North Dakota’s argument: the rule is a federal overreach that will create burdensome regulation for farmers. Waters of the U.S. is an EPA and Corps of Engineers rule that expands the definition of waters protected by the clean water act. [...]Read More...[...]
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Minot Sales Tax Revenue Grows in Spite of Oil Downturn, ND Up Also
In the first quarter of 2014, North Dakota’s sales tax revenue grew by 2.26% over the same period in 2014. And Minot was one of the fastest growing communities with over 10.75% growth in the same period. The official news release from[...]
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Archaeology Reveals New Information Mandan Indians
An archaeological excavation near the Missouri River s providing a wealth of information and artefacts, some of it dating back to the 1600’s. More details from KX News. [...]Read More... from Archaeology Reveals New Information Mandan Indians
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Board of Higher Ed: ND Universities Need to Work on Retention, Affordability
Student retention, affordability, and collaboration with grade schools — these are the goals North Dakota Universities need to focus on. So say the members of the Board of Higher Education and university presidents at their annual retreat in Fargo. [...]Read More... from[...]
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Editorial: Anti-corporate legislation won’t save small communities
The Forum editorial board weighs in on North Dakota Farmers Union’s action to put anti-corporate farming law on the ballot. Their take, agriculture production has changed and the law ND Farmers Union wants passed will not be a savior for small towns.[...]
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Grand Forks Moving Towards 11 a.m. Sunday Alcohol Sales in Restaurants
State Legislators loosened the regulatory grip on Sunday bloody mary brunch by changing state law to allow for earlier alcohol service on Sundays. And now it appears the City of Grand Forks will be taking advantage of that opportunity by changing their[...]
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USDA’s Free Lunch Program Growing Dramatically in Scope, Some Concerned
Get the story and commentary on a summer lunch program with good intentions that may need oversight. Some are concerned that increased numbers are coming from serving those not qualified and that those same numbers will be used to justify the program[...]
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ND Highway Patrol Road Check Removes Out-of-Compliance Vehicles from Highways
— Official News Release, ND Highway Patrol — In an effort to increase commercial motor vehicle (CMV) safety, North Dakota Highway Patrol troopers and civilian safety inspectors participated in a large, targeted CMV enforcement and education program. Roadcheck, sponsored by the Commercial[...]
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Finding God In Western North Dakota
For one longtime North Dakotan, the landscape of Medora and the badlands is a place of inspiration and introspection. And an annual return to the source is an opportunity to share fellowship with others who have found something worthwhile in our landscape[...]
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Hearing Set on Oil Pipeline that Would Cross Lake Sakakawea
A proposed pipeline across Lake Sakakawea is on the event schedule for the Public Service Comission. A formal hearing will be held in Stanley on August 21st regarding the pipeline proposed between Keene and Palermo. Details from the Grand Forks Herald.[...]
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Accidental Drug Overdoses on Rise in North Dakota
In 2005, 15 North Dakotan’s died of drug-related causes. In 2013, the number was 52. Get details on the story and overdose red flags to watch for in this article from the Fargo Forum. [...]Read More... from Accidental Drug Overdoses on Rise[...]
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UND Nickname List Down to 7 Options
Along with staying simply ‘North Dakota’, the other nicknames under final consideration are: Fighting Hawks, Green Hawks, Nodaks, North Stars, Roughriders and Sundogs. [...]Read More... from UND Nickname List Down to 7 Options
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North Dakota’s Legacy Fund Diversifies Investments
The financial state of North Dakota is strong right now with more than $3.2 billion in the legacy fund, and the manner in which that money is managed and invested is helping it grow. But as always, it’s a delicate balance[...]
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Company Launches Experiment to Re-use Oil Drilling Waste
Each well drilled in the Bakken generates 26 semi-truck loads of waste known as drilling cuttings. Now, Nuverra Environmental Solutions is one of three companies that will be working to make this waste material safe for use in infrastructure projects like roads. [...]Read[...]
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Flyers Sign Hakstol to five-year, $10 million Deal, Reports Say
How much money does it take to lure a college hockey coach out of one of the best programs in the country? A lot. [...]Read More... from Flyers Sign Hakstol to five-year, $10 million Deal, Reports Say
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UND President Robert Kelley Announces Retirement
Effective this January, Robert Kelly will be stepping down as President of UND. The announcement was made after the results of a staff survey revealed a work atmosphere that was less than favorable. [...]Read More... from UND President Robert Kelley Announces Retirement