Cover designs by Sarah Geiger, Sarah Stauner and Matt Anderson
We’ve covered a wide array of topics, events and more throughout all of Spotlight Media’s publications in 2018. Here’s a recap of our year, including some of our staff’s favorites!
January
Bison Illustrated: Pride of the Prairie
Design & Living Magazine: Faces, Spaces & Places
Fargo INC!: Do Well By Doing Good?
Fargo Monthly: New In Town
Fighting Hawks Magazine: Say What?
February
Bison Illustrated: Sixth Championship Edition
Design & Living Magazine: Minimalism
Fargo INC!: Appareo: The Next Generation
Fargo Monthly: Is This The Future Of Downtown Fargo?
Fargo By Fargo
March
Bison Illustrated: Titletown
Design & Living Magazine: Renovation Inspiration
Fargo INC!: 35 Under 35
Fargo Monthly: Live From Fargo-Moorhead
Fighting Hawks Magazine: Meet Your New A.D.
The Wedding Issue
April
Bison Illustrated: Oh, The Places You’ll Go
Design & Living Magazine: All Things Spring
Fargo INC!: YEA! Right
Fargo Monthly: Beer, Wine & Spirits Tour
* This was one of Art Director Sarah Geiger’s favorite cover stories of the year
May
Bison Illustrated: Welcome To Fargo
Design & Living Magazine: Safe & Sound
Fargo INC!: M.I.T. Hyperloop. Fargo.
Fargo Monthly: An A to Z Adventure
Fighting Hawks Magazine: Spittin’ Chiclets
June
Bison Illustrated: Bison Final Exam
Design & Living Magazine: Room To Grow
* This was one of Design & Living Magazine‘s Editor Becca Opp’s favorite cover stories of the year
Fargo INC!: Be Honest. You Want To Work For This Guy.
* This was one of Associate Sales Director Neil Keltgen’s favorite cover stories of the year:
Really enjoyed to Scott Bintz article on culture in June 2018. The question and answer portion really helped as a guide with fresh ideas that can help any company. If you missed it, go check it out.
Fargo Monthly: The Great Food Truck Diet
July
Bison Illustrated: Bison Media Guide
Design & Living Magazine: We Love The Lakes
Fargo INC!: What Microsoft President Brad Smith Thinks About The Future Of Work In North Dakota
Fargo Monthly: Let’s Talk About Pets
August
Bison Illustrated: Past & Present
Design & Living Magazine: Serene Scenes
Fargo INC!: I Got A Second Chance. Help Me Give Other Felons One Too
Fargo Monthly: 50 Hidden Treasures To Discover Downtown
September
Bison Illustrated: Humbled By The Hype
Design & Living Magazine: High Contrast Homes
* This was one of Design & Living Magazine‘s Editor Becca Opp’s favorite covers of the year
Fargo INC!: Succeed: Meet The Fresh Faces Of Leadership In Our Community
Fargo Monthly: Who What Wear
* This was Fargo Monthly Editor Alexandra Martin’s favorite cover story of the year:
I’d have to say that the “Who What Wear” cover story from September’s Fargo Monthly will always be special to me and a favorite of mine. It was the first issue where I was editor of the magazine, so it was my first time researching out to the community and making connections with all sorts of local makers and fashionistas. In this piece, we went into the closets of five Fargo-based individuals and asked them to share stories about special pieces of clothing and what style and personal expression through dress meant to them. My background is in fashion communications, so doing a story on what makes Fargo fashion special was a great way to kick off my role as editor. I’d like to think it was a fun way to showcase the different styles and tastes that this area holds.
Fighting Hawks Magazine: Time To Rise
October
Bison Illustrated: The Ultimate Fan Guide
Design & Living Magazine: Kitchen & Bath Design
Fargo INC!: What This Election Means For Your Business
Fargo Monthly: Behind The Apron
November
Bison Illustrated: Iron Men
* This was one of Bison Illustrated Editor Nolan Schmidt’s favorite cover stories of the year:
We worked closely with the Bison wrestling program and showcased just how dedicated these guys are to the sports. For me, it goes beyond that though, all of the wrestlers and head coach Roger Kish were very appreciative and nice to myself and our photographer Hillary. They are not only special athletes, but they are special people too, that’s why I had so much fun working with them for November’s issue.
* This was also one of Photographer Hillary Ehlen’s favorite cover stories of the year
Design & Living Magazine: Come Together
* This was one of Designer Sarah Stauner’s favorite covers of the year
Fargo INC!: 25 Business Lessons With Gary Tharaldson
* This was one of Fargo INC!‘s Associate Publisher Jennifer Gades’ favorite cover stories of the year
Fargo Monthly: Flip Your Routine
Fighting Hawks Magazine: Cold Blooded
December
Bison Illustrated: Herd Of The North
* One of Bison Illustrated Editor Nolan Schmidt’s favorite stories of the year was Shep’s Strength:
The best story this year was from December’s issue, in my view. I did a piece with Bison wide receiver Darrius Shepherd, who lost his father to cancer in the offseason. It hit home for me because I lost my father around the same age as Darrius, so talking with him about that subject was very special to me. I was also grateful that he was able to open up to someone he barely knew about a topic so sensitive. I think it turned out to be a wonderful story, and I’m really happy with the way it turned out.
Design & Living Magazine: Joy To The World
* This was one of Designer Sarah Stauner’s favorite covers of the year
Fargo INC!: Faces Of Fargo Business 2018
Fargo Monthly: Fargo’s 2018 Yearbook
Fighting Hawks Magazine: Senior Standouts
