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How strong is North Dakota’s EV infrastructure?
BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — In recent times, the movement towards electric cars has only increased — but this new development tends to receive a negative reception in states that focus on the oil and gas industries. As North Dakota is one of these, it only makes sense that we would be opposed to the idea […]
Discover The Surprising Least Stressed Cities In The Nation!
When it comes to stress, North Dakota and Montana aren’t exactly the first places that come to mind. And for good reason! We’ve got wide-open spaces, friendly neighbors, and a slower pace of life that seems to keep those stress levels in check. But even i...
A mammoth may be hiding below a North Dakota garage
Some mammoth bones have been gnawing at North Dakota State Geologist Ed Murphy for more than 35 years. Murphy on Tuesday described for the North Dakota Industrial Commission how he became aware of a find of mammoth bones in 1988. He updated the commission, which oversees the North Dakota Geological Survey, because his department, in […]
Labor Day Weekend Warning For North Dakota: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
As Labor Day weekend approaches, North Dakota residents are being urged to plan their celebrations with safety at the forefront. With the increased travel and festivities, the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) is stepping up its efforts to prevent alcohol-related accidents and ensure a safe holiday for all. Beginning on...
Counties with the highest unemployment in North Dakota
While today's unemployment rates are significantly lower than the COVID-19 pandemic peak of 14.7% experienced in April 2020, the fear of job losses remains as workers stare down an uncertain economic future. Experts are mixed in their views of a potential recession. The return of student loan payments, continually high...
These are the Best high schools for sports in North Dakota
7.6 million high school students played sports across the U.S. during the 2021-22 academic year, according to data from the National Federation of State High School Associations. Those athletes participated in a slew of sports: from football—the most popular sport for high school boys with 1 million players nationwide—to track and field, which is the most popular sport amongst high school girls in the U.S. with more than 488,000 athletes.
Friday Night Frenzy- Week 2
NORTH DAKOTA (KXNET) — Football season is in full swing and the KX Sports team will have all the scores and highlights from every team in Western North Dakota right here! Make sure to follow along for your one-stop destination for all things North Dakota High School Football! Class AAA Games/Scores: #5 Mandan 41 Williston […]
Recommendations from teacher task force up to North Dakota Legislature
(The Center Square) - The North Dakota Teacher Retention and Recruitment Task Force is recommending a teacher mentorship program and a study on a health insurance pool, but how and if they are funded will be up to the North Dakota Legislature. North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum created the 15-member task force through an executive order last September. An estimated 33% of teachers leave the profession within five years, according...
Affordability of North Dakota public universities compares favorably, but 2-year students pay more
The cost to attend North Dakota’s public four-year universities is less than similar schools in the region, but students at the state’s two-year colleges pay more than the regional average. That’s according to the most recent affordability report from the North Dakota University System. The state’s 11 public colleges and universities resumed classes on Monday, […]
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