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UND announces creation of five new Engineering Research Centers
New centers will act as engines of growth for UND, the College of Engineering & Mines and North Dakota. UND is pleased to announce the creation of five new Centers for Engineering, each dedicated to conducting research and problem solving in areas impacting the state and beyond. The new research-focused...
Ukrainians prep for Independence Day celebration at State Capitol this weekend
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - About two and a half years ago, Russia invaded Ukraine. With the ongoing war, Ukrainians said celebrating Ukraine’s Independence Day carried significant weight. Immigrants in Bismarck plan on gathering together at the State Capitol on the 24th to show their national pride. They also want...
Home care provider pays $73K in back wages for overtime exemption mistake
The Department of Labor disclosed Monday that it recovered more than $73,000 from a home care provider that incorrectly denied overtime pay for non-exempt employees. Lasting Love Homecare in Bismarck, ND, wrongly understood state laws surrounding overtime exemptions for domestic service workers, according to the DOL. The provider paid straight time wages for overtime hours worked by 76 employees, failing to recognize that it was ineligible to claim the exemption for these workers as a third-party employer. As a result, Lasting Love Homecare violated federal overtime regulations, and also incurred recordkeeping violations.
Chris Erwin receives Economic Development Finance Professional Certification
Chris Erwin, business advisor at the Fargo/Southeast office of the North Dakota Small Business Development Centers, has earned the Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) Certification through Grow America. The EDFP certification provides SBDC advisors with advanced knowledge in economic development finance, including expertise in financing strategies, project analysis and program...
North Dakota board to meet regarding Holmberg’s teaching license
(BISMARCK) – The board of the state’s licensing agency for educators will be meeting Friday to discuss the teaching license of a former North Dakota educator and legislator who has been convicted in engaging in commercial sex acts with a child in federal court. Dr. Rebecca Pitkin, Executive...
Brewtus Announces Last Day at Current Location
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Brewtus’ Brickhouse in West Fargo posted on its Facebook page earlier tonight that they will be shutting their doors . . . in anticipation of a move to a new location. The sports bar is presently located at 635 32nd Ave. E., anchoring...
Back to school safety resources for MSU students
MINOT, ND (KXNET) — In a few days, parents will be dropping off their kids for college in the Magic City — but for men and women in one department, their priority is making sure the campus is a safe place for students. Minot State University’s campus security team keeps an eye on the university […]
Small-town roots, global dreams
Hailing from Flaxton, N.D., pop. 61, Leader in Action Kayla Barral sees her UND education as her springboard to the world. Though she comes from the small town of Flaxton, N.D., pop. 61, Kayla Barral has global ambitions. The child of Swiss and Brazilian immigrants, Kayla plans to use her...
Books On Broadway To Host Olympic Gold Medalist Katie Ledecky Book Signing Aug. 31
Books on Broadway, Williston, is excited and proud to announce that Katie Ledecky, the most decorated female swimmer in the world, and nine-time Olympic Gold medalist, will be signing copies of her book, "Just Add Water, My Swimming Life" from 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 31 at the James Memorial Arts Center/Old library, 621 1st Ave. W., Williston. The candid and inspiring memoir promises a great read for young and old alike.
Gianfortes don’t see property tax rates rise like their neighbors
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has been panned by residents, fellow Republicans and his political opponent for his decision to agree to a state budget that walloped most Montana residents with substantial increases in property taxes, while cutting rates for business. That has led to notable acrimonious disagreements between the Republican-led administration and cross-section of conservative […]
JRMC fosters employee well-being with dedicated relaxation space
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is excited to announce the opening of its new Well-being Room, a dedicated space designed to enhance employee wellness and job satisfaction. This tranquil retreat, made possible by the generous support of the JRMC Foundation and the vision of the JRMC Well-being Committee, reflects the organization’s commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment. Completed on Aug. 5, 2024, the Well-being Room is a direct response to employee feedback gathered through comprehensive wellness surveys.
Off the Beaten Path Return Trip: Bobbiesox Drive-in
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Do you remember old-fashioned drive-ins? It was a thing of the past that came back for a while in Tioga, North Dakota. In this “Off the Beaten Path Return Trip,” Cliff Naylor shows us the glory days of the Bobbiesox Drive-in. Watch the full...
UND welcomes new faculty members to campus
‘You’re going to change lives at this university,’ says UND Provost Eric Link to participants at annual orientation. Last Friday, UND hosted its annual new faculty orientation, an event designed to familiarize its incoming instructors with both the University and the Greater Grand Forks community. Of the 75...
Three finalists selected for SMHS dean and vice president for health affairs
Three finalists for the position of UND vice president for health affairs and dean of the School of Medicine & Health Sciences have been invited to campus the weeks of Aug. 26 and Sept. 2 for interviews and open forums. UND’s next vice president/dean will build upon the School of...
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