The video below is one of the better, animated explanations of the fracking process I’ve come across. It was produced by National Geographic and it accompanies a recent article on the effect of oil prices on the industry. If you’re not already sick[...]
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Fargo Fines Contractors For Tardy Construction Projects
It’s an ongoing issue for municipalities… getting what you pay for, and in a timely manner. In Minot, we’re dealing with our own issues with a contractor who wasn’t up to the contract they signed. [...]Read More... from Fargo Fines Contractors For[...]
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Should State Universities Be Protecting Students Personal Info?
During the last election, Odney Advertising submitted a public information request seeking the release of names, addresses, phone numbers, and email for the state’s 48,000 higher ed students; the information was used for political purpose. A proposed bill would remove much of[...]
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Minot Bar Fight Leads to Gang Retaliation
This is not a new case, the fight and retaliation took place during the summer of 2013, but the extent to which organized gangs participated in the events is coming to light in the pre-trial hearings for the defendants. [...]Read More... from[...]
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2015 Legislature: Paying More for ND State Parks?
The bill is being introduced by the State Parks and Recreation Department and would raise the price of an annual fee by 40%. If passed, it would be the first fee increase in a 10 years. http://www.thedickinsonpress.com [...]Read More... from 2015 Legislature:[...]
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North Korea is Having Internet Problems This Morning
It seems that if you live in North Korea, you’re probably having trouble connecting to the Internet right now. I wonder what that could be about… [...]Read More... from North Korea is Having Internet Problems This Morning
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WATCH: If CO2 Emissions Were Visible…
Global warming or global cooling, overblown media hype or apocalyptic future… whatever your take on the global climate change issue is, you can’t deny the fact that over the past 150 years or so our species has been adding things to the natural[...]
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Wild Boar Becoming a Threat in Saskatchewan
It’s a story The Minot Voice will be looking into locally, but when an adjoining neighbor has a problem with an invasive species, it’s something we all need to know about. [...]Read More... from Wild Boar Becoming a Threat in Saskatchewan
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Saudi Arabia Says it Won’t Cut Oil Output
The quote from Saudi Oil Minister Ali al-Naimi, “The best thing for everybody is to let the most efficient producers produce.” As the world’s largest oil exporter, Saudi Arabia’s actions are a significant contributor to global oil prices. [...]Read More... from Saudi[...]
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WATCH: Thought Controlled Prosthetic Arms
This is exciting stuff, and if you’ve got 5 minutes you’ll get a first-hand look at cutting edge technology being applied to improving lives and a very tangible way. [...]Read More... from WATCH: Thought Controlled Prosthetic Arms
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UAVs Have Expanding Mission on Farms & Ranches
I’ve been sharing most of the articles about the Grand Forks side of the UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) story, but this is the first coverage I’ve seen on the industries impact on North Dakota’s bread and butter… agriculture. [...]Read More... from UAVs[...]
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More Conflicts in State’s Oil Regulatory Model?
A dispute between a landowner and three oil companies over the reclamation and remediation process surrounding salt water injection wells has forced the State into the awkward position of being both adjudicator and defendant in the same case. [...]Read More... from More Conflicts in[...]
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More competing for jobs in the Oil Patch
In the oil patch, it used to be… show up and you’re hired, but the prospects for job-seekers are becoming a bit more competitive as employment supply catches up the job market demand. [...]Read More... from More competing for jobs in the[...]
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Ice Swimming Club Looking For Crazy People :D Health Benefits Abound
Apologies for the editorialized headline, it was impossible to resist. That said, if there’s one activity North Dakota seems perfectly suited to, it’s this. Plus, anecdotally, there’s evidence to suggest there are some real health benefits. [...]Read More... from Ice Swimming Club[...]
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Quick Action Being Taken on Oil Patch Highways to Prevent Accidents
In response to a number of recent fatal accidents in the oil patch, the Department of Transportation will act quickly to add interim traffic lights in several locations on both U.S. Highway 85 and state Highway 23. Get details from the Dickinson[...]
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Geothermal Heating Considered for Fargo’s New City Hall
At an estimated cost of $850,000 against an annual savings of ~$18,000, the economics of the plan look shaky, but the fact that this concept is even being considered represents a subtle shift towards more environmentally conscious thinking and planning. [...]Read More...[...]