What you’re about to read is an argument for change. It’s an argument for changing an entrenched mindset. It’s an argument for changing an entrenched business model. And it’s an argument for changing some seriously entrenched laws. Most importantly, it’s an argument about beer. But before I get to the actual arguing, I’d like to
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The seemingly never-ending UND nickname debate will continue with a vote on the remaining options. This article is your guide to the procedure, but do note that — to the consternation of many — the option to remain simply ‘North Dakota’ is not on the list.
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The Governor is expected to sign a new administrative rule that allows community experts to fill vacant teaching positions.
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The proposed one-year policy would allow schools to hire experts from within the community to teach classes in hard-to-fill positions. The Governor’s proposed clarifies the language of the initial proposal seemingly with the hope of garnering political support, particularly from teacher unions.
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The North Dakota Department of Transporation has launched an awareness initiative focused on the people and lives that have been changed in an instant on North Dakota roads. The message is simple and strong: slow down, put your phone away, buckle up, and don’t drink and drive. Visit the ND Code for The Road Website
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Minot’s Josh Duhamel was in Fargo recently shooting a series of commercials that will be used to sell North Dakota on the national stage. Check out this article from the Fargo Forum for video and pictures of the shoot.
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In order to sell water in North Dakota, the State Water Commission has to give you the OK, and the skyrocketing demand for water in the oil patch has brought this issue front and center.
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Yesterday was the first day on the job for the new leader of our University system. Mark Hagerott brings a North Dakota history and a military background to the table; his first goal is to get out and listen. Full story from the Grand Forks Herald.
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There are more than a 100 new laws taking effect today — all of them the result of the work done during the last legislative session. Get the rundown on some of the changes in this article from the Grand Forks Herald.
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The following article was written by Toby Madden reprinted from the Fedgazette, a publication of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. “Economy is looking good, business has picked up,” commented a small South Dakota accounting firm. This comment reflects the sentiments of architects, engineers, graphic designers, market researchers, management consultants and other professional services firms
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North Dakota’s argument: the rule is a federal overreach that will create burdensome regulation for farmers. Waters of the U.S. is an EPA and Corps of Engineers rule that expands the definition of waters protected by the clean water act.
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In the first quarter of 2014, North Dakota’s sales tax revenue grew by 2.26% over the same period in 2014. And Minot was one of the fastest growing communities with over 10.75% growth in the same period. The official news release from the North Dakota Tax Commissioner’s office follows below. — Official News Release, ND
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An archaeological excavation near the Missouri River s providing a wealth of information and artefacts, some of it dating back to the 1600’s. More details from KX News.
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Student retention, affordability, and collaboration with grade schools — these are the goals North Dakota Universities need to focus on. So say the members of the Board of Higher Education and university presidents at their annual retreat in Fargo.
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The Forum editorial board weighs in on North Dakota Farmers Union’s action to put anti-corporate farming law on the ballot. Their take, agriculture production has changed and the law ND Farmers Union wants passed will not be a savior for small towns.
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State Legislators loosened the regulatory grip on Sunday bloody mary brunch by changing state law to allow for earlier alcohol service on Sundays. And now it appears the City of Grand Forks will be taking advantage of that opportunity by changing their local laws.
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