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06/09/2026

Please join us in congratulating Jeffrey Miller on the release of his new book! 📖🌳🦌 A longtime contributor to The Good Life Magazine, Jeffrey has brought the outdoors to life through thoughtful, nature-centered stories that inspire readers to explore and protect our wild places. His new book features more stories of his outdoor life. Read it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX34PQPP?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1

We're proud to have Jeffrey as a part of The Good Life family - go give his book a read and leave a comment to show your support! 👏

The Golden Hour: More Stories from the Field, Forest and Water

06/04/2026

Teenagers and jobs? Real Life / Dad Life with Paul Hankel!

Read more in the current issue of The Good Life Magazine.

DAD LIFEMy TeenagerGot a DAD LIFEMy TeenagerGot a JobIs this real life? Is myboy really joining theworkforce?WRITTEN BY: PAUL HANKELIt all

05/26/2026

Behind the scenes with the person helping define downtown Fargo's vibe.

Written by: Emma Jean Rieke

Rocky Schneider Downtown Fargo

HAVING A BEER WITH | ROCK Behind the scenes withthe person helping defineDowntown Fargo’s vibe.URBANTOADMEDIA.COM |

05/25/2026

At Urban Toad Media, we believe supporting veterans is more than a responsibility — it’s an honor. We are proud to support the Brady Oberg Legacy Foundation and the BradyOberg RuckMarch, which provides critical resources, support, and opportunities to the brave men and women who have served our country. 🇺🇸

Images from the 9th Annual BradyOberg RuckMarch:
www.urbantoadmedia.photos/Events/Brady-Oberg-Legacy-Foundation-/Brady-Oberg-Legacy-Foundation-2026

04/30/2026

The May–June issue of The Good Life Magazine features photojournalist Dave Samson. Other stories include a father–son BMX project and “Having a Beer with" Rocky Schneider of the Downtown Community Partnership, to our Local Hero piece on the Red River Valley UAS Unit. Additional features cover everyday life (teen employment, pet adoption, potato gardening) and more.

Racks are currently being filled in the FM area, but if you can't wait, you can read it online here:

On the Cover: Photojournalist, Dave Samson. Also in This Issue: Dad Life, My Teenager Got a Job, Local Hero — Drones! Red River Valley

04/10/2026

🍻 BEER! 🍻

Now that we have your attention…

Take a minute to check out our fun interview at Drekker Brewing with the main man behind Jade Presents. The creators who bring live music and more to stages across the region. 🎤✨

Written by the one and only Emma Jean Rieke! Cheers!

HAVING A BEER WITH | JADE HAVING A BEER WITH | JADE NIELSEN6 | THE GOOD

03/17/2026

🌷 In a vibrant world where repurposed flowers serve as a bridge to connection, Jeffrey Rondeau transforms simple bouquet deliveries into heartfelt visits that blossom into stores of joy!

Written by: April Knutson

Read his story here:
https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/71053684/the-good-life-march-april-2026/26



Hope Blooms

WRITTEN BY: APRIL KNUTSON WRITTEN BY: APRIL KNUTSONPHOTOS BY: URBAN TOAD MEDIAIf you ask Jeffrey Rondeau to introduce himself, he keepsit

03/09/2026

For one Fargo surgeon, the good life isn’t about recognition, but about perspective, service and showing up for others.

Read this issue’s cover story on Dr. Zachary Ernst: https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/71053684/the-good-life-march-april-2026/18

Written by: Emma Rieke Emma Jean Rieke



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ON THE COVER | DR. ZACHAR ON THE COVER | DR. ZACHARY ERNSTA MATTER OF PERSPECTIVEHow a Fargo Surgeon Measures ImpactBeyond the Operating

03/06/2026

Man, we miss this girl! 🩷 To honor her vibrant spirit, Drekker Brewing Company is dedicating a special beer in her memory. Join us this Sunday to raise a glass and celebrate the life of this fun-loving soul. We miss you, Krissy!

Drekker Brewing’s new mix “Straight Cheesin’” honors late employee Krissy Block, celebrating her spunky personality, love for the brewery and courage in her battle with breast cancer.

03/02/2026

The spring issue of The Good Life Magazine is here!

𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿: Meet Dr. Zachary Ernst, an inspirational general surgeon whose impact extends beyond the operating room.

𝗔𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲: Dive into the joys and challenges of 𝗗𝗮𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲, celebrate the service of veterans through 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼 Tony Baker, and our ever-popular, 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗕𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 interview with concert promoter Jade Nielsen. Plus, don’t miss out on the world of fascinating owls and more!

𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗜𝗧 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘: https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/71053684/the-good-life-march-april-2026



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