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Why People Are Putting This Classic Toy on Their Bird Feeders
Some people are going back to their childhoods for a creative solution for a common problem that plagues bird feeders. Gardeners and lawn care aficionados are finding each other like never before thanks to helpful (and sometimes quirky social media groups. The Punk Rock Gardening and Bird Watching Facebook group, for example, boasts a membership of nearly 200,000 people.
Western North Dakota Braces For ‘Twisters’-Like Weather Event
Western North Dakota could resemble the upcoming movie Twisters on Thursday. According to the Storm Prediction Center from the National Weather Service, western North Dakota is in a Level 2 threat for severe weather. Here's that map. This includes part of our listening area to the west of the Capital...
12 Businesses & Amenities We Desperately Need In Lincoln, ND
What businesses or amenities do we need in Lincoln, North Dakota to really make it a city?. First off, I'm not officially a resident of Lincoln, North Dakota. I live a few miles south of the city and drive by it every day to work. I get gas in Lincoln (Cenex) and shop at the little grocery store (John's Super Foods).
“Let Me At IT!!!!!!” Here Is How To Get This Cool Bismarck Jersey
NOW that I got your attention - first of all, who wouldn't want to wear one of these beautiful jerseys?. Have you been to a Bismarck Larks game this year? There is nothing better than sitting out in the sun, having a cold one, and just feeling a hometown love for such a positive organization. Check out how you can proudly wear this cool-looking jersey:
Disaster At The Bismarck Municipal Airport? Hardly
The day was hot, around 90 degrees - out in the field next to a side runway we could almost feel the heat... ...that was about 100 yards away from us. The flames were brilliant orange, and the plane next to it was about to be overcome. Dramatic as this all sounds, this afternoon was part of an exercise intended to allow area hospitals, fire, police, and emergency preparedness officials, in conjunction with Airport personnel, to practice their emergency roles in response to a simulated aircraft emergency. Every 3 years this is done.
Who Else Remembers Video Disks? They Actually Existed!
I know what you're thinking: "Of course, I remember laser disks. I still have some in my basement!" But that's not what I am referring to. I'm talking about video disks. A friend and I were discussing my recent article, "Can You Identify These '70s Objects?" and the topic of home video came up. I then mentioned how much fun we had watching video disks in the early '80s. He replied, "Like video laser disks? The ones that look like giant CDs." I said, "No, the ones that looked like 78 RPM records."
Wait, Can You Actually Encounter Quicksand In North Dakota?
I’m sure you’ve seen the memes that came out a while ago about how we worried about getting stuck in quicksand as a kid, only to find out that the likelihood of that happening is very low. What Is Quicksand?. According to science.housestuffworks.com quicksand forms when upward flowing...
15 Beautiful Photos of The World’s Ugliest Dogs
There is a new world champion for being the ugliest dog in the entire world. A Pekingese named Wild Thang took home the title of World's Ugliest Dog on July 21 during an annual contest that's been held for almost 50 years. Don't even think about being mean to any...
Why This Once-Thriving Wing Chain Just Shuttered Several Locations
Some cities suddenly found themselves with one less place to get chicken wings over the weekend. Multiple Hooters locations have been closed across the U.S. Customers at several Hooters locations found their local restaurant closed down over the weekend. The company has not revealed an entire list of locations that were part of the most recent closings.
The Ugliest State Capitols: Did North Dakota Make The List?
How do you feel about the North Dakota State Capitol when it comes to eye candy?. I guess I've never heard people complain about it. It's never really seemed like an eyesore to me before, but maybe I'm wrong. Not one, but two sources take issue with the architecture of...
North Dakota: No Need To Refrigerate These 9 Foods
I have to admit, I've been doing a lot of these wrong. What foods do you refrigerate and which ones shouldn't? I had a chance to speak to a friend of mine who's a manager at a local grocery store in Bismarck, and he gave me a good idea of which ones you shouldn't and why.
Protect Yourself From Cyberscams In North Dakota
Cyberscams are nothing new, and it seems that we hear about a new one every week in North Dakota. According to the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, there are some things you need to know and some steps to take to make sure your cybersecurity is up-to-date. The amount in...
Relaxing Fishing Trip Turns into Daring Rescue of Nearly 40 Dogs in Lake
This probably wasn't the big catch they expected to have on this trip. A fishing group that floated out onto a lake in Mississippi recently ended up nabbing boatloads of dogs instead of catfish. Fishing Trip For The Dogs. Bob Grist of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Brad Carlisle of Covington, Tennessee...
Check Out This Amazing BisMan Sky Show Beginning Tonight
Here's an idea - tonight get ready to walk outside with a glass of Yahoo strawberry milk... ...and gaze up into our skies over Bismarck and Mandan. Tonight begins what is called "Strawberry Moon" - So what exactly is that? According to axios.com "The day after the summer solstice and the longest day of the year look up to the sky for the June full moon, which is also the "strawberry moon." Why it matters: It's rare for a full Moon to happen within a day of a solstice and this usually occurs about every 19 to 20 years, according to Space.com.
Bride Caught Telling Guest to Put Their Phones Away While Walking Down Aisle
Not everyone apparently thinks weddings are all about the bride. A video of a bride has gone viral after she was seen telling her guests to put their phones away while walking down the aisle. But was this really necessary?. Bride's Instructions To Guests. A short video clip from a...
Exploring North Dakota’s 15 Most Isolated Towns
Which towns in North Dakota are out in the boonies?. I recently asked my listeners and my readers online and on our social media pages, "Which North Dakota town is the most out in the middle of nowhere?" You know, the town in North Dakota where you are the most...
These Are The 8 Old As Dirt Towns In North Dakota
North Dakota has officially been a state since November 2nd, 1889. I learned this back in grade school and I have somehow hung on to it all these years. We actually joined the union at the same time as South Dakota but our forefathers decided to file the states in alphabetical order, so we're officially ahead of our neighbors to the south.
This Lot In Mandan Has Been Lonely Way Too Long
Seems like yesterday I drove up to Hardee's here in Mandan and saw the bad news. I was in the mood for one of their classic burgers - swiss cheese and mushrooms, and the sauce that went on it - unfortunately my stomach was shattered when I saw the note they had posted on their front door -
It’s Officially Summer In North Dakota, Don’t Make THESE Mistakes!
It is officially summer in North Dakota! Let's all throw out a hip hip hooray!. Yes, FINALLY we get to go back out on the lakes and river. We get to enjoy the sunshine and have backyard barbeques with our friends and family-- It's a good time here. Speaking of...
Once Beloved Mall Brand About to Make Triumphant Return After 15 Years
It's the 1990s all over again. At least that's what one brand is banking on as it teases a return several years after closing its doors. At one time, seemingly every mall in America was occupied by the same stores selling clothing to tweens and teens. Shoppers came to expect these stores in just about every shopping mall:
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