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Storm impact on North Dakota agriculture ‘tremendous,’ ag commissioner says
North Dakota Monitor
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June 23, 2025
A severe weekend storm that claimed three lives also caused devastating damage to North Dakota’s agriculture industry. Total damage is still being assessed from the widespread storm, which included a tornado near Enderlin that killed residents...
The US’ happiest shift workers sell weed and e-cigs — see where your industry ranks
New York Post
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July 7, 2025
They’re high on life. America’s most cheerful hourly employees aren’t sitting behind a computer, it seems — they’re at the counter selling vapes, weed and smokes, according to a new report from workplace management platform Deputy. Over 1.51...
Port: North Dakota's delegation needs to be loyal to the Constitution first, Trump second
InForum - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
MINOT — After President Donald Trump announced that American bombers had struck Iranian nuclear facilities, North Dakota's congressional delegation was immediately supportive and used the same talking points to support that decision. “Iran must...
Riverdale fisherman lands new North Dakota state record whitefish
Grand Forks Herald - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
BISMARCK – For the first time in more than 40 years, North Dakota has a new state-record whitefish. Lonnie Liebel of Riverdale, North Dakota, landed the 9-pound, 2-ounce whitefish Monday, June 2, while fishing the Garrison Dam Tailrace on the...
Residents of Morton County received $9,956 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 42nd in North Dakota
Central ND News - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
In 2022, Morton County ranked 12th lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in North Dakota, with residents receiving $9,956 per capita from programs such as Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and income maintenance, according to...
VA Purchase Loans in North Dakota average $299,422 for Q4 2024
Peace Garden News - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
The average VA Purchase Loan amount for North Dakota in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $299,422, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.The VA assists service members, veterans and eligible surviving spouses to achieve...
File storm, tornado damage claims as soon as possible, North Dakota insurance commissioner says
InForum - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
FARGO — North Dakotans hit by violent storms this weekend should check their property for damage and file insurance claims as soon as possible, state Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread said in a statement. Two supercells produced devastating...
Border wall work resumes in Arizona with North Dakota-based company at the helm
InForum - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
DICKINSON — Dickinson-based construction company, Fisher Sand & Gravel Co., has been awarded a $309 million federal contract to construct 27 miles of border wall in southern Arizona, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection statement...
Global study of more than 100,000 young people latest to link early smartphone ownership with poorer mental health in young adults
EurekAlert!
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Owning a smartphone before age 13 is associated with poorer mind health and wellbeing in early adulthood, according to a global study of more than 100,000 young people. Published today in the peer-reviewed Journal of Human Development and...
Supporters of charter schools coming to North Dakota say it's 'all about choice'
The Jamestown Sun - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
FARGO — For Amber Vogel, the establishment of charter schools in North Dakota can’t happen soon enough. Her daughter, Abby, loves the alternative learning style of Fargo Public Schools’ Self-Directed Academy, which she’ll leave behind when moving...
Nebraska’s Pillen Among 17 Republican Governors To Oppose Congressional AI Moratorium
Omaha Daily Record - Nebraska
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July 7, 2025
LINCOLN — As the federal “one big beautiful bill” continues to move through Congress, one provision related to AI that Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen and 16 other Republican governors opposed has been removed, at least for now. The ever-changing federal...
Tornado kills 3 people in eastern North Dakota; governor declares statewide disaster
The Bismarck Tribune - North Dakota
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BLAKE NICHOLSON, QUINN BERG and TANNER ECKER Bismarck Tribune Severe thunderstorms that roared across North Dakota late Friday and early Saturday spawned tornadoes that killed three people and damaged homes and other property. The weather cut...
Volunteers needed with storm cleanup in Hunter, North Dakota
KVRR - North Dakota
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June 22, 2025
HUNTER, N.D. (KVRR) — Hunter, North Dakota is in need of volunteers. They are asked to reach out before arriving. Anyone interested in assisting with the cleanup efforts is asked to contact Volunteer Coordinators Brad Bateman at 701-430-3596 or...
Power outage update in North Dakota and Minnesota
KVRR - North Dakota
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June 23, 2025
Minnkota Power (Facebook)FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Thousands of people remain without power but numerous crews are cutting into those numbers. Otter Tail Power Company says around 2,500 customers are still without power in the northwest part of...
Tornado Ravages North Dakota Town; Three Dead as Midwest Storms, Heat Wave, Alaska Fires Grip Nation
[your]NEWS
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June 22, 2025
Severe weather across multiple states leaves devastation in North Dakota, power outages in Minnesota, wildfires in Alaska, and millions sweltering under extreme heat By yourNEWS Media Newsroom A destructive tornado tore through the small town of...
Devastating Tornado Claims Three Lives in North Dakota
MENAFN
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June 22, 2025
(MENAFN) In response to a devastating tornado that struck North Dakota’s Upper Midwest region, Governor Kelly Armstrong announced a statewide disaster declaration on Saturday. The violent storm claimed the lives of three individuals. Cass County...
Saving Seeds: North Dakota Tribe Preserves Traditional Farming Practices
KHBS - Arkansas
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June 22, 2025
Saving Seeds: North Dakota Tribe Preserves Traditional Farming Practices Special correspondent Joie Chen learns how leaders are teaching a new generation to live off the land. LONG FACED HEALTH DISPARITIES. THE LIFE EXPECTANCY OF AMERICAN INDIANS...
World : North Dakota Declares Statewide Disaster After 3 Killed In Tornado
Bernama
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June 22, 2025
LOS ANGELES, June 22 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong declared a statewide disaster on Saturday after three people were killed in a violent tornado that tore through the Upper Midwest US state, reported Xinhua. Cass County...
James River Senior Citizens menu, activities for the week of July 21, 2025
The Jamestown Sun - North Dakota
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July 19, 2025
The James River Senior Center serves a hot, nutritious meal at three locations in Jamestown: Center I, Gardenette, James House and Streeter Senior Center in Streeter. Center I serves meals five days per week with serving time at noon Monday...
Industry Briefs 6-30-2025
Salt Lake Business Journal - Utah
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Company news information may be sent to brice.w@thecityjournals.com. CONTESTS • 47G, Utah’s aerospace and defense association, is accepting nominations for three awards to be presented at the Aug. 26 event titled “The Foundry Challenge,” presented...