North Dakota officials reopen last section of I-29 Eds: APNewsNow.

Bismarck, N.D. (AP) The rest of Interstate 29 in North Dakota has reopened, and state officials have lifted its no-travel advisory.

The section of I-29 between Fargo and Grand Forks was opened on Sunday morning. The rest of the interstate, along with I-91, had been reopened on Saturday.

The no-travel advisory that had been effect during the holiday storm was lifted Sunday morning, but a travel alert is still in effect for Grand Fork, Fargo, Wahpeton and surrounding areas.

Drivers in those areas are being warned of blowing snow, icy patches and reduce visibility.

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