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NewsLegislature: Spending Bills Will Wait for Revenue Forecasts

We’re a couple weeks away from the latest revenue forecasts that account for the changes in the recently volatile oil markets. Those forecasts will play a big role in the final budget for the 2015-2017 biennium. [...]

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NewsNew UND Nickname Committee Announced

The UND nickname committee has been announced. Get the details on the people who will have the most influence in the naming process from the Grand Forks Herald. The expected time frame for choosing a new nickname is 18-24 months. [...]

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NewsLatest: Pentagon’s $55 Billion Mystery Bomber

An addition to nations bomber fleet is in the works, and though the secret airplane is not projected to enter service until well into the next decade, this is a Minot story. [...]

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NewsPipeline Company Didn’t Use Remote Sensors Before Blacktail Creek Spill

From the article, “The investigation into the spill is still ongoing, but Helms estimates the pipeline was leaking for more than 12 days before the rupture was discovered Jan. 6.” [...]

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NewsLab chemists play large role in Dakota Prairie Refining

The science behind the refining process is the key to success at one of North Dakota’s newest refineries, and it’s the job of scientists to help the facility meet the high industry standards. Get the details in this informative piece from the Dickinson Press. [...]

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NewsRoutine Traffic Stop Yields 136 Pounds of Pot

— Official News Release, ND Highway Patrol — BISMARCK, N.D. – On Sunday at approximately 1:00 p.m., a North Dakota Highway Patrol trooper stopped a Hyandai Elantra, bearing Idaho license plates, east of Steele on I-94 for a traffic violation. While speaking to the occupants, the trooper became suspicious of criminal activity. A search was [...]

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NewsLeadership Says: The Proposed Weapons Ordinance

In case you missed it in 0ther media outlets, Minot’s City Council voted on a proposed ordinance that would have made using BB guns and bow and arrow illegal within the City of Minot. There was much discussion on the topic at Monday’s regular meeting, but in the end the City Council voted down the [...]

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Quote: Sweet Home Chicago

It is hopeless for the occasional visitor to try to keep up with Chicago — she outgrows his prophecies faster than he can make them. She is always a novelty; for she is never the Chicago you saw when you... Learn More  

Quote: Hockey Players Are a Bit Funny

Everybody skated and played hockey. When I was five, Dad gave me a heavy box for Christmas. When I opened it, there was only a piece of wood. I was so mad! Then he gave me another box, and the... Learn More  

NewsMissouri River an Underutilized Resource

Water is a valuable resource, and state and county water officials want to create a long-term water usage plan that protects the resources and our state’s water interests. [...]

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NewsGrand Forks could be first in North Dakota to regulate drink specials

Grand Forks is considering alcohol reform that would eliminate extreme drink specials.  Specifically, unlimited drinks for a fixed price or no cost, three-for-one drink specials and games or contests that focus on alcohol consumption, would be banned. [...]

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NewsSouris River Water Quality Improves

Consistent water flow the past several years and a big flush in 2011 have improved the quality of water in the Souris River. [...]

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NewsWATCH: This 3D-printed Arm Costs Just $300

See a  kid using a 3D-printed arm in action. Then get excited about the fact that this arm costs about 1% of what current comparable products cost. [...]

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Quote: If You Can See the Nonsense, You Can Fix the World

Nonsense wakes up the brain cells. And it helps develop a sense of humor, which is awfully important in this day and age. Humor has a tremendous place in this sordid world. It's more than just a matter of laughing.... Learn More  

Quote: On Good Advice

You fell victim to one of the classic blunders - The most famous of which is "never get involved in a land war in Asia" - but only slightly less well-known is this: "Never go in against a Sicilian when... Learn More