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Small Town Gets Spattered With Big Amounts of Hail

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It's hard to believe that mid-June, residents would need to pull out their snow shovels to clean up from a storm, but that's exactly what happened Monday night in Napoleon. More>>

Mosquito Count Normal For This Time of Year

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All the rain we've received isn't attracting more mosquitoes yet this year.


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BSC Ranked in Top Online Bachelor's Degree Programs

Online college programs are known for their convenience and flexibility. Bismarck State College made the national ranks for a program it offers. U.S. News and World Report evaluated several factors to More>>

BSC Ranked in Top Online Bachelor's Degree Programs

Online college programs are known for their convenience and flexibility. Bismarck State College made the national ranks for a program it offers. U.S. News and World Report evaluated several factors to More>>

Burlington Development Taking Shape

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The flood of 2011 was devastating for the town of Burlington. But now, two years after the water started rushing over dikes and into a large part of the town, the effort to recover is hitting a new pace. Jim More>>

MSU President Criticized by Shirvani

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Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani. Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because More>>

Radioactive Waste Plan Draws Comment

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Frustrated residents of McLean County voiced their concerns over oil field waste being dumped near Underwood. Great River Energy is asking for a permit from McClean County to dispose of oil field waste. And More>>

Dickinson Police Ask for Help Locating Missing Teen

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Dickinson police are asking for your help in locating a missing 15-year-old boy. Edward Martin Stubbs walked away from a construction site around noon Monday. Stubbs was working a drywall job with relatives. More>>

Volunteer of the Month

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Time is money. But for a special few, there is something much greater than financial gain. Volunteers are all around us and tonight, we're starting a special feature to focus on a 'Volunteer of the Month.' Volunteer More>>

Planning the River Valley's Future

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Residents of flooded residential areas throughout Minot have pretty similar ideas about what they want their neighborhoods to look like in the future. That's what consultants with Stantec say about the More>>

Breathing Life into the Underwood Quonset Movie Theater

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A once small town theater is getting a makeover. The Northern Expressions Arts Council in Underwood is renovating this Quonset style theater. Tyler Demars who works on economic development in Underwood More>>

MSU President Criticized By Shirvani

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Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani.Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because More>>

Belfield Police Search for Armed Suspect

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Belfield Police are asking for your help in finding this suspect. These pictures taken from surveillance video help identify a man Belfield Police are searching for. Sargeant Travis Carlson says early More>>

Residents Concerned About Oilfield Waste Being Dumped In McLean County Video included

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Frustrated residents voice their concerns over oil field waste being dumped near Underwood. More>>

Motorcyclists Gear Up For 'Ride to Work Day' Video included

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The North Dakota DOT and Abate of North Dakota are promoting the 22nd annual ride to work day--by encouraging safety on and around two wheels. More>>

Crash Injures Crop Duster Pilot

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The pilot of a crop dusting plane was injured when his small plane crashed west of Minot Air Force Base Sunday. And it was nearly two hours until he was discovered by a fellow crop duster. The Highway More>>

Drowning Victim Identified

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The person who died in a canoeing accident at Lake Metigoshe this weekend was an airman from the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base. Base officials said today said 29 year old Tech. Sgt. Jason Mower More>>

Landowners Learn Water Rights

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Farmers and ranchers dealing with very wet conditions have some options for draining some of the water that's sitting on their land. That was the idea behind a seminar called "Doing Water Right" today More>>

Burlington FEMA Site Closed

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Two of the three groups sites established by FEMA to provide housing to flood victims in 2011 have now closed. The site at 42nd Street Northeast closed earlier this year. And today, the site at Burlington More>>

Building Hope Against Cancer

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Cancer is not only devastating to those who are diagnosed with it, but family and friends as well. Speaker and Author Dave Balch Ball'- supported his wife through four successful battles with breast cancer. More>>

Officers Hand Out "Tickets" for Helmets

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Kids get "tickets" for free ice cream if "caught" wearing their bike helmets. More>>

Authorities Investigate Burglaries at Three Farmsteads

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Burleigh County authorities are investigating three burglaries of rural farmsteads. Authorities believe they are all connected. They happened in the northeast part of the county between Wednesday and More>>

Saddle Up for Mounted Shooting Video included

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Mounted shooting is the fastest growing equestrian sport in the nation, and aims to give cowboys, cowgirls, and little wranglers a chance to see the best shots in the west. More>>

Growers Get Ready for Farmers Market Video included

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A cool, rainy spring has made a slow start to the growing season. Ag Reporter Sarah Gustin visits with one grower about the challenges of getting produce ready for market. From the strawberries to the More>>

Be On The Lookout For -- But Don't Disturb -- ND's Wildlife

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It's that time of year.  From baby birds to baby deer, there's hardly anything more adorable. This is also the time of year when people stop by the State Wildlife Division attempting to deliver baby More>>

Dads Enjoy a Round of Golf on Father's Day Video included

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Duane Houdek got a new set of clubs for Father's Day.  He is out with his son Ben and a close family friend to enjoy the holiday testing out his new Father's Day present. More>>

Lake Metigoshe Drowning

Lake Metigoshe Drowning

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One person has died in a boating accident at Lake Metigoshe. Bottineau County Sheriff Steve Watson says the accident occurred near Lake Metigoshe State Park Saturday evening. A canoe capsized during More>>

North Dakota Homeless Rising

North Dakota Homeless Rising

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The number of homeless in the state are on the rise throughout the state. This according to the Director of North Dakota Coalition for Homeless People, Michael Carbone. 2,069 homeless people were counted More>>

Father's Day

Father's Day Video included

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Today is the day we thank our dad's for everything they do for us. There are big Father's Day Celebrations going on all over America today, but sometimes all it takes is to hear your child say they appreciate More>>

Dakota Chamber Music Performance

Dakota Chamber Music Performance Video included

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This week celebrated the 17th annual Dakota Chamber Music workshop at Ann Nicole Nelson Hall in Minot. For the past 16 years the DCM has only accepted string instrument auditions, but this year that changed. Wind More>>

Kids Fitness EOH

Kids Fitness EOH Video included

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It is never to soon to instill a love of physical activity in our kids. In this week's Eye on Health, Carla Burbidge takes us to a new program for children at Ask Fitness in Minot. When the class begins, More>>

Dadfest

Dadfest Video included

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Father's Day may not be until tomorrow but that's not stopping the congregation of First Assembly of God from saying thank you to dad's in the community. As they have for many years, the church hosted More>>

Rice Lake Meeting

Rice Lake Meeting Video included

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Major topic of discussion was the flooding of the lake and how it should be handled. Rice Lake saw severe flooding last month because of the unexpected rainfall throughout the month of May. Many homes More>>

Change in Judicial Districts

Change in Judicial Districts

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A change may be in the works to ration out the workload for judicial districts throughout the state. There are seven judicial districts. Some of those districts are responsible for as many as 12 counties More>>

Nola Biker Ride

Nola Biker Ride Video included

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Today's weather made for a great day to take the chopper out for a spin. Some biker's in Minot not only went for a long ride but they raised money for the homeless in the process. Riding for the Homeless More>>

Williston Drug Dog

Williston Drug Dog Video included

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It's been a little over a year since the Williston Police Department's K-9 unit has been in service and its paying dividends. The unit assisted in 131 arrests, searched 95 vehicles, and went to 18 school More>>

Hope Village Concert

Hope Village Concert Video included

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There are many ways to say thank you, it can be spoken, written or in the case of last night: performed. Local Minot musicians said thanks to volunteers at Hope Village. Several area groups performed More>>

Dash or Dye 5K Color Run Video included

Five K outdoor races for various causes are often popular in the spring and summer time. The Dash or Dye event paints a new picture--of how you can donate and help others. Stephanie Scheurer takes us More>>

Community Honors Flag Day Video included

It's National Flag Day. Businesses and residents in the community are encouraged to fly their flags. Stephanie Scheurer shows us those expressing their patriotism by honoring this holiday. The saying, More>>

Sanford Helicopter Takes Off From Bismarck Video included

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A new helicopter will be flying the skies of western North Dakota.



Sanford Health is launching a new Air Ambulance service.
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ND Oil Production Steady in April

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500 wells waiting for hydraulic fracturing in ND.  More>>

Old Fashioned Tractors Take to the Highway

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12th Annual Tractor Trek in Bismarck More>>

Huge Tower Moved from Minnesota to Beulah

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Something two-thirds as tall as the capitol is on it's way to Beulah. This tower is on the move from Minnesota. The huge piece of equipment is for the anhydrous ammonia facility at the Great Plains Synfuels More>>

Around Town -- June 14, 2003 Video included

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High-tech vision solutions, authentic food and jobs -- lots of jobs.  All in this week's "Around Town." Mandan gets a new store dedicated to the visually-impaired.  Low Vision Products and Training More>>

10 Year Old Boy Killed in Bike-Vehicle Crash in Hettinger

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10 year old Hettinger boy dies after being hit by van Wednesday evening.  More>>

Federal Authorities Investigating Toddler Death

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FBI investigating death of toddler on Spirit Lake Reservation. More>>

Joint Chiefs of Staff To Visit MAFB Video included

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The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is slated to visit the Minot Air Force Base on Monday. Officials says the purpose of the visit is for Army General Martin Dempsey to meet with airmen and their More>>

Darling Releases Increase Video included

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Rain has given way to some nice weather the last few days...but for another reminder that we are in a very wet cycle, all you have to do is look at the current releases from the Lake Darling Dam. Last More>>

Zoo Additions Continue Video included

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'The zoo is back, 100 percent.' That's according to Roosevelt Park Zoo Director David Merritt today --- now that the giraffes and big cats are back. Merritt says a zoo is always changing, but he says More>>

Cactus Collection at the Peace Gardens Video included

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If you think that the International Peace Garden is only a summer time destination, think again. Take a walk through the Interpretive Center Conservatory where a collection of more than 6,000 cacti and More>>

Business Beat Video included

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Get ready for a new commercial hotspot in the city of Minot -- or maybe an expanded one. Southgate Crossing will be home to Cashwise Foods, PetCo...and Gordmans that has announced it will be opening on More>>

North Dakota State Penitentiary Nears Completion Video included

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For more than three years the North Dakota State Penitentiary has been under construction. In less than a month inmates will be moved into the new part, which will help relieve some pressure at the Prison. Jon More>>

6th Annual Downtowners' Rip Roarin' Ribfest In Full Swing Video included

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The smell is in the air -- ribbers and rib samplers are everywhere.  The 6th Annual Downtowners' Rip Roarin' Ribfest is in full swing.  KX caught up with last year's rib champ, Dennis Carrino, who had More>>

Two Men Arrested in Bismarck for Human Trafficking

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Bismarck Police arrest two men for human trafficking, and one of them is a sports writer for a North Dakota paper.   As part of an ongoing investigation, Bismarck Police officers arrested Aaron Collins More>>

Portables Accommodate Space for Schools

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As Bismarck continues to grow, so does the need for more space in schools. Four new portables are placed at the Career Academy on the BSC campus. Future Legacy High School students will use them for More>>

AARC Honors Lifesaver

It's been nearly two years since Bismarck Police Sergeant Steven Kenner was killed while responding to a domestic assault. Since that day in July of 2011, Kenner's legacy has lived on, inspiring fellow More>>

Lincoln Oakes Nursery Tree Sale

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Whether you are in the market for one or hundreds of seedlings--Lincoln Oakes Nursery has a tree for you. This is only the second time in history that the 50 plus year old nursery has opened their inventory More>>

Authorities Arrest Man who Robbed Dickinson Pharmacy

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A man who robbed a Dickinson pharmacy Wednesday afternoon is behind bars. Officers arrested 30 year old Joshua Hunt early this morning at a Dickinson truck stop east of town. Hunt is accused of robbing More>>

Six New Priests Being Ordained In Bismarck Diocese

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The Bismarck Catholic Diocese will soon have six new Priests.

Tomorrow six men will be ordained at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit.
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Semi Rollover On I-94 Video included

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Traffic was at a standstill for more than an hour this afternoon on interstate 94 near Bismarck.

A semi was traveling eastbound on I-94 near mile marker 168, when it crossed the median and overturned into the westbound lanes of traffic.
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Strong ND Economy Continues to Bring Business Video included

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North Dakota is open for business. The newest campaign for the Greater North Dakota Chamber of Commerce has stirred some controversy in neighboring states, but Chief Executive Andy Peterson says the More>>

Water Management in the Field

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Too much water nearly everywhere. That's the soggy underlying issue for many farmers across our region this year. On average only about 55 to 60 percent of the acres were seeded this year by producers. To More>>

Peace Garden Delays Video included

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The wet weeks of late May and early June put a stop to plenty of outdoor activity -- be it putting seed in the ground, working in your garden...or working in a garden that is much, much bigger. At the More>>

MSU Summer Theater: Shrek the Musical Video included

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Minot is one of the first places in the country that you can see Shrek the Musical! The play was released for amateur production the first week of June, making Minot State University Summer Theater center More>>

Children Learn Water Safety Video included

With the recent drowning of a man in the Missouri River, water safety is being stressed. Stephanie Scheurer shows us a group of kids who learn the rules of swimming in pools. As the summer gets hotter, More>>

Booming Economy Nets Concrete Contractor Shortage For Mandan

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It's another sign of North Dakota's booming economy. But no concrete bids to the City of Mandan means no City-financed sidewalks and driveway aprons for new home construction.  "The economy's doing More>>

Rain Cuts Down on Mowing Opportunities Video included

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You can easily see in and out of town just how green it is, but with the weather we've been having, all mowers have to get up pretty early to stay ahead. More>>

Hands-Free Not Risk-Free, According to AAA Study

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Hands-free is not risk-free.   A new study by the AAA reports even with eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, there's a high level of distraction.  The North Dakota Safety Council says a driver's More>>

Rural Leadership North Dakota Program Video included

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From farmers to business owners --- one program is building leaders in small communities. Rural Leadership North Dakota is strengthening leadership skills and helping young leaders learn more about their More>>

Proposed Policy Aims to Ban Devices and Driving -- For Bismarck City Employees

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Devices and driving.  Two things that likely will soon not mix -- if you're a Bismarck City employee. A vote on a proposed policy was postponed by the City Commission.  They want to consider adding More>>

Cost to County Coming in High Video included

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The damage done to roads just in Ward County, stemming from record rainfall this past month, has climbed into the millions of dollars and is continuing to mount. Highway Engineer Dana Larson says if the More>>

County Moves on Road Fix Video included

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The impact of county-wide flooding reaches far beyond the cost of repairs: from the inconvenience of a muddy road home, to the financial impact of unplanted 'water-locked' acres, to the danger of emergency More>>

Farm Bill Passes in Senate

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The Senate last night passed a farm bill that calls for spending just shy of a trillion dollars over the next decade -- but that bill actually cuts 24 billion from the package. Both North Dakota Senators More>>

Fill the Boot Kicks Off Video included

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$25.2 million dollars. That's how much cash filled the boots of firefighters around the nation in 2012. The Minot Fire Department raised nearly $39,000 last year --- the most money raised in the state More>>

Boulevard Tree Planting Program Video included

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If you're tired of looking at a plain yard, planting a few trees could be just the fix. The Minot Forestry Department has trees available to anyone interested in sprucing up the lawn. Trees are available More>>

Dakota Chamber Music Video included

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For the 17th year in a row, music lovers made their way to Minot State University for the Dakota Chamber Music. The week long event brings a range of artists from students to professionals to do what More>>

Hit and Run Victim's Family Turns Out to Court Cases in Force Video included

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Tracy Freer's family members say they are glad no plea agreement was reached because they want the case to go to trial. More>>

County Applies For State Buyout Money

Ward County is putting in a request for 14.6 million dollars of state funds for buyouts of flooded property. Commissioners this morning received information on the request from Ryan Ackerman of Ackerman-Estvold More>>

FEMA Wants Ramstad Rebuilt in Current Location

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A plan to rebuild the flood-wrecked Ramstad Middle School on Minot's north hill is not winning support from FEMA. More>>

Canadian Water Releases Begin

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Significant water releases have begun from Rafferty and Alameda Reservoirs in Saskatchewan.
    The Saskatchewan Watershed Authority announced it began releases yesterday, in an effort to make space in the reservoir for potentially-high spring snow melt and runoff.
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    The flood of 2011 was devastating for the town of Burlington. But now, two years after the water started rushing over dikes and into a large part of the town, the effort to recover is hitting a new pace. Jim
    The flood of 2011 was devastating for the town of Burlington. But now, two years after the water started rushing over dikes and into a large part of the town, the effort to recover is hitting a new pace. Jim
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:22:53 GMT
    Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani. Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because
    Minot State University President Dr. David Fuller has been criticized in a performance evaluation by outgoing University System Chancellor Ham Shirvani. Shirvani recommends no pay raise for Fuller because
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    Frustrated residents of McLean County voiced their concerns over oil field waste being dumped near Underwood. Great River Energy is asking for a permit from McClean County to dispose of oil field waste. And
    Frustrated residents of McLean County voiced their concerns over oil field waste being dumped near Underwood. Great River Energy is asking for a permit from McClean County to dispose of oil field waste. And
  • Bismarck/Mandan News

  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:51:12 GMT
    It's hard to believe that mid-June, residents would need to pull out their snow shovels to clean up from a storm, but that's exactly what happened Monday night in Napoleon. The town of Napoleon is abuzz
    It's hard to believe that mid-June, residents would need to pull out their snow shovels to clean up from a storm, but that's exactly what happened Monday night in Napoleon.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:36:05 GMT
    All the rain we've received isn't attracting more mosquitoes yet this year. 80 traps like these are setup across the state to collect and test mosquitoes. In the last two weeks the traps have collected
    All the rain we've received isn't attracting more mosquitoes yet this year.

  • Online college programs are known for their convenience and flexibility. Bismarck State College made the national ranks for a program it offers. U.S. News and World Report evaluated several factors to
    Online college programs are known for their convenience and flexibility. Bismarck State College made the national ranks for a program it offers. U.S. News and World Report evaluated several factors to
  • Local Sports

  • When you think of father/son sports tandems you think of names like Ken Griffey or Dale Earnhardt.    Throughout sports Dads have an impact on the activities their kids take part in-- and at Dacotah
    When you think of father/son sports tandems you think of names like Ken Griffey or Dale Earnhardt.    Throughout sports Dads have an impact on the activities their kids take part in-- and at Dacotah
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    BASEBALLLEGION BCHRIS WENZEL MEMORIALCHAMPIONSHIPSENATORS  3REPS  13LEGION AGOVS 10ABERDEEN, SD 6HUNTER WALSH NAMED MVP
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    In the 4 by 1 mile relay the Bismarck team made up of Dylan Werner Matt Gotta Preston Lerew and anchored by Jake Leingang finished 6th with a time of 17 minutes 24 point 91 seconds just over 8 seconds
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