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Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Nov 30 2009 4:55PM
A judge has approved a final settlement in a
lawsuit over Fargo traffic fines that have been ruled illegal
because they exceeded the amount allowed under state law.
A final figure has not yet been determined but court documents
estimate the city
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| State Christmas tree to be lighted Nov 30 2009 5:43AM
The state Christmas tree in the North
Dakota Capitol will soon be a lot brighter.
A lighting ceremony is set for Thursday in the Capitol's
Memorial Hall.
Gov. John Hoeven and first lady Mikey Hoeven will oversee the
ceremony, which will in
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| Here is the latest North Dakota news from The Associated Press... Nov 28 2009 6:46AM
Gov. John Hoeven says federal Agriculture
Secretary Tom Vilsack has approved a disaster declaration covering
weather-related crop damage in 42 North Dakota counties. Hoeven
made the request earlier because of severe weather including spring
flooding.
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Nov 28 2009 2:13AM
Pembina County authorities are treating
the deaths of a husband and wife whose bodies were found in a
Walhalla home on Thanksgiving as a murder-suicide.
The sheriff's office says 52-year-old John Kalis and 41-year-old
Sharon Kalis were found dea
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| Here is the latest North Dakota news from The Associated Press... Nov 27 2009 4:13PM
Pembina County authorities are treating
the deaths of a husband and wife whose bodies were found in a
Walhalla home on Thanksgiving as a murder-suicide. The sheriff's
office says John Kalis and Sharon Kalis were found dead in the home
after a 911 cal
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| Hoeven Announces Approval Of Secretarial Disaster Declaration For Counties Impacted By Severe Weather Nov 27 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today announced that U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has approved the governor’s request for a Secretarial Disaster Declaration covering weather-related crop damages in 24 North Dak
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| 42 ND counties are disasters Nov 27 2009 1:25PM
Gov. John Hoeven says federal Agriculture
Secretary Tom Vilsack has approved a disaster declaration covering
weather-related crop damage in 42 North Dakota counties.
Hoeven made the request earlier because of severe weather
including spring floo
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Pardon Me Nov 25 2009 7:03PM
It's not Thanksgiving Day yet, but two state officals already have their birds.
The North Dakota Turkey Federation is presenting Governor Hoeven and Ag. Commissioner Doug Goehring with frozen turkeys.
But the bird to steal the show is Dakota.
The day
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| Here is the latest North Dakota news from The Associated Press... Nov 25 2009 7:07AM
Thanksgiving week brings turkeys to the
state Capitol. The North Dakota Turkey Federation plans to present
turkeys today to Gov. John Hoeven and Agriculture Commissioner Doug
Goehring.
PEMBINA, N.D. (AP) North Dakotans crossing the border
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| Turkeys being presented to Hoeven, Goehring Nov 25 2009 5:15AM
Turkeys are being presented to North
Dakota Gov. [[kxtopic:john-hoeven:t[John Hoeven]:t]] and [[kxtopic:agriculture:t[Agriculture]:t]] Commissioner [[kxtopic:doug-goehring:t[Doug Goehring]:t]].
It's an annual presentation from the [[kxtopic:north-
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| Latest Minnesota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Nov 24 2009 11:12AM
Federal officials are fining three airlines a
total of $175,000 for their role in the stranding of passengers
overnight on an airport tarmac in Rochester, Minn., this summer.
The Department of Transportation says it fined Continental
Airlines an
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| Fill the Dome raises $96,000, 97 tons of food Nov 24 2009 8:03AM
Fargo-Moorhead-area students who took part in
the third annual Fill the Dome drive collected $96,000 and 97 tons
of food.
That surpassed the goal of raising $75,000 and bringing 75 tons
of food to the Fargodome.
Students from 58 schools, f
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| Fill the Dome raises $96,000, 97 tons of food Nov 24 2009 8:03AM
Fargo-Moorhead-area students who took part in
the third annual Fill the Dome drive collected $96,000 and 97 tons
of food.
That surpassed the goal of raising $75,000 and bringing 75 tons
of food to the Fargodome.
Students from 58 schools, f
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| North Dakota Outpaces Nation’s Core Tourism Growth Nov 23 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. –Recently released studies show North Dakota outpacing the nation in tourism growth. The studies include research by IHS Global Insight, Longwoods International, Statistics Canada, the U.S. Travel Association, and North D
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| Innovate ND Adds Retail Award Valued At $32,000 Nov 23 2009 12:00AM
Deadline for Entry is Dec. 4
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today announced that Kilbourne Group is sponsoring a major new Innovate ND award category aimed at encouraging people with retail-based business ideas to compete in the annual ven
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| Here is the latest North Dakota news from The Associated Press... Nov 23 2009 4:13PM
State officials say recent studies show North
Dakota is outpacing the nation in tourism growth. Gov. John Hoeven
says tourism is a strong contributor to the state's positive
economic climate. One recent study commissioned by North Dakota
Tourism indi
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| ND officials tout tourism Nov 23 2009 3:31PM
State officials say recent studies show North
Dakota is outpacing the nation in tourism growth.
Gov. John Hoeven says the tourism industry is a strong
contributor to North Dakota's positive economic climate.
The studies include research by
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| ND Land Department director departing Nov 23 2009 11:47AM
The administrator of the [[kxtopic:north-dakota:t[North Dakota]:t]] Land
Department is leaving.
Gary Preszler (PREZ'-lur) has been the agency's commissioner
since 2001. Before that, Preszler was North Dakota's top banking
regulator for more than
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| Farewell set for North Dakota soldiers Nov 22 2009 5:43AM
A send-off ceremony is being held in
Grand Forks for about 75 North Dakota National Guard soldiers
heading overseas.
The soldiers with the 1st Battalion of the 188th Air Defense
Artillery Regiment are heading to Afghanistan and Iraq.
The G
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| Hoeven Presents Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider Award To Doug Burgum Nov 20 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today presented the Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider Award to entrepreneur and philanthropist Doug Burgum at a ceremony in his honor at Microsoft Fargo. Joined by family, friends and community and business lead
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Nov 21 2009 2:13AM
Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem has filed
a motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Spirit Lake Sioux tribal
members who want the University of North Dakota to keep its
Fighting Sioux nickname.
Stenehjem filed the motion on Friday. He met with the
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| Here is the latest North Dakota news from The Associated Press... Nov 20 2009 4:13PM
Police say three college softball players
who drowned when their sport utility vehicle went into a pond in a
southwestern North Dakota pasture weren't trespassing on private
property. Dickinson Police Lt. Rod Banyai (BAN'-yeye) says there
were no sig
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| Gattuso grandfather waives extradition to ND Nov 20 2009 3:45PM
An Oklahoma man accused of hiring his
handyman to kill a [[kxtopic:north-dakota:t[North Dakota]:t]] dentist has waived extradition and
will be returned to North Dakota to face a charge of conspiracy to
commit murder.
Sixty-three-year-old Gene Ki
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| Burgum receives North Dakota's highest honor Nov 20 2009 3:17PM
Philanthropist and former software company
executive Doug Burgum is the recipient of North Dakota's highest
honor, the Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider award.
Gov. John Hoeven presented the award to Burgum Friday during a
surprise ceremony at Farg
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Nov 20 2009 11:12AM
Police say three college softball players
who drowned when their sport utility vehicle went into a pond in a
southwestern North Dakota pasture were not trespassing on private
property.
Dickinson Police Lt. Rod Banyai (BAN'-yeye) says there were
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| Belford wants end to Devils Lake disputes Nov 20 2009 7:21AM
Ramsey County Commissioner Joe Belford
says he thinks a commission with both North Dakota and Manitoba
officials is needed to put to rest disputes over Devils Lake.
Belford plans to ask Gov. John Hoeven to set up such a group. He
says he would p
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Nov 19 2009 2:13AM
The group that managed construction of a new
president's house at North Dakota State University says it's
waiting to hear about its proposal to cover cost overruns.
The NDSU Development Foundation project was estimated to cost
about $900,000, wh
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| Attorney: Jones man to waive extradition to ND Nov 18 2009 1:11PM
An attorney for an Oklahoma man accused of
hiring his handyman to kill a Fargo, N.D., dentist says his client
plans to waive extradition and return to North Dakota.
Oklahoma City attorney Irven Box says 63-year-old Gene Carl
Kirkpatrick of Jones
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Hunger in ND Nov 17 2009 7:01PM
It's can happen to any of us...and it's scary...
Recent hunger statistics show one in twelve North Dakotans will seek food assistance at one time or another.
So for so many Not knowing where your next meal will come from is reality.
Br
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Recycle Day Nov 15 2009 11:08PM
From paper, to plastic, you can make your effort to "go green" by recycling many products used on a daily basis.
State leaders are encouraging just that.
Governor Hoeven proclaimed today, "North Dakota Recycles Day".
The effort is to recognize the valu
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Recycle Day Nov 15 2009 11:08PM
From paper, to plastic... You can make your effort to "go green" by recycling many products used on a daily basis.
And state leaders are encouraging just that.
Governor Hoeven proclaimed today, "North Dakota Recycles Day".
The effort is to recognize
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Nov 15 2009 4:06PM
The days are numbered for the little red
school house in north-central North Dakota.
After years of discussion, the board that oversees Eureka School
has decided to close the tiny school north of Minot.
Eureka School has just five students
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| Hearing set for man suspected of plotting murder Nov 15 2009 2:42PM
A man accused of hiring his handyman to kill
a Fargo dentist is scheduled to be in an Oklahoma City courtroom
Nov. 25 for a hearing to determine whether he should be sent to
[[kxtopic:north-dakota:t[North Dakota]:t]] to face charges.
Gov. [[kxto
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| Governor Recognizes Veterans Day In North Dakota Nov 9 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – In accordance with a proclamation issued by the President, Gov. John Hoeven is encouraging North Dakotans to observe Veterans Day, November 11, by honoring the contributions of veterans and those currently serving at home and
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| Governor's Request For Increased Federal Disaster Aid Approved Nov 6 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today announced that President Obama has approved the state’s request for the federal government to reimburse 90 percent of the eligible costs for public emergency measures, debris removal, and repair o
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Flags at Half-Staff Nov 7 2009 7:29PM
A North Dakota tribute to the fallen soldiers at Fort Hood...
Governor John Hoeven has directed all government agencies in the state to fly the U.S. and North Dakota flags at half-staff until Veterans Day in honor of the victims of the Fort Hood, Tex
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| Governor Directs Flags To Be Flown At Half Staff Nov 6 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – In accordance with a directive issued by the President, Gov. John Hoeven today directed all government agencies in the state to fly the American and North Dakota flags at half staff until Veterans Day in honor of the victims
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| Statement Of Gov. John Hoeven On The Finding Of Three Dickinson State University Students Nov 3 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today issued the following statement in response to the finding of three Dickinson State University students who died in a tragic accident:
“We were all saddened to learn that Kyrstin Gemar, Ashley N
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| Hoeven Deploys State Resources In Search For Missing Dickinson State University Women Nov 3 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven has authorized the deployment of state resources in the search for three Dickinson State University women who have been missing since Sunday night.
“We are making all of the resources the state has av
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| Feds approve greater share of ND disaster aid Nov 6 2009 8:53PM
North Dakota will be getting a greater
share of federal money for repairing public works that were damaged
during last spring's storms and flooding.
Gov. John Hoeven asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency
last week to boost the federal sh
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Nov 6 2009 4:13PM
Gov. John Hoeven has directed all
government agencies in the state to fly the U.S. and North Dakota
flags at half-staff until Veterans Day in honor of the victims of
the Fort Hood, Texas, shootings.
Hoeven's order issued Friday was in accordance
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| ND governor directs agencies to lower flags Nov 6 2009 3:45PM
Gov. John Hoeven has directed all
government agencies in the state to fly the U.S. and North Dakota
flags at half-staff until Veterans Day in honor of the victims of
the Fort Hood, Texas, shootings.
Hoeven's order issued Friday was in accordance
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| Hoeven Names Cresap To Northwest Judicial District Nov 2 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today named Todd L. Cresap of Minot to the Northwest Judicial District Court, chambered in Minot. Cresap’s position is one of two new judicial benches created by the North Dakota Legislature at the requ
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New District Judge Selected Nov 2 2009 7:18PM
The newest Judge in the Northwest Judicial District Court is Todd Cresap of Minot.
Governor Hoeven appointed Cresap today at a press conference at the Ward County Court House.
The District where Cresap will be serving along with four other judges inclu
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| Here is the latest North Dakota news from The Associated Press... Nov 2 2009 4:13PM
The chairman of North Dakota's higher
education board says it appears more likely that the University of
North Dakota's Fighting Sioux nickname and logo will be changed.
Richie Smith is responding to a letter from Standing Rock Sioux
tribal chairma
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| Gov names Todd Cresap new ND judge Nov 2 2009 3:03PM
Minot attorney Todd Cresap has been named
as North Dakota's newest district judge.
Gov. John Hoeven appointed Cresap (CRESS'-up) on Monday to a new
job in the Northwest Judicial District in Minot. He starts Jan. 1.
The district includes six
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| Here is the latest North Dakota news from The Associated Press... Nov 2 2009 2:13AM
Gov. John Hoeven isn't giving Republican
state lawmakers any hints about whether he'll take on Democratic
Senator Byron Dorgan next year. Montpelier Representative Craig
Headland says thinks Hoeven will get in the race. But Fargo
Representative Jim K
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| Republican legislators say Hoeven realistic about Senate rate... Nov 1 2009 6:47PM
Republican legislators have been talking
to Gov. [[kxtopic:john-hoeven:t[John Hoeven]:t]] about his political plans. But they say he's
given no hints about whether he'll run against Democratic Senator
[[kxtopic:byron-dorgan:t[Byron Dorgan]:t]] next ye
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Trick or Treating at the Governor's Mansion Oct 31 2009 7:38PM
In every neighborhood... trick-or-treaters usually know which house gives out the "best" candy...
But imagine getting candy from the Governor!
Gov. John Hoeven says he's expecting a big
turnout of Halloween trick-or-treaters at the governor's residence
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Oct 31 2009 4:13PM
The western North Dakota bishop of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America says he's talked with
pastors about a national church policy that allows gay and lesbian
clergy.
Bishop Mark Narum heads 192 congregations that make up the
Western No
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| ND ag commissioner says he'll seek election Oct 31 2009 10:16AM
North Dakota's agriculture commissioner
says his recent illness won't prevent him from running for election
next year.
Doug Goehring (GORE'-ing) has spent several days in the hospital
with a recurrence of Guillain-Barre (ghee-YAN' bah-RAY') synd
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| ND Gov expecting big Halloween turnout Oct 30 2009 4:13PM
Gov. John Hoeven says he's expecting a big
turnout of Halloween trick-or-treaters at the governor's residence
Saturday night.
Hoeven says he and first lady Mikey Hoeven will be at the
residence to hand out candy. The governor says he's expecting
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ND Blue Book Released Oct 30 2009 12:50PM
It's packed with all the information you need to know about North Dakota...
The 2009 North Dakota Blue Book is released today...
Governor John Hoeven got the first copy this morning.
The Blue Book has information about North Dakota you
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| Hoeven: Happy Birthday, North Dakota! Oct 30 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. - Gov. John Hoeven wished North Dakota a happy birthday and encouraged citizens to commemorate the anniversary of the day in 1889 that North Dakota joined the Union as the 39th state. North Dakota will be 120 years old November 2.
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| Governor Requests Increased Federal Disaster Aid Oct 28 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today asked President Obama to reimburse 90 percent of the eligible costs for public emergency measures, debris removal, and repair of publicly owned infrastructure damaged by the severe storms and flooding l
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| Gov says spring storm costs top $78M Oct 28 2009 4:41PM
Gov. [[kxtopic:john-hoeven:t[John Hoeven]:t]] says the cost of
temporary levees, debris removal and other repairs from last
spring's storms and flooding in [[kxtopic:north-dakota:t[North Dakota]:t]] has topped $78 million
and he's asked the [[kxtopic:
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Harvey Mill Celebrates Opening Oct 26 2009 7:45PM
A grain milling operation that began in Harvey six years ago celebrated another major expansion today.
Dakota Prairie Organic Flour Company - which began as Earth Harvest Mills - added another 20,000 square feet to its milling and shipping center in Harv
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Day of Deployed Oct 26 2009 7:01PM
Honoring the families of deployed soldiers...
That's what today is about...
Governor John Hoeven has declared this the Day of the Deployed.
In the National Guard alone there are 730 soldiers and airmen currently deployed overseas.
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Oct 24 2009 4:13PM
Authorities are investigating the death of a
North Dakota man on his farm southeast of Lisbon.
The victim was identified as 58-year-old Dan Wiltse.
Authorities say he died after being caught in a combine hopper
on Thursday.
Infor
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| ND fuel stations can get grants for blender pumps Oct 24 2009 3:03PM
A $2 million state program will help
operators of North Dakota fuel stations install blender pumps that
allow consumers to select from a variety of traditional and
renewable fuels.
The program was announced Friday by Gov. John Hoeven.
The
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| Hoeven Launches $2 Million Biofuels Blender Pump Program Oct 23 2009 12:00AM
FARGO, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven was joined today by representatives of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association, North Dakota Ethanol Producers Association, North Dakota Soybean Association, and industry leaders from O’Day Equipment LLC
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Pure Energy Open House Oct 22 2009 7:29PM
When the city of Minot announced the creation of an energy park in the community, a company by the name of Pure Energy was the first to express interest in joining.
Now, just over a year later, the oilfield service company has become a major employer in
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Oct 22 2009 2:13AM
Prosecutors have rested their case against
a woman charged with manslaughter in the death of her infant
daughter.
Stevie Buckley's trial began Tuesday. The 18-year-old Buckley is
charged in the Feb. 4 death of her 6-month-old daughter, Kyra, who
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Innovation Celebrated Oct 21 2009 8:18PM
Most businesses and inventions begin with a simple idea, but finding a way to use that idea can be the toughest task of all.
That concept is what led to the founding of "Innovate North Dakota".
The program is designed to help entrepreneurs get their i
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Innovation Celebrated Oct 21 2009 7:23PM
Most businesses and inventions begin with a simple idea, but finding a way to use that idea can be the toughest task of all.
That concept is what led to the founding of "Innovate North Dakota".
The program is designed to help entrepreneurs get their i
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| Hoeven Names Merrick To Southeast Judicial District Judgeship Oct 21 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today named Thomas E. Merrick of Jamestown to the Southeast Judicial District Court, chambered in Jamestown. Judge Merrick’s position is one of two new judicial benches created by the North Dakota Legis
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| Jamestown attorney chosen for new ND judgeship Oct 21 2009 2:35PM
A Jamestown attorney has been chosen for a
new state district judgeship.
Gov. John Hoeven on Wednesday appointed Thomas Merrick to the
job. Merrick becomes one of the seven judges in the Southeast
Judicial District.
The district covers 11
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| Hoeven: Entrepreneurs Will Fuel Our Future Oct 21 2009 12:00AM
Governor Kicks Off Statewide Day of Innovation
FARGO, N.D. - Gov. John Hoeven and a team of state and local business champions hosted the first Statewide Day of Innovation and Entrepreneurship today and kicked off the fourth annual Innovate ND
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| Hoeven Announces Statewide Day of Innovation Oct 14 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. - Gov. John Hoeven and a team of state and local business champions are hosting the first Statewide Day of Innovation and Entrepreneurship next Wednesday, Oct. 21.
The program features locally organized events in Bismarck, Minot, D
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Oct 15 2009 2:13AM
Officials at Fargo's MeritCare hospital say a
government health care plan could cost their hospital, the state's
largest, tens of millions of dollars.
MeritCare CEO Roger Gilbertson says North Dakota's Medicare
reimbursement rates are among the
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| Governor: Resignation of NDSU pres 'unfortunate' Oct 14 2009 8:04PM
Gov. John Hoeven says the resignation of
North Dakota State University President Joe Chapman is
disappointing and unfortunate.
Hoeven says Chapman made mistakes in some spending decisions,
but the governor says the Board of Higher Education and
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Co-Ops Succeeding Oct 13 2009 7:08PM
It's a business model that many industry leaders say has worked well in North Dakota.
October is Co-Op Month... and cooperative leaders call the business model the "foundation for stability during uncertain times."
Some of North Dakota's biggest coopera
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Oct 13 2009 2:13AM
Icy roads and bridges led to two deaths
and dozens of crashes on North Dakota roads.
The Highway Patrol says a pickup rolled several times on a
frosty Interstate 29 bridge deck early Monday, killing the driver.
Authorities said 49-year-old Man
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| 4 finalists named for ND teacher honors Oct 12 2009 3:24PM
Two of the four finalists for North Dakota
Teacher of the Year are biology teachers. One teaches science and
one teaches marketing education.
Their names were announced Monday by the state Department of
Public Instruction.
They are Mary El
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| ND marks First Nations Day Oct 9 2009 3:45PM
On First Nations Day, state and tribal
leaders said it was time to reflect on the contributions of Native
Americans.
Gov. John Hoeven signed a First Nations Day proclamation during
a special ceremony Friday at the state Capitol.
Spirit Lak
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first nations day Oct 9 2009 1:26PM
It's a day to honor the heritage of North Dakota.
At the state Capitol this morning it's a celebration of First Nation's Day.
Prayer, song, and the posting of colors helped pay tribute to the first people of our land.
We recognize the contributions Na
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Oct 9 2009 11:12AM
North Dakota's corn crop is expected to
produce 215 million bushels this fall, down 25 percent from last
year's record crop because of a corresponding decrease in acreage.
The Oct. 1 report from the U.S. Agriculture Department raised
the corn es
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| Conference examines job development Oct 9 2009 6:46AM
Gov. [[kxtopic:john-hoeven:t[John Hoeven]:t]] says economic development in
[[kxtopic:north-dakota:t[North Dakota]:t]] is more important than ever in light of a national
economy with fewer jobs, high unemployment, and deficit spending.
Speaking at
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| Governor's Workforce Summit Helping To Build North Dakota's Workforce Of The Future Oct 8 2009 12:00AM
BISMARCK, N.D. - Gov. John Hoeven today kicked off the 2009 Governor's Workforce Summit at the Ramada Plaza Suites in Fargo. This year's theme is "Bridging Gaps to the Future," and the event features a range of solutions to help meet today'
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| Latest North Dakota news, sports, business and entertainment:... Oct 8 2009 2:13AM
Officials say schools in Fort Yates, south
of Bismarck, have closed for the rest of the week because of the
number of students absent due to the flu.
Keith Johnson is the administrator of the Custer Health
District, which includes the Fort Yates
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