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Lifeserve to host blood drive at Avera St. Luke’s on August 1st
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- The need for blood rises and the number of blood donations seems to decline creating a scary situation for the community blood supply. All blood donors are being urged to donate as soon as possible. Someone requires a blood transfusion every 2 seconds. 100% of the blood...
Family fun night, free root beer floats Thursday for Corn Capital Days
(Olivia MN-) Dirks Park in Olivia will be the place to be this evening for Olivia Ambulance Family Fun Night from 5 til 8 p.m. as Olivia Corn Capital Days Continue. Other events Thursday include the used book sale at The Olivia Library from 11 to 7 p.m., FM Bank and Olivia FFA free root beer floats from 1 to 3 at the FM Bank parking lot, home run derby at Dirks Field from 5 to 8, and league volleyball starting at 630 at Bryly's Den.
Survey shows continued decline in rural economy
OMAHA, NE – The latest Rural Mainstreet Index has declined for an eleventh consecutive month. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says weak agriculture commodity prices and declining exports contributed to weakness in the economy. He says, “China, for example, their economy’s just moving sideways to down, and that means...
North Dakota law enforcement holds mixed feelings about legalizing marijuana
The leader of an effort to legalize marijuana in North Dakota says the proposal would free up law enforcement resources to focus on more serious drugs. But law enforcement officials interviewed by the North Dakota Monitor have mixed reactions. Burleigh County Sheriff Kelly Leben said he’s heard from officers in states that have legalized recreational […] The post North Dakota law enforcement holds mixed feelings about legalizing marijuana appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
North Dakota Heat Advisory: Temperatures to Reach 100 Degrees in Devils Lake Basin
Grand Forks, ND – A heat advisory has been issued for the Devils Lake Basin as temperatures are expected to peak near 100 degrees today. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of smoky conditions contributing to hazy skies across the region. According to the NWS Grand Forks office, the...
Exploring Affordable Living in the U.S.: North Dakota Ranks 4th
I caught this over the weekend on CNBC, and it rang my bell because I am single. Living expenses can significantly impact one’s quality of life, and understanding where it's most affordable to live is essential. According to a recent SmartAsset analysis, as a single individual, you need an annual income of $40,000 to cover basic expenses in the cheapest U.S. states. This analysis highlights the most cost-effective states, with North Dakota ranking 4th.
North Dakota Republican candidates for federal office have cash advantage ahead of election
Republican candidates for federal office in North Dakota hold cash-on-hand advantages over Democratic-NPL challengers with 104 days to go before Election Day. All North Dakota candidates for federal office filed their quarterly financial reports with the Federal Election Commission by the July 15 deadline. North Dakota’s Republican U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer raised more than $4.4 […] The post North Dakota Republican candidates for federal office have cash advantage ahead of election appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
Former Grand Forks mayor dies
GRAND FORKS, ND — Former Grand Forks Mayor Pat Owens has died. She was 83. Mayor Brandon Bochenski says his thoughts and prayers go out to Owens family and everyone impacted by her loss. He said “on behalf of the entire community of Grand Forks, I would like to...
District 7 Legion Baseball Tournament: Day 3 Live Results
Oakes, ND (NewsDakota.com) – Day 3 is upon the District 7 Legion Baseball Tournament and will feature 3 loser out games and the semifinals in the winners bracket. All Edgeley, LaMoure, Lisbon, and Oakes games can be heard on KDDR The Tornado. Results will be posted below as games go final.
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