Feral pigs may sound like a page out of rural legend, but in southwest Saskatchewan, the tale is turning real. While sightings in this region are still scarce, experts warn it’s only a matter of time before their numbers swell. With their[...]
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Legislator eyes high tech’s economic potential for ND
North Dakota might be the next big player in technology, thanks to the vision of Rep. Josh Christy from Fargo. With a 25-year tech industry background, Christy is pushing for AI and computing initiatives that not only draw talent but also harness[...]
Our opinion: The time has come for free school meals for all in North Dakota
North Dakota is on the brink of a pivotal decision that could transform its school cafeterias into hubs of equality and nourishment. A recent poll reveals a whopping 82% of residents support providing meals to all school children, echoing efforts already underway[...]
Clock Is Ticking on Time For Legislators to Submit Bills for 2025 Session
If North Dakotans want policies addressed during the legislative session that starts Tuesday, they need to act quickly. The deadline for House members to introduce new legislation is Jan. 20 while state Senators may introduce bills until Jan. 27. “If you want[...]
Homeowner tax credit should be simpler in its second year, tax commissioner says
Good news for North Dakota homeowners: a simpler path to property tax relief is on the horizon. Starting soon, you can apply for $500 off your 2025 property tax bill through the streamlined primary residence credit. Last year, 90% of eligible households[...]
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With 48 multistate lawsuits, Attorney General Drew Wrigley says he’s defending North Dakota’s interests
North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley is standing firm on his legal strategy: protect the state’s interests above all else. The result of that strategy is North Dakota has signed on as party to 48 lawsuits brought from across the country. Ranging[...]
Interim leader appointed to head North Dakota Legacy Fund, other state investments
The North Dakota State Investment Board on Friday named former Land Commissioner Jodi Smith as interim executive director of the Retirement and Investment Office. On Friday, board members also elected Gov. Kelly Armstrong as chair. The position has historically been delegated to[...]
Immigration drives Iowa’s 2024 population growth
Iowa isn’t just cornfields and covered bridges—it’s attracting a fresh wave of residents from across the globe. Between 2023 and 2024, over 19,000 newcomers from other countries chose Iowa as their new home, boosting its population more than any other factor. While[...]
NDSU Ranked in Top 100 research universities nationwide
North Dakota State University has made a remarkable leap into the top tier of public research institutions, ranking among the top 100 nationwide. With $190.3 million in research spending for 2023, up from $174.9 million the previous year, NDSU isn’t just crunching[...]
ND Game & Fish Working to Connect Coyote Hunters and Livestock Owners
It’s pretty easy to cut down the electronic age we live in. “Kids these days spend too much timeon their phones.” Yet, there’s no shortage of examples of how outdoors electronics have improved not just thesafety but also the efficiency and enjoyment.[...]
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5 North Dakota stories to watch in 2025
Many of the state’s biggest stories from last year — including those related to taxation, abortion and incarceration — remain unsettled. State leaders could reignite public discussion of these issues as early as the 69th legislative session, which starts Tuesday. Here are[...]
ND Department of Mineral Resources Releases Report on Three Forks, Estimated $17.5 Billion Recoverable
The North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources released the findings of a 2024 study evaluating the recoverable oil resources of the Middle Three Forks formation. To quickly summarize, there’s an estimated additional 250 million barrels of recoverable oil in the formation. West[...]
Huge natural gas processing plant secures final permits for North Dakota site
The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality has approved the final permits for a major natural gas processing plant in northwest North Dakota. In December, the Department of Environmental Quality issued a pollution discharge permit and the agency’s Division of Air Quality[...]
Watch: North Dakota Game & Fish | 2024 in Review
North Dakota Game & Fish is wrapping up 2024 with a collection of some of their best photography and video of 2024. If you like the North Dakota landscape and all the creatures that roam across it, you’ll appreciate this next 4[...]
Property tax reform leads long list of legislative to-dos
The upcoming North Dakota legislative session, starting January 7, is setting the stage for a critical showdown on property tax reform. With over 50 proposals on the table, both seasoned and new legislators are gearing up for a complex debate. The aim?[...]
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Minot Projects Receive Housing Development Incentives For 84 New Units
Two Minot housing projects will receive public subsidies to close the financing and feasibility gaps. The projects are supported in part by Low Income Housing Tax Credits provided by the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency and the North Dakota Industrial Commission. The[...]