In a thrilling showdown at the Fargodome, the North Dakota State Bison earned a title game appearance by toppling the reigning champions, South Dakota State, with a 28-21 triumph. Cam Miller and Bryce Lance were the dynamic duo, orchestrating the victory with[...]
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Lake Sakakawea Ice Fishing Access & Safety Tips
If you’re preparing for an fishing adventure on Lake Sakakawea or Lake Audubon, here’s where you can get on the ice. But be careful! Driving on the ice is risky and help is a long ways away. Access points can be found[...]
Commerce Dept. LIFT Loan Program Awards Funding to Four Tech and Manufacturing Companies in Fargo
North Dakota is making waves with its latest investment in tech innovation, awarding over a million dollars to four promising companies through the Legacy Investment for Technology (LIFT) program. The full news release from the Department of Commerce follows below, it’s notable[...]
North Dakota sees continued growth with record population estimate of 796,568 in 2024
North Dakota is buzzing with life as its population hits an all-time high of 796,568, according to the latest figures from the U.S. Census Bureau. This surge, the largest since 2020, underscores the state’s magnetism—drawing folks with prospects of jobs, low taxes,[...]
Dakota Gardener: Top vegetable varieties in 2024
The first step to growing a great vegetable garden is to select the best varieties. Which varieties grow best in Dakota gardens? The answer is simple. To identify the best varieties for gardeners in the Dakotas, we need to test the varieties[...]
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How a frontiersman’s tie to a gang of horse thieves likely cost him his life
It’s a real-life Jake Spoon story. And if you’re not familiar with Jake, he’s Lonesome Dove’s warning against falling in with the wrong folks. The tale of Francis Gardipee, Edmund Hackett, and Flopping Bill Cantrell is one such chronicle. These men’s fates[...]
Who is eligible for the primary care residence property tax relief?
As the hustle of the holidays winds down, it’s time to turn an eye toward taxes—especially if you’re a homeowner in North Dakota. There’s a financial breather available: the primary residence credit, potentially trimming up to $500 from your property tax bill.[...]
Free virtual event to highlight legislative advocacy
Frustrated by the world around you but don’t know what to do about it? This may be a soft solution. On Saturday, a free virtual event, Amplify North Dakota, will show you how to effectively engage with lawmakers as the legislative session[...]
North Dakota’s Find The Good Life campaign aims for ‘boomerangs’ this holiday season
Returning to your roots can be an unexpected journey. For Max and Melissa Otto, it was the lure of family gatherings and North Dakota’s serene outdoors that called them back after years away. During this festive season, North Dakota’s “Find The Good[...]
Kelly Armstrong takes office as North Dakota’s 34th governor
Kelly Armstrong assumed office Sunday as North Dakota’s governor after taking the oath of office Friday in a private family ceremony. Armstrong, a Republican who resigned effective Saturday as North Dakota’s sole U.S. House representative, succeeds Gov. Doug Burgum. Armstrong and Lt.[...]
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Gov. Burgum and Lt. Gov. Miller receive resolutions for water development
In North Dakota, water is more than just a resource; it’s a lifeline that Governor Doug Burgum and Lt. Governor Tammy Miller have fiercely protected. This week, they received resolutions of appreciation for their relentless efforts in expanding the state’s water infrastructure.[...]
North Dakota’s Cross-state partnership looks to boost drone use and research
North Dakota is once again proving its mettle in the frontier of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The state, which has invested heavily in drone and UAS technology, is extending its innovative reach to Tennessee. Through a new partnership with the Tennessee Department[...]
State Board of Higher Education Meeting Report
The following meeting report was released by the ND State Board of Higher Education. The N.D. State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) voted unanimously during its Dec. 5, 2024, meeting to require online educational providers that have no physical presence in the[...]
ND Game & Fish Ice Fishing Preview 2024-2025
Winter is settling in, and for many, that means it’s time to dust off the ice fishing gear. This week, join Mike Anderson in a chat with Greg Power, the Fisheries Division Chief, who’s ready to share some insights about what this[...]
Iowa AG pushes for constitutional amendment on child testimony
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is on a mission to protect young victims. After a recent Iowa Supreme Court decision overturned a conviction due to children testifying via closed-circuit video, Bird is advocating for a constitutional amendment to ensure safety and comfort[...]
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Burgum regrets not curbing local spending, touts income tax relief in final days as governor
In the last week of his second term, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum said he regrets not doing more to curb spending that resulted in more than a third of the state’s budget being allocated out to local subdivisions. In an interview[...]