One of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe’s initial arguments against the Dakota Access Pipeline was its proximity to the reservations water intake structure, but as of the new year, water for the reservation communities will be pulled from a new location more than 70 miles downstream of the pipeline. Ernest Scheyder with Reuters has the
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Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. Surgeon General, has issued a first-ever report on substance abuse. Here’s the quote that sums it up, “The most important thing is, we have to change attitudes towards addiction and get people into treatment,” Murthy said in an interview. “Addiction is a disease of the brain,” he added, “not a
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There’s a lot of debate currently about the value of e-cigarettes and whether they’re a valuable tool for those who want to quit smoking or a vehicle to get kids hooked on nicotine. This article from Reuters on a recently released study suggests that possibly the latter is true.
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In yet another October surprise, the Clinton campaign is on their heals after FBI Director James Comey informed members of Congress that additional review of the Clinton email investigation would take place following the discovery of new emails on a laptop belonging to Anthony Wiener.
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North Dakota oil interests are looking for cash infusions from financial hedge funds, and the trend has regulators concerned that new operators lack experience in the industry. Ernest Scheyde with Reuters has the story.
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A new outbreak of bird flu on an Indiana poultry farm has farmers, health officials, and veterinarians on high alert. An outbreak last year led to the death of more than 48 million chickens and turkeys.
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The cattle market is likely to see a shakeup soon as an online auction intended to reduce volatility in the cash and futures market is implemented. Reuters has the story on a change that will likely affect producers and consumers.
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As oil prices continue to drop and the downturn starts to feel more like near-term reality versus cyclical period, there are real financial consequences for those working and speculating in the oil industry. Reuters provides an in-depth look at what may be ahead.
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As international sanctions against Iran come off the books, the country as upped its oil output. Prices have hit their lowest point since 2003 as the market prepares for a significant new supply source.
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Although not definitive, the study suggests teens who use e-cigarettes are more likely to try smoking than those who do not. Get the full story from Reuters.
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Confidence and security are the ultimate economic development tools, and in New Orleans, faith in flood protection has been the key ingredient to building both. The New Orleans flood protection project is now 10 years old and Reuters has the story.
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Last week OPEC decided to stick with the status quo and let producers keep producing. Meanwhile, local producers say the downturn in prices is forcing producers to get efficient and will ultimately lead to stronger, healthier oil production industry.
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The craft beer industry is taking off around the country, and it’s creating a new market for the agriculture industry. Maybe this is something we should be noticing here in North Dakota where we like beer and grow grain.
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The cause of dying the honey bee colonies used for pollination in the agriculture industry and honey production remains unknown. What is certain — the problem appears to be getting worse. Get the story from Reuters.
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Governor Steve Bullock signed into law two bills that will work to protect modern Montana’s connection to its Native American past. His quote, “[Native American languages]… represent the culture and history of our entire state.”
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The Clinton Foundation has admitted to accepting unreported donations from foreign governments, but there will be no internal investigation into whether Hillary Clinton violated the ethics agreement she signed when she took office as Secretary of State.
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