show moreHoeven to meet with top Interior official on safety of children at Spirit Lake
Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., will meet Thursday with Kevin Washburn, the Interior Department’s assistant secretary for Indian affairs, to press for assurances that “children are being placed in safe homes” at Spirit Lake, a top aide said Wednesday.
RELATED CONTENTGrand Forks child in hospital after hitting car with bike
A 9-year-old in Grand Forks was taken to Altru Hospital after hitting a car while riding a bicycle around 1 p.m. this afternoon, according to police, who did not identify the child.
N.D., Minnesota workers rank high in education
North Dakotans and Minnesotans are among the states with the highest educational attainment in the country, according to a report by a private foundation focused on education.
RELATED CONTENTND judge allows new complaint to abortion lawsuit
A North Dakota judge ruled today that he will allow a new lawsuit onto a challenge of a 2011 abortion law that he already has called unconstitutional.
Otter Tail Power Co. worker in good condition
BEMIDJI — Despite initial reports that an employee of Otter Tail Power Co. had been shocked while working on an active power line Monday morning, a representative of the company said the man had a “personal medical issue.”
RELATED CONTENTVolunteers search to help flood victims
Volunteers are helping an elderly woman in Grafton, N.D., clean up the flood damage in her home that resulted from heavy rains that hit northeast North Dakota last month.
RELATED CONTENTAmazon drops Minnesota affiliate websites over sales tax
The websites receive a fee for referring shoppers to Amazon's online store. The new law requires certain online businesses with a physical presence or affiliates in Minnesota to charge a sales tax on items it sells to state residents.
RELATED CONTENTPoll indicates Dayton's approval rating is up
A newspaper's poll published Wednesday shows strong support for Gov. Mark Dayton with more than half of Minnesotans surveyed happy with his performance.
Western N.D. county trying to put halt to man camp construction
After month of behind-the-scenes work, Williams County has begun to initiate a plan to reduce the number of temporary housing units in the county.
Cities Area Transit system wants to hear from public on service change
Changes are on the way for the Cities Area Transit system, and the agency is looking for public comments on proposed adjustments to bus routes in Grand Forks and East Grand Forks.
RELATED CONTENTPilot killed in suburban St. Paul helicopter crash
A pilot was killed Wednesday when the helicopter he was flying to spray for mosquitoes crashed into the backyard of a suburban St. Paul home.
RELATED CONTENTGrand Forks Herald publisher to retire in 2014
Mike Jacobs, who became publisher in 2004, has held numerous positions in his 35 years at the newspaper, including stints as a reporter, editorialist and editor.
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Actor James Gandolfini dies in Italy at age 51
James Gandolfini, whose portrayal of a brutal, emotionally delicate mob boss in HBO's "The Sopranos" helped create one of TV's greatest drama series and turned the mobster stereotype on its head, died Wednesday in Italy. He was 51.
RELATED CONTENTVince Flynn, best-selling Minnesota author, dies
St. Paul based crime write Vince Flynn has died. The best-selling author of the Mitch Rapp series of thriller novels was said last year that he'd been diagnosed with stage III metastatic prostate cancer in 2010.
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AUTO RACING: Donny Schatz tries luck at a Late Model at Norman County Raceway
Donny Schatz is well established in the World of Outlaws, but his success hasn’t stopped him from reaching out to area race tracks. On Wednesday, Schatz took a break from his hectic STP Sprint Cup Series schedule to try his luck in a Late Model at Norman County Raceway.
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OUR OPINION: House Farm Bill needs conservation provisions
When Minnesota presents itself to the world, it doesn’t say, “Home of the Mall of America.” It says, “Land of 10,000 Lakes.” Likewise, North Dakota’s “Legendary” moniker has nothing to do with the number of oil rigs now pumping.
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FORUM COMMUNICATIONS CO.Forum hosts open house to celebrate remodeled Fifth Floor, new homes for departments
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6/19/13 at 4:41 PM
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A U.S. House vote on new federal farm policy may not come until next week. With 103 amendments to be debated after a late start on Wednesday, it appeared it would be difficult to meet todays 3 p.m. de...
6/19/13 at 4:37 PM
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6/19/13 at 12:14 PM
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UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA HOCKEYChorney re-signs with Blues
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6/19/13 at 2:55 PM
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The NDSU Libraries Germans from Russia Heritage Collection will be featured during the Hazen, N.D., centennial celebration scheduled for July 4-6. Michael M. Miller, the collections director and bibli...
6/19/13 at 1:50 PM
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THE NORTH DAKOTA OUTDOORS AND BEYOND2013 Fall turkeys applications are NOT out and NOT due July 5
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6/19/13 at 1:09 PM
THE ARMCHAIR MVPBWCA Fishing Secrets: Secret Lake
While I like to openly share most of my BWCA fishing "hotspots" in the interest of helping others to experience the same excitement I've enjoyed (see here, here, and here), there are a couple of gems ...
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New Colo. wildfire prompts evacuations of homes
A new wildfire in the foothills southwest of Denver forced the evacuation of dozens of homes Wednesday as hot and windy conditions ...State Wires: ND | MN
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