Radioactive waste on the radar: New group worried about improper disposal of oil field material
WILLISTON — Landfill employees here discovered at least two “hot loads” this week, illustrating why a group of North Dakota citizens is worried about ...
Theodore Roosevelt legacy in North Dakota growing
Less than a decade away from the 100-year anniversary of his death, Theodore Roosevelt’s legacy continues to expand. The newest example is the recentl...
Dickinson introduces jet service at airport in June
Folks looking to catch a jet plane this summer will be able to do so from the Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport, which could increase pass...
Midgets excited for West Region
Not even a chance of rain can hamper the spirits of the Dickinson High track and field team....
Athletes prepare for regional
The Southwest Region track and field meet at the Beach Athletic Complex will be a chance for many athletes to qualify for the state track meet in Bism...
Radioactive waste on the radar: New group worried about improper disposal of oil field material
WILLISTON — Landfill employees here discovered at least two “hot loads” this week, illustrating why a group of North Dakota citizens is worried about the proper disposal of radioactive waste that comes with oil production.
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Less than a decade away from the 100-year anniversary of his death, Theodore Roosevelt’s legacy continues to expand. The newest example is the recently unveiled Theodore Roosevelt Trail project, an initiative born of Dickinson State University’s Theodore Roosevelt Center that highlights 15 sites around North Dakota related to the 26th U.S. president who is revered in the Peace Garden State and beyond.
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Dickinson introduces jet service at airport in June
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GRAND FORKS — An annual report, sponsored by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, says an independent audit and study found 2012 had the biggest drop in allegations of sexual abuse by priests in a decade.
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ND billboards meant to attract Minnesota consumers
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WASHINGTON — Solid hiring helped lower unemployment rates in 40 U.S. states last month, the most since November. The declines show the job market is improving throughout most of the country. The Labor Department said Friday that unemployment rates increased in only three states: Louisiana, Tennessee and North Dakota. Rates were unchanged in seven states.
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OIL PATCH DISPATCHRadioactive waste on the N.D. monitor
WILLISTON, N.D. Landfill employees here discovered at least two hot loads this week, illustrating why a group of North Dakota citizens is worried about the proper disposal of radioactive waste that ...
5/18/13 at 12:03 AM
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA HOCKEYU.S. reaches semifinals
T.J. Oshie scored a goal and Team USA surprisingly routed Russia 8-3 in a quarterfinal game at the World Championships. The Americans, who also have Danny Kristo on the team, advance to a semifinal m...
5/16/13 at 3:56 PM
THE WESTERN EDGESelf-absorbed Shirvani column off the mark
Im not a native North Dakotan so perhaps it is why I admire the state so much. People in North Dakotas are consistent, hardy, hardworking, creative, honest and so much in making the state such a great...
5/15/13 at 2:39 PM
OUTDOORS WITH SAM COOKStill time to register for Hawk Ridge Birdathon
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5/15/13 at 1:06 PM
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5/14/13 at 4:55 PM
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5/18/13 at 11:16 AM
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5/18/13 at 10:56 AM
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1. "I watched a snail crawl along the edge of a straight razor. That's my dream; that's my nightmare." 2. "Later, in the Men's Department, after discovering his long lost brothers, the jungle king wa...
5/17/13 at 5:04 PM
UND NEWSMinnesotans among 1,760 students who were eligible to graduate at UND spring commencements ceremonies in May (includes graduate names and hometowns)
The University of North Dakota held its annual spring commencement at Saturday, May 11, at the Alerus Center, Grand Forks. More than 6,000 friends and family of graduates were in attendance, as Presid...
5/17/13 at 3:21 PM
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5/17/13 at 11:33 AM
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