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of October. It has been tasked with studying the economic, state and local interests in the siting of data centers, as well as the broader development of data centers. It has also been directed to study artificial intelligence.

of October. It has been tasked with studying the economic, state and local interests in the siting of data centers, as well as the broader development of data centers. It has also been directed to study artificial intelligence.

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Data center concerns dominate public comment for new legislative committee

Jacob Orledge, North Dakota Monitor
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Body More than 70 members of the public filled every seat and stood shoulder to shoulder on the side of the room Wednesday as a new North Dakota legislative committee held its first meeting focused on artificial intelligence and data centers.
North Dakota Republican Rep. Julie Fedorchak voted in favor of making daylight saving time permanent. Rep. Julie Fedorchak

North Dakota Republican Rep. Julie Fedorchak voted in favor of making daylight saving time permanent. Rep. Julie Fedorchak

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North Dakota's vote

From North Dakota Monitor
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Body The topic has been a subject of debate in North Dakota legislative sessions. In 2025, North Dakota House lawmakers approved a bill to exempt the state from daylight saving time.

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Borderland BRIEFS

News Staff
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Body Crash victim identified The North Dakota Highway Patrol has identified the two people involved in a fatal rollover crash outside Hannah. Aaron Dalgleish, 46, was found dead at the scene on County Road 6 Monday morning.
Local students graduate from Bismarck State College

Local students graduate from Bismarck State College

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Local students graduate from Bismarck State College

News Staff
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Body Three area students were among more than 650 graduates recognized during Bismarck State College's 86th commencement ceremony, held May 15 at the college's newly opened Bavendick Center.
RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

News Staff
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Body Farm bill hinges on SNAP compromise The clock is ticking for Congress as lawmakers work through a crowded legislative agenda before the August recess. Along with national security and budget issues, agriculture remains on the list, including Farm Bill 2.
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