Bigger Than the Grand Canyon
Buried deep beneath the antarctic ice, scientists believe they’ve found what may be the longest, and deepest canyon on the planet. Watch the video to get the story.
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Small School Districts Still Struggling for Teachers
There is a well-publicized teacher shortage in North Dakota, and it affects the small, rural districts more acutely. Jennifer Johnson writing for the Dickinson press sheds light on the story and the solutions that are being used.
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Did “security theater” actually save a Jakarta mall from attack?
The war on terror and our desire for security will inevitably result in the sacrifice of some freedoms. But in Jakarta, it seems some of those sacrifices may have helped minimize the loss of life. Let’s hope these are conversations we aren’t forced to have in this country.
Read & Share sourced from: QuartzNorth Dakota lawmakers question proposed state takeover of county social services costs
Last year, lawmakers approved proposals that shift some funding for social services from the counties (property tax) to the state (state revenue). But the viability of that plan remains a question, as well as the counties commitment to using those dollars for property tax reductions.
Read & Share sourced from: InForumStudy: Watford City student numbers expected to top 3,000
In spite of the oil slow down, growth projections for Watford City schools remain strong. The district is in the process of making plans to accommodate more than 3,000 students within the next 10 years, an enrollment that’s more than double the current number.
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Williston commission votes to move strip clubs out of downtown
Williston City Commissioners voted unanimously to force two downtown Williston strip clubs to relocate to the outskirts of town in industrial-zoned areas. The laws allow the strip clubs 1 year to make the transition, and they can stay in their current location as bars.
Read & Share sourced from: Oil Patch DispatchND regulators directed to start explaining oil spill fine reductions in writing
From here forward, when the State Industrial Commission reduces fines levied for oil and saltwater spills they’ll have to provide a written explanation of terms and conditions imposed on the offending company.
Read & Share sourced from: Dickinson PressBank of North Dakota moves on financial center project
Another year of record earnings at the Bank of North Dakota triggered some legislatively endorsed spending including the construction of a new financial center. Nick Smith with the Bismarck Tribune has the story.
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Petition filed to disband Valley City police
The Valley City police has been through some controversy in the past few years, and its got some citizens feeling the policing can be accomplished by the Barnes County Sheriff’s department. A petition to disband the city’s police department has been filed and is under review.
Read & Share sourced from: Grand Forks HeraldGoogle’s self-driving cars are learning to deal with bad weather
They day when you don’t have to worry about driving your car — because it will drive itself — is closer than you realize. Google is testing their vehicles in harsh climates to make sure they can handle winter driving. Maybe we should be inviting Google to Minot?
Read & Share sourced from: The VergeBismarck city officials debate sales tax to fund road projects
A report by Bismarck city staff outlining the need for more than $200 million in road system upgrades over the next 10-years has City officials discussing the possibility of increasing Bismarck’s sales tax.
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West Fargo moves forward with new elementary school project
In November, West Fargo citizens approved a $98 million bond referendum for the school district. The first of two new elementary schools is being put out for bid. An aquatics center, renovations to the high school, and a two-sheet ice arena were also part of the bond referendum.
Read & Share sourced from: InForumHjemkomst crewmates tell of new voyage across Atlantic
In 1982, a few adventure seeking Minnesota men built a replica viking ship and sailed it from Duluth to Oslo, Norway. More recently, a few crewmembers of that original voyage recently repeated the trip in reverse on a more modern sailboat. The Fargo Forum has the story.
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U.S. Senator John Hoeven Delivers Weekly Republican Address
Senator Hoeven gave the weekly Republican radio address this morning. A full transcript of the address follows below. “As we enter 2016, we need to remember that we are truly blessed to live in the greatest country in the world. Thanks to our military, veterans, law enforcement, first responders and others who keep us safe
Read & ShareTheodore Roosevelt National Park makes N.Y. Times’ travel list
Theodore Roosevelt National Park rang in at number 5 on the New York Times list of 52 places to see in 2016. The park is just a three-hour drive from Minot into the scenic western part of the state and is worth a trip any time of year.
Read & Share sourced from: Dickinson PressFargo: Residents overwhelmingly willing to pay for no-sort recycling
A non-scientific survey administered over the last two months shows Fargo residents in favor of simplifying their recycling program so that residents don’t have to sort recyclables prior to putting them on the curb. And they’d be willing to pay for the service.
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