Minot Public Works and Safety committee has set a final deadline of June 1 for the few remaining flood families living in FEMA trailers to remove them from their property.
Read & Share sourced from: Minot Daily NewsThe State Board of Higher Education has offered the position of chancellor to Mark Hagerott. Read more about Mr. Hagerott’s history and vision for North Dakota’s University System below. It is anticipated he will accept the position and begin work July 1. The following is reprinted from a letter addressed to the Board of Higher
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You want a quick overview of everything that happened in the 2015 legislative session? Check out the news release from Governor Dalrymple’s office below. — Official News Release, Governor Dalrymple — Gov. Jack Dalrymple today said North Dakota’s 64th Legislative Assembly was highlighted by the passage of additional tax relief and property tax reform as
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— Official News Release, Governor Dalrymple — Gov. Jack Dalrymple today extended a statewide fire emergency through May 8 to protect against fire outbreaks. Dalrymple said the state’s county commissioners should assess their counties’ fire threat and be prepared to authorize a county burn ban, if necessary, once the statewide fire emergency expires May 8.
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Health insurance providers are starting to cover video visits, and with diagnostic apps being built for our cell phones and tablets, you better believe this will be a growing industry. Get a peak at where we’re at in this article from Wired.
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The Liquor and Gambling got their second kick at the superclub law on Thursday. Their recommendation: super clubs should stop selling drinks two hours after their kitchen closes. The full council will have a crack at final say on the law Monday.
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A newborn bison calf, the otters are back, and the red pandas look to be making an opening day appearance. Get the full story from KX News.
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With more than 400,000 visits in the first year, the Williston Area Recreation Center has proven a remarkable success. That success was recognized last weekend at Governor Dalrymple’s Tourism Awards. Photo Courtesy of JLG Architects.
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Our Scandinavian ancestors are adding another element to their energy infrastructure — beauty. Check out the pictures and get more details on the power plant in this article from Quartz. Photo Credit: Bjorn Leirvik
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A new 3D printed splint that costs about $10 to produce is making news for saving lives. When surgically implanted, the splint helps keep the patient’s airway open, and after a period of 2-3 years it dissolves naturally.
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The EPA’s proposed Waters of the U.S. rule would give the federal agency more reach and jurisdiction on private land. The North Dakota congressional delegation is united in their opposition to the rule. Get latest on the story from the Grand Forks Herald.
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When it comes to treating drug addicted patients in emergency rooms, a compassionate treatment plan – one that provides drugs that ease withdrawal symptoms during the ER visit combined with counseling at the same time was more successful at getting patients into long-term treatment programs.
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— Official News Release, Senator Hoeven — During a recent Senate hearing, Senator John Hoeven urged Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Craig Fugate to help control the cost of flood insurance by working closely with local communities to ensure the agency’s flood plain mapping process considers ongoing efforts to build permanent flood protection. Hoeven
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This first time event being held at the North Dakota State Fair Center from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. will feature 10 Brewers as well as some additional home brewers from around the state.
Read & ShareVernon Wright, the Georgia truck driver charged with negligent homicide in connection with a 2013 traffic accident in Stanley that resulted in three fatalities has been found not guilty.
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It’s a great time of year to make a trip to the International Peace Garden — the flowers are starting to bloom. And in particular, the cacti are in bloom and the Peace Garden has more than 6,000 varieties.
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