American Heart Association Heart Walk

FARGO, N.D., August 23, 2018 — Hundreds of Red River Valley residents are expected to join the Heart Walk on September 27 to raise funds to fight heart disease and stroke. The annual event begins at 5:00 p.m. at Scheels Arena.

The non-competitive, one-mile and three-mile walk includes teams of employees from local companies, along with friends and family members of all ages.

“Staying active is one of the most important things you can do to prevent heart disease and improve your personal well-being,” said Dr. Taylor Dowsley, a cardiologist with Sanford Health. “As little as 30 minutes each day of moderate physical activity – like walking – have been shown to help reduce the risk of heart disease.”

Physical activity is anything that makes you move your body and burn calories. The simplest, positive change you can make to effectively improve your heart health is to start walking. It's enjoyable, free, easy, social and great exercise. A walking program is flexible and boasts high success rates because people can stick with it. It's easy for walking to become a regular and satisfying part of life.

“We want people to know that it is never too late to start down a healthier path,” said Dowsley.  “Our hope is that the Heart Walk will inspire participants to be healthy for good, jump-start a culture of healthy living, and increase passion for supporting the lifesaving work of the American Heart Association.”

Heart Walk participants also will enjoy the Heart Festival, which includes kids’ activities, healthy snacks, and educational booths. The event will be emceed by Amanda Lea of Big 98 FM. The Heart Walk is a free event and is open to the public.

The annual success of the Red River Valley Heart Walk is due in part to presenting sponsor Sanford Health. The Heart Walk is also sponsored locally by RDO Equipment, University of North Dakota, Valley News Live, US Bank, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota and Big 98 FM.

For information on participating in the Heart Walk, visit www.RedRiverValleyHeartWalk.org.

UMC Football to Host Signing Day Party Wednesday

CROOKSTON, Minn. - The University of Minnesota Crookston football program will host an official Football Signing Day Party Wed., Feb. 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Crookston Eagle’s Club. Coach Mike Fritze and his staff will officially announce the 2015 signing class and will talk about each player and his overall class, as well as show highlights of the 2015 class. Tailgating food will be served during the event and a cash bar will be available.

NDSU to Host Halloween, Hoops and More

The North Dakota State University Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC) is sponsoring the annual Halloween, Hoops and More on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 4-6 p.m. at the Bison Sports Arena.

Designed as a family event, the party includes games, candy and prizes. New this year will be autographs from the men’s and women’s basketball and wrestling teams. There will also be inflatable games from Games Galore and food from Erbert and Gerbert’s, and participants will have the opportunity to meet their favorite Bison athletes. All attendees are encouraged to wear costumes.

The event is free and open to the public. The activities are appropriate for children ages two through 12.

UND Hockey Fan Fest to be held Sept. 22

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – The University of North Dakota Department of Athletics is proud to announce that the fifth annual North Dakota Hockey Fan Fest, presented by Midco Sports Network, will take place on Sunday, Sept. 22, at Ralph Engelstad Arena. The event starts at 3 p.m. at ice level in the main arena.

Both the men's and women's hockey teams will be in attendance and will take part in autograph sessions, a skills station (for 8th-graders and younger) and question-and-answer sessions on the media stage.

A free lunch will be provided to fans courtesy of Midco Sports Network, and the first 500 fans through the doors will receive a Midco Sports Net Freezer Koozie. Two lucky fans will also be selected to win a 32-inch, high definition television.

Other fun-filled activities include:

-         Get autographs from all your favorite North Dakota men’s and women’s hockey players!

-         Be the first to see the special edition North Dakota Strong hockey jersey that will be worn by the men’s hockey team for one game only on October 26^th!

-         Take part in the Jr. Champions activities area or sign up if you're not already a member! Jr. Champions members can also register to be the Captain of the Game at select hockey games.

-         Students and fans can learn more about NoDak Nation and the North Dakota Champions Club!

-         Sign up for the chance to ride the Zamboni at select men's and women's hockey games!

-         Pick up FREE promotional items!

Fans will be limited to one outside item for autographs. UND Athletics will be providing materials to be used for autographs.

Parents are encouraged to register their children for one of the skills sessions upon arrival as space is limited for each session.

For more information, contact the UND Athletics marketing office at 701.777.1373.

Scheels Bison Block Party Set for August 28

FARGO, N.D. – North Dakota State Athletics will host the annual Scheels Bison Block Party on Wednesday, Aug. 28, providing a great opportunity for fans to meet and mingle prior to the fall sports’ season-opening events.

The Bison Block Party is free and open to the public and will run from 5 to 8 p.m. at Scheels at 1551 45th Street S in Fargo. Thundar, the Gold Star Marching Band and head football coach Craig Bohl will be in attendance.

 

The event will feature a free concert from the Front Fenders, and fans will be treated to complimentary hot dogs, Pepsi and chips. There will also be inflatable games from Games Galore.

 

New this year is a question-and-answer session with Coach Bohl through Twitter. Starting on Monday, Aug. 26, fans can tweet their questions with the hashtag #bohlknows. The best questions will be selected and asked live at the event on Aug. 28.

 

The event will culminate with the unveiling of the new Bison football road uniforms.

MC4QL 5K/10K Run Walk

Mahnomen County for Quality of Life Project (MC4QL) is hosting a 5K/10K Run & Walk Saturday, August 24^th in conjunction with Wild Rice Day.

Get signed up for the MC4QL 5K/10K Run & Walk set for Saturday, August 24^th at 9:00am!

The cost is only $5 for the 5K – $10 for the 10K through August 18^th when cost will increase.

The entry fee includes:  a T-shirt for the first 100 signed up, snacks after the race, water during and after the race plus a chance at door prizes from local business sponsors.

All proceeds will benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

The Run will start and finish at the Mahnomen County Fairgrounds. Race day registration will be available from 7am to 8:30am, with the Run/Walk beginning at 9am.

An electronic timer will be available at the finish to see your time as you cross!

Prizes will be given for top three male and female finishers in both races

To get a registration form mailed or emailed to you, contact Kurt at 218-689-6880 or email him:  philco_13@hotmail.com

The easiest and best way to sign up is to log on to MC4QL.blogspot.com and register online. All of the details also available on the website

Fourth annual ND Hockey Fan Fest Sept. 22

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – The University of North Dakota Department of Athletics is proud to announce that the fourth annual North Dakota Hockey FanFest, presented by Midco Sports Network, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Ralph Engelstad Arena. The event starts at 10 a.m. at ice level in the main arena.

Both the men's and women's hockey teams will be in attendance and will take part in autograph sessions, a skills station (for 8th-graders and younger) and question-and-answer sessions on the media stage.

A free lunch will be provided to fans courtesy of Midco Sports Network, and fans can expect other great giveaways from the Midco Sports Net team. One lucky fan will also be selected to win a 32-inch, high definition television.

Other fun-filled activities include:

·  Be the first to get the new 2012-13 men’s and women’s hockey team posters and have them signed by the teams!

·  Get your picture taken with the Broadmoor Trophy!

·  Take part in the Jr. Champions activities area or sign up if you're not already a member! Jr. Champions members can also register to be the Captain of the Game at select hockey games.

·  Students and fans can learn more about NoDak Nation and the North Dakota Champions Club!

·  Sign up for the chance to ride the Zamboni at select men's and women's hockey games!

·  Pick up FREE promotional items such as schedule posters and pocket schedules!

·  Visit the single-game ticket station for a chance to win single-game tickets to home hockey games!

Fans will be limited to one outside item for autographs. UND Athletics will be providing the schedule posters to be used for autographs.

Parents are encouraged to register their children for one of the skills sessions upon arrival as space is limited for each session.

For more information, contact the UND Athletics marketing office at 701.777.1373.