When North Dakotans head to farmers markets this summer, they might want to see which ones accept SNAP benefits, as the state is enhancing a search tool so that those eligible can stock up on fruits and vegetables. EBT cards distributed through[...]
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Neighboring states have air quality guidelines for sports, so why doesn’t North Dakota?
As smoke from Canadian wildfires drifted across North Dakota this spring, six state tournaments and the Fargo Marathon carried on under hazy skies. While neighboring states have clear air quality guidelines for school sports, North Dakota doesn’t. The decision to play or[...]
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Idaho AG Opinion Says ‘Everyone is Welcome Here’ sign cannot be displayed in schools
A sign that once hung quietly in Idaho classrooms—declaring “Everyone is Welcome Here”—is now officially banned. The Idaho Attorney General’s Office ruled the message violates a new state law barring political expressions in public schools. The decision follows months of controversy after[...]
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North Dakota to expand in-state Legacy Fund investments
North Dakota is putting more of its oil wealth to work at home. In a new $150 million partnership with investment firm GCM Grosvenor, the state will channel Legacy Fund dollars into North Dakota projects—land, energy, infrastructure, and more. It’s part of[...]
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Tariffs Stir Trouble on the Plains: Rural Economies Feel the Strain
Rural bankers and manufacturers across the Midwest are sounding the alarm: tariffs are taking a toll. Two new surveys show rising concern among farm lenders and supply managers, with many citing trade retaliation as the biggest threat to agriculture this year. In[...]
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Boats and Lifejackets are a Good Combination
Summer means folks across North Dakota are flocking to lakes and rivers with fishing poles in hand, coolers packed, and boats in tow. It’s a seasonal rhythm as familiar as the flick of a fishing line or the call of a meadowlark[...]
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NDSU student races from campus to Daytona and back
When Bryce Haugeberg rolled his No. 11 race car into NDSU’s Memorial Union, it wasn’t just a visit—it was a homecoming. The 21-year-old ARCA driver, who also happens to be an engineering student at the university, gave fans a rare, up-close look[...]
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Opinion: Warning labels needed for social media
Minnesota is taking a stand where it counts: the mental health of its youngest residents. A new bipartisan law will require social media platforms to carry mental health warning labels by July 2026—a move aimed at confronting the growing crisis linked to[...]
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Letter: Building a stronger insurance market for North Dakotans
June 28 is National Insurance Awareness Day. It’s a great reminder for all of us to take a few minutes to review our insurance policies. Whether it’s auto, home, health, or life insurance, now is the time to ask yourself: Do I[...]
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Federal funding cuts to North Dakota agencies total $100M so far, analysis shows
At least $100 million in federal grants have been canceled for North Dakota state agencies under the Trump administration so far, according to an analysis presented Thursday to state legislative leaders. The analysis may not be a complete picture of the state[...]
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$12.5 Million Approved for Outdoor Heritage Projects Across North Dakota
BISMARCK, ND – The North Dakota Industrial Commission today approved over $12.5 million in Outdoor Heritage Fund matching grants for 17 conservation and recreation projects benefiting North Dakotans across the state. The funding for this program, generated from oil and gas production[...]
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How Wisconsin’s economic development arm has embraced AI
In the race to attract business and boost efficiency, Wisconsin is betting on brains—artificial ones. The state’s economic development agency is integrating AI into nearly every corner of its operation, from drafting emails to streamlining grant tracking. Backed by Salesforce tools, the[...]
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UND’s Frozen Force claims first intercollegiate win in 2025 Air Race Classic
GRAND FORKS — The University of North Dakota’s Frozen Force flying team has soared to the top of the intercollegiate division in the 2025 Air Race Classic, marking a historic first-time win for the UND program in this renowned competition for female[...]
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Watch: Pheasant Crowing Counts Early Indicators of Population Rebound
After two mild winters and well-timed spring rains, North Dakota’s pheasants are bouncing back in a big way. Biologist R.J. Gross from Game and Fish reports that overwinter survival is up and breeding roosters are crowing in strong numbers—especially in the southwest,[...]
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UND Hockey’s coaching staff hashes out duties
Dane Jackson is reshuffling his coaching staff as he takes over as UND’s head coach. For the first time since 2006, Jackson won’t be running the penalty kill—that responsibility goes to associate head coach Matt Smaby. Assistant coach Dillon Simpson will handle[...]
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Wisconsin Women in Conservation empowers women to restore prairies pollinators
June is National Pollinator Month and a local agricultural group which aims to empower women in conservation is bringing awareness to how prairie restoration can aid the declining population of bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Through its Wisconsin Women in Conservation program,[...]