratom regulation and enforcement, alongside discussions on military museum funding and school lunch programs.
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Economic & Workforce Priorities: Drawing from his background as a small business owner and former corporate executive at Amazon and Walmart, Selzer outlines why addressing affordable childcare is critical to expanding North Dakota's workforce.
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Downtown Fargo Hot Takes: A quick-fire round highlighting Senator Selzer’s local favorites—from happy hour at Barney's and late-night treats at Insomnia Cookies to his top downtown coffee spots and public murals.