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Heavy Rain, Flash Flooding Continuing Into Thursday
Torrential rain and flash flooding is affecting most of North Dakota on Wednesday. The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Advisory in the afternoon, with up to 2 inches of rain per hour coming down in the East-Central part of the state. The streets of downtown Jamestown turned into makeshift rivers, carrying over a foot of water in some spots down the normally dry roads. The Carrington area and northwestern Stutsman county area were the most affected locally. Heavy rain and storms will continue all of Thursday, with winds picking up to sustained speeds of 20 miles per hour. The opening day of school may be affected in some areas Thursday. Check with your local district for the latest delay or closure information. You are advised to stay indoors and off the roads if at all possible during this time.
North Dakota Braces for Heavy Rain Today, Weekend Forecast Predicts Cooler Temps
Grand Forks, ND – Widespread rain is sweeping through North Dakota today, affecting areas from Fargo to Pembina and into northwest Minnesota. As of early Thursday, over two inches of rain have already fallen in some regions, including Grand Forks and East Grand Forks. According to the National Weather...
Commission taps candidate with industry background for North Dakota’s next top oil regulator
The North Dakota Industrial Commission voted unanimously Wednesday to select a candidate who made his career in the oil and gas industry to be the state’s top oil regulator. Nathan Anderson is slated to take over as Department of Mineral Resources director on Sept. 16, an announcement from the Industrial Commission indicated. “We can bring […]
Marijuana legalization is the fifth North Dakota ballot question
(The Center Square) - North Dakota voters now have five ballot questions to decide in the Nov. 5 election. Secretary of State Michael Howe said supporters of a measure to legalize marijuana gathered enough signatures to get the issue on the ballot. The state requires 15,582, which is 2% of the last Census count. New Economic Frontier submitted 22,384, and only 3,420 were invalid, according to a news release from...
VCSU Volleyball begins season Friday in Florida
The Valley City State volleyball team kicks off the 2024-25 athletics season this weekend at the Keiser Viper Sports Academy Classic in West Palm Beach, Fla. The No. 22 Vikings will face stiff competition to begin the season, facing three teams who are at least receiving votes in the NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Poll. Games begin Friday as VCSU faces (RV) Indiana Tech on Friday at 9 a.m. CT and Taylor University at 3 p.m. CT.
60 years into war on poverty: North Dakota agencies prioritize adaptability
(Prairie News Service) For six decades, the U.S. has been carrying out a coordinated effort to keep poverty levels in check. Support offices in North Dakota say while needs may change, their multi-faceted approach to improving outcomes remains intact. Policy analysts say poverty rates in the U.S. are well below...
Businesses Invited to Participate in Summer Vikes on Central
VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) Area businesses and organizations are invited to participate in Summer Vikes on Central on Thursday, September 12th. This community event will help welcome incoming and current VCSU students to Valley City. We want students to realize what our community has to offer and introduce them to local businesses and community members in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.
Scattered Rain Continues into Friday
THURSDAY EVENING: After rainfall reports coming in over 4 inches in some areas as of Thursday early morning, more rain continues to wrap around the Low through tonight. Rain had been more prevalent north through the morning, but with the center of the low pressure system sitting over the valley, more rain and thunderstorms are possible everywhere this evening. As the Low tracks to the east, steadier rain continues behind it. While steady rain becomes more scattered in nature overnight, a few showers continue tomorrow. Additional rainfall from Thursday afternoon to Friday evening may exceed 1-2″ in eastern ND.
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