If you’ve got kids, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve got LEGOs, and if you’ve got LEGOs, there’s pretty good chance you have a lot of them. Here’s your chance to learn how the truly obsessed manage the pieces that fuel their compulsion to build.
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Industrial hemp has long been stigmatized both socially and legally because of its close association with marijuana, but a bill in front of the 2015 legislature would help clear the path for agriculture producers interested in growing the product.
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When you’re forced to live with 6 months of winter, maybe you should learn to skate. And if you live in Edmonton, your morning commute could also be your exercise and daily skate — if this innovative idea comes to pass.
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The 44th annual KMOT Ag Show kicks off today at the State Fair Center here in Minot, and Todd Telin, the event manager, is sticking to the usual game plan. The show runs through Friday and is expected to attract 30,000-40,000 visitors.
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Elevators across the northern plains are adding capacity for fertilizer in order meet the time sensitive demands of the growing season.
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It’s simpler than you might imagine, and it can be done with a simple piece of modern yet intentionally antiquated technology. Meet Vexbox, the router that slows your connection to circa 1999 speeds. Your kids will be so bored waiting, they’ll quit the Internet.
Read & Share sourced from: Motherboard— Official News Release, NDSU Extension Services — ND Genesis seems adapted to all parts of North Dakota and adjacent areas of Minnesota, Montana and South Dakota. The North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station has released ND Genesis, a two-rowed barley line, according to Rich Horsley, North Dakota State University Department of Plant Sciences chair. “The
Read & ShareBurlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Company announced more details about the major capital projects it plans to complete in 2015 to maintain and grow its rail network. The full news release is linked here. Below you’ll find improvements scheduled for our area. BNSF plans to invest approximately $700 million in the North Region to expand
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Nice article from Patrick Miller and The Bakken Magazine on the what’s happening with North Dakota Port Services including operational changes and a vision for the future.
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The City of Garrison has support from The Chamber of Commerce and the Parks and Rec. Department for adding a walking and biking trail in the City’s Wilderness Park. Full story from BHG News.
Read & Share sourced from: BHG News— Official News Release — Grants of up to $1,000 for youth gardening projects are available through North Dakota State University. Any project related to youth and gardening is eligible. Funds may be used to purchase gardening supplies (tools, soil, seeds, plants or containers), books and other educational supplies. “Schools, 4-H clubs, church groups and
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The 2015 Legislature is taking up a bill that would revise the way the state arrives at the value of farmland as used for tax assessments. Get the details from Anna Burlson of the Grand Forks Herald.
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Over the last 15 years, the number of dairy farms in North Dakota has dropped from 350 to 91. It’s an issue that has Agriculture Commissioner Doug Gehring concerned and looking for ways to reverse the trend.
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The park on the Canadian side of one of North Dakota’s most picturesque areas is about to grow by approximately 2,000 acres. If you haven’t been to the Pembina River and surrounding area, here’s another reason to put it on your list.
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I’m not one of the people most familiar with day to day operations of the modern farm, but I love the way the industry continually embraces new technology. This is a great article about the advantage gained from having the right tools and know how.
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If you’re interested in hunting next fall and have not completed your hunter education course, now is the time to sign up. — Official News Release, ND Game & Fish — Individuals interested in taking a hunter education class in 2015 are reminded to register early as most classes are held the first few months
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