Editor’s Note: Former Governor Burgum is currently nominated for this role; Beyond the fact that he is highly qualified for the role, he is also among the least controversial of all President Trump’s cabinet level nominees. His confirmation is likely, and that makes this...
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A group of demonstrators were exercising their right to free speech yesterday with the hopes of changing the behavior of the tribal government. Among their concerns are new accounting practices, a reduction in the size of government, and fewer restrictions on voting. [...]
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The landscape of Western North Dakota is changing with the growth of the oil industry, and for one Minnesota painter that transformation is an opportunity to paint. Get the story on the work of artist Joe Burns from the Wahpeton Daily News. [...]
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Former North Dakota U.S. Attorney Tim Purdon spoke back on April on the issue of human trafficking and the challenges it creates for law enforcement. It’s a uniquely informed perspective on a problem that we shouldn’t be ignoring. The presentation took place in April, and the video was published by the North Dakota State Historical [...]
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Like it or not, derelict oil wells are going to be a part of our future burden, so this opinion by the Attorney General is an important one. His finding clarifies some cases for when the state can step in and act on behalf of a surface owner. [...]
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In Minot, we’ve seen the rental market start to normalize with new construction catching up to demand. But in Williston, those seeking housing are still waiting where apartments in a new development range from $1,900 to $3,200 per month. [...]
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Information uncovered through an Attorney General opinion reveals just how good a job not working for the NDSU foundation really is. In the end, a now former employee was fired for cause and paid a 4-month $104,000 severance package. [...]
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The NDSU Development Foundation is having trouble staying on the right side of the law when it comes to making their business open and available to the public. [...]
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A significant renovation is getting underway in NDSU’s library and will be ongoing for the next five months. The renovation will include compliance changes for the Americans with Disabilities Act and improve library operations. The last renovation was in 1980. [...]
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Property taxes were the issue of the day at Tuesday’s regular meeting of the Ward County Commission. Get the story from KMOT News. [...]
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The East Grand Forks City Council muddied a liquor license renewal with a long-standing unpaid economic development loan. Ultimately the liquor license was approved, but with conditions that loan issue, which is tied to a separate business with similar ownership, be resolved within a year. [...]
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Nature moves pretty fast, if you don’t slow down and look at the genetic make-up once in a while, you might miss it. At least that’s what scientists are discovering as new species are evolving to survive in changing habitats. [...]
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The season of severe weather is upon us, and one of the most underestimated threats is lightning. John Wheeler writing for WDAZ delivers an informative article on the science and dangers of thunderstorms. [...]
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With the boom of people and money, we’ve also added crime. But law enforcement officials are aware of the problem and are organizing forces and tactics to better address one of the bigger problems — organized crime. [...]
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In 2009, Greenpeace won a significant battle for animal rights activists by successfully advocating for a ban on seal products in Europe. The result, the market for seal markets crashed along with the incomes and livelihood of indigenous Inuit families living in Greenland and Northern Canada. [...]
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In Alberta, private insurers have figured out how to provide flood insurance using technology that allows them to assess the risk for each individual property. Get the breakdown on coverage amounts and costs in this article from the Calgary Herald. [...]
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Grand Forks Alderman are getting out of Grand Forks to get some inspiration for ideas to make Grand Forks better. Commentary: In Minot, our aldermen make laws restricting businesses that are already contributing to a vibrant community. [...]
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