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An emblem of North Dakota pride, Medora Musical turns 60 with surprise visitors

An emblem of North Dakota pride, Medora Musical turns 60 with surprise visitors

MEDORA, N.D. — Stars, stripes, horses, beige buttes and odes to Theodore Roosevelt — there are few greater examples of North Dakota identity than the Medora Musical. That was the vision of the show’s founders, the late Harold and Sheila Schafer,...

TSA Bans This Costco Item At Major North Dakota Airports

TSA Bans This Costco Item At Major North Dakota Airports

Flying is sure a lot different these days. TSA, known as the Transportation Security Administration, was enacted after the 911 terrorist attacks here in America back on September 11, 2001. Delta Reports Large Loss Over 1st Quarter, But Highlights...

Today in History: North Dakota governor takes the stand in federal corruption trial

Today in History: North Dakota governor takes the stand in federal corruption trial

On this date in 1934, North Dakota Governor Langer testified that he shifted newspaper funds to his personal account to prevent garnishment threats and denied any conspiracy or improper dealings, asserting all actions supported his...

Volt Lithium to Commission Mobile Direct Lithium Extraction Unit in North Dakota’s Bakken Region

This news release includes certain “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. When used in this news release, the words “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “expect”,...

States’ moves to curb cellphone use in schools highlighted in U.S. House hearing North Dakota among 8 states to pass bans so far this year

States’ moves to curb cellphone use in schools highlighted in U.S. House hearing North Dakota among 8 states to pass bans so far this year

Rich Nye, senior adviser for education policy to Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, testifies at a hearing of the U.S. House Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education on June 10, 2025. (Screenshot from committee webcast) WASHINGTON,...

Bismarck's Kennedy DelRap wins Miss North Dakota title

Bismarck's Kennedy DelRap wins Miss North Dakota title

WILLISTON, N.D. — Kennedy DeLap of Bismarck was crowned Miss North Dakota at the Miss North Dakota and Miss North Dakota’s Teen Scholarship Competition June 7 in Williston. Rita Johnson, Williston, was crowned Miss Teen North Dakota at the event....

HHS invites North Dakotans to DOJ settlement update meeting on June 12

HHS invites North Dakotans to DOJ settlement update meeting on June 12

Pamela Sagness Executive Director, Behavioral Health | North Dakota Department of Health and Human ServicesPamela Sagness Executive Director, Behavioral Health | North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services North Dakota Health and Human...

Dr. Owen McKenna - North Dakota's Wetlands Research and Landscape

Dr. Owen McKenna - North Dakota's Wetlands Research and Landscape

Today's Segments Wetlands Research Dr. Owen McKenna from the U.S. Geological Survey discusses the impact of climate and land-use changes on prairie-pothole wetlands. He highlights remote sensing scientific tools and emphasizes the crucial role...

When To Watch The Strawberry Moon In North Dakota

When To Watch The Strawberry Moon In North Dakota

North Dakotans—and anyone with a clear view of the southeastern sky—are in for a celestial treat this June. The annual “Strawberry Moon” is on its way, and this year’s show promises to be more than just a pretty face in the sky. It’s set to be the...

North Dakota Retailers Brace For Price Increases Due To Tariffs

North Dakota Retailers Brace For Price Increases Due To Tariffs

The word "Tariff" is something we've heard more in the past few months than we probably have in the past few years. Higher import tariffs are causing retailers to raise prices in their stores, and North Dakotans could soon feel the squeeze....

Port: Whatever happens in Congress, North Dakota should do its own 'Trump accounts'

Port: Whatever happens in Congress, North Dakota should do its own 'Trump accounts'

MINOT — Our state's official Latin motto is, "Serit ut alteri saeclo prosit." In English, that's "One sows for the benefit of another age." North Dakota has before it an opportunity to live up to that fine idea. The so-called "Trump accounts"...

North Dakota couple charged with child neglect after leaving their 10-year-old at home in charge of three younger siblings

North Dakota couple charged with child neglect after leaving their 10-year-old at home in charge of three younger siblings

ANTLER, N.D. (Valley News Live) - An Antler, North Dakota couple is facing child neglect charges after reportedly leaving their 10-year-old son at home to watch their 4-year-old, 1-year-old, and infant sibling. Court documents say the Bottineau...

Low-carbon jet fuel company foresees huge investment in western North Dakota

Low-carbon jet fuel company foresees huge investment in western North Dakota

WEST FARGO, N.D. — The demand for jet fuel is going up. The demand for gasoline is going down. That’s the simple explanation from Chris Ryan, the president and chief operating officer of Gevo, on why the company plans to add a sustainable aviation...

23 year-old man from Minot dies in motorcycle crash

23 year-old man from Minot dies in motorcycle crash

MINOT, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The North Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating the death of a 23-year-old man after he crashed his motorcycle. According to NDHP, on Saturday, June 14, at 11:25 a.m., the motorcyclist was going at a high rate of...

A Celestial Show: The Strawberry Moon Lights Up North Dakota

A Celestial Show: The Strawberry Moon Lights Up North Dakota

Get ready for a little more awe and amazement. That big, bright, round ball in the sky is about to put on a show. Tonight and over the next couple evenings (Tuesday June 10th -12th) a really cool and rare lunar event will be happening. According...

Near-record rainfall alleviates drought conditions in North Dakota

Near-record rainfall alleviates drought conditions in North Dakota

Nearly two-thirds of North Dakota is free of drought and abnormal dryness, according to U.S. Drought Monitor data released June 5. There were even signs of improvement in the far western part of the state, where drought conditions have been most...

Drug Maker Sues Over North Dakota Pharmaceutical Law

Drug Maker Sues Over North Dakota Pharmaceutical Law

(Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images via the North Dakota Monitor) (BY: MARY STEURER. North Dakota Monitor) – North Dakota is being sued over a new law that requires drug manufacturers to sell more of their medications at a discount. House Bill 1473,...

North Dakota town makes HGTV list of most charming downtowns

North Dakota town makes HGTV list of most charming downtowns

Medora, a tiny community in North Dakota surrounded by the rugged landscape of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, has been named to HGTV's list of the most charming small town downtowns. The city – with a population of 121, according to Census...

Discover the Hidden Gem of Western North Dakota At Fort Union’s Rendezvous

Discover the Hidden Gem of Western North Dakota At Fort Union’s Rendezvous

One of our best kept secrets is just half an hour from Williston, Fort Union National Historic Site stands as one of western North Dakota's best attractions. This grand frontier trading post, situated on the Missouri River, is a treasure trove of...

North Dakota Ethics Commission Has No Authority to Punish Officials Violating Ethics Laws, State Leaders Argue

North Dakota Ethics Commission Has No Authority to Punish Officials Violating Ethics Laws, State Leaders Argue

This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with the North Dakota Monitor. Sign up for Dispatches to get our stories in your inbox every week. Ever since North Dakota voters created an ethics watchdog agency...

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