State Legislator’s say they need a voice in any proposed regulations regarding the disposal low-level radioactive waste (TENORM) produced during well drilling. Public meetings on the issue are coming up starting Wednesday in Bismarck. [...]Read More... from Legislative Committee Demands Specifics on[...]
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Commentary: The Implications of Heitkamp Governor Run…
Circulating in the North Dakota news last week was a story about Senator Heitkamp’s intentions in 2016. Will she run for Governor? Here’s a theoretical look at the outcome of a Heitkamp bid for the State’s highest office and what might change[...]
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Amtrak’s “Empire Builder” Back on Schedule After BNSF Updates
Burlington Northern’s railway improvements are complete, so Amtrak’s Empire Builder passenger service is back online with all the stops. [...]Read More... from Amtrak’s “Empire Builder” Back on Schedule After BNSF Updates
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Diederich Resigns from ND Higher Ed Board
Kristen Diederich resigned from the North Dakota Board of Higher Education on Wednesday. It’s the latest chapter in one of North Dakota’s most contentious political debates. Diederich hopes her resignation and new board members will lead to improved relations with legislators. [...]Read[...]
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Young Curlers Meet in Devils Lake, Compete for National, World Recognition
Devils Lake is set to host the National Junior Curling Championships. The tournament begins Saturday, January 17th and runs through the 24th. Check the story from Adam Ladwig and WDAZ for more. [...]Read More... from Young Curlers Meet in Devils Lake, Compete[...]
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Dalrymple Announces Appointments to Higher Education Board
— Official News Release — Gov. Jack Dalrymple today announced the appointments of Nicholas Hacker and Greg Stemen to the State Board of Higher Education. Hacker, of Bismarck, will replace Terry Hjelmstad following the completion of Hjelmstad’s term on June 30. Stemen,[...]
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State Legislature Takes Up UND Nickname Again
House bill 1155, sponsored by Rep. Scott Louser of Minot would extend the moratorium on choosing a new U.N.D. nickname through 2017. [...]Read More... from State Legislature Takes Up UND Nickname Again
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Driving Safely Around Snowplows
If you’ve ever driven in winter, you’ve encountered a plow. Here’s some advice to help you stay safe on the roads when you have to share it with the snow removal team. [...]Read More... from Driving Safely Around Snowplows
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Bill Would Give $5000 To Each Child Born In North Dakota
There are a few conditions attached to the money. For the full recap check out the article on Say Anything Blog.com [...]Read More... from Bill Would Give $5000 To Each Child Born In North Dakota
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Bank of North Dakota Reports Record Income
It’s the eleventh year in a row for record setting income. In 2014, the Bank of ND netted income of slightly more than $111 million. [...]Read More... from Bank of North Dakota Reports Record Income
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Dickinson Awarded Almost $1 Million Outdoor Heritage Fund Grant
Dickinson will receive a nearly $1 million grant to improve and complete construction of a 17 mile fitness trail around Patterson Lake. The grant was awarded by the ND Industrial Commission as an Outdoor Heritage Fund grant. [...]Read More... from Dickinson Awarded[...]
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High Speed Internet: Most of ND Well Served by Local Telecom Cooperatives
Recent reports have highlighted the solid service being delivered by North Dakota’s local telephone cooperatives, but the map at right hints at the possibility that we aren’t doing quite as well locally. The Minot Voice will be looking deeper on this issue.[...]
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Video: Dalrymple State Of The State Speech Seemed Written For A Different North Dakota
Rob Port at Say Anything Blog uploaded Governor Dalrymple’s entire State of the State speech given yesterday at the opening of the 2015 Legislative session. Watch the video below, read Rob’s commentary here. [...]Read More... from Video: Dalrymple State Of[...]
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ND Association of Counties Oppose Making Property Taxes Available Online
It’s a bill that would make it easier to search who owns what, and what taxes are paid on each property. Ward County does not have this service available online but would be required to provide it if the bill passes. [...]Read[...]
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2015 Legislature to Take Up the Way We Fill Vacated Senate & House Seats
This story a couple days ago, and it’s no surprise the issue is getting politicized. Rob Port offers his thoughts, but the last sentence is most important, “… reform was inspired by the immediate politics of 2016, but even if that’s true[...]
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The Renaissance Zones are Working
The Fargo Forum takes a closer look at the Renaissance Zone incentives and the impact they have had on smaller communities. [...]Read More... from The Renaissance Zones are Working