Episode Summary: In this compelling Fargo-focused episode, Steve Hallstrom dives deep into the biggest stories shaping the region — from local crashes and health updates to national headlines — before turning the spotlight on the high-stakes race for Fargo’s new Convention Center. Mayor Tim Mahoney joins Steve to reveal why four finalist sites are moving forward and how the city plans to choose a winner responsibly. Later, Commissioner Michelle Turnberg opens up in a candid, heartfelt interview about attending the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service, her renewed faith and courage in public life, and her viral call to name a new school Charlie Kirk Elementary. Hallstrom closes the hour reflecting on the need for everyday citizens to “show up” at local meetings — a rallying cry for civic engagement and conviction. Key Moments & Highlights: 🕒 (0:00 - 1:04 ) Steve kicks off with “The Rule of Four” — four Convention Center finalists, four-car crash victims, and a fourfold rise in West Nile cases — setting up a lively afternoon show. 🕒 (2:16 - 6:52 ) A preview of guests and hot topics: Mayor Mahoney at 4:20 , Commissioner Turnberg at 4:40 , and coverage of President Trump posthumously awarding Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom. 🕒 (10:11 - 20:30 ) 📍 Interview: Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney Mahoney details how the Convention Center selection narrowed from nine to four sites: Brujala Site: strong design and green space appeal. Shields Arena: multipurpose potential. Downtown Site: energy and walkability. FargoDome: surprise “entertainment district” twist. He emphasizes fiscal responsibility — “a small loss is acceptable, but not a million-dollar one” — and reassures taxpayers that property taxes won’t rise to fund the project. 🕒 (21:07 - 25:09 ) 🎖️ Tribute Segment: The Presidential Medal of Freedom Ceremony Steve transitions to the emotional White House moment honoring Charlie Kirk. Social media reaction ranges from cynical to deeply respectful of widow Erica Kirk’s grace and strength. 🕒 (25:09 - 34:17 ) 📍 Interview: Commissioner Michelle Turnberg A deeply personal segment. Michelle recounts traveling to Phoenix for Kirk’s memorial — “life-changing,” she says. Shares her admiration for speakers like Vice President J.D. Vance, and witnessing Erica Kirk publicly forgive her husband’s killer. Explains how the experience renewed her resolve to “be bold, be brave, speak the truth.” Defends her call to name Fargo’s new school Charlie Kirk Elementary: “I stand by that 100%.” 🕒 (35:01 - 40:59 ) Steve praises Turnberg’s courage: “That woman’s…