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ND retirement homes face capacity concerns
BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — In general, senior homes, retirement communities and other forms of care centers are excellent ways for older people to receive the help they need — but over time, these buildings tend to fill up as more and more Americans enter the “golden years” of their lives. This may cause those concerned […]
Is North Dakota Leading the Class in Education This Year?
As summer draws to a close, the air in the Mon-Dak region is buzzing with the anticipation of a new school year. Soon, students, parents, and teachers will be diving back into the familiar routines of early mornings and bustling classrooms. I can still remember the nervous excitement that accompanied...
Great Plains Multi-Day Severe Threat
Thanks to a stubborn, slow-moving low-pressure system, a large portion of the Great Plains will deal with a storm threat over the next few days. Saturday's risk reaches from the Canadian border through Minnesota and North Dakota, and down into the Front Range of Colorado. There's a slight risk (level 2 out of 5) in parts of North Dakota and Minnesota. All forms of severe weather will be possible, but the slight risk is where there's a tornado threat.
Flash Flood Warnings in North Dakota Valid Until 7 AM Following Overnight Downpours
Grand Forks, ND – Heavy overnight rainfall has caused localized flooding across North Dakota, with areas near Grygla reporting over 5 inches of rain this morning. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks, flash flood warnings are in effect until 7:00 AM for the regions impacted by the intense downpours. The NWS has emphasized the severity of the situation, urging residents to avoid flooded roads and to follow the “turn around, don’t drown” directive to ensure safety.
ND Governor’s Cup wraps first event and gives $125,000 to support workforce needs
FARGO, N.D. (KFYR) - A two-day, charitable, networking event, which was sponsored by Governor Doug Burgum, has had a ripple effect. Civic and business leaders gathered in Fargo for what’s called the Governor’s Cup. Leaders discussed issues and raised funds for state workforce needs, including the need for...
FFA beef show students share next steps in agriculture journey
MINOT, N.D. (KXNET) — Future Farmers of America (FFA) provides students different opportunities in the agriculture industry other than farming and ranching such as food science, landscape management, horticulture and more. FFA students competed in the FFA Beef Show at the North Dakota State Fair today. Some of these students plan keeping the family tradition […]
Offering a community for those living a sober life in North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. (KXNET) — Summertime in North Dakota can be tricky for those who want to live a sober life because temptation is around every corner. Concerts, to boats, and camping, are all activities where it’s common to crack open a cold one. “Am I ever going to have fun again, even though at the […]
Greenpeace attorneys seek dismissal of lawsuit over Dakota Access Pipeline protest
Attorneys for Greenpeace have asked a North Dakota judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the developer of the Dakota Access Pipeline over the environmental activist group’s organized opposition to the pipeline. Thousands of protesters came to south-central North Dakota in 2016 and 2017 to protest construction of the pipeline in solidarity with the Standing […]
ND seeks better housing for older population
A new design competition is looking to find better housing for Fargo's aging population. Like many other states, North Dakota has a growing number of people increasingly burdened by their own homes. Oftentimes, they want to stay in their communities but their properties might be too large, too expensive to maintain or too unsafe to occupy.
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