LIFT Program opens applications in business loan funding

Body The North Dakota Department of Commerce has announced the opening of the Legacy Investment for Technology (LIFT) application process on June 16. This funding opportunity drives economic growth in our state by fueling innovative North Dakota businesses.

Safe canning reminders

Body By Katie Henry, Family and Community Wellness Agent, NDSU Extension – Cavalier County There was a social media post from NDSU Extension - Nutrition a couple of days ago talking about safe canning methods.

From the Pastor’s Desk:

Body Most of us are familiar with the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000. For reference, you can find it in your Bibles in Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 9:10-17, and John 6:1-14.

DAKOTA DATEBOOK: Bismarck Indian School Closure

Body June 30, 2025 – For thirty years, Bismarck, North Dakota was home one of 30 non-reservation boarding schools for native students in the US. The Bismarck Indian School was established in 1907 between the Missouri River and the city’s Northern Pacific Railroad tracks.

Mini-doc popularity mirrors growing interest in regenerative agriculture

Body Two North Dakota farmers highlighted for shift to regenerative practices A shift in consumer mindset toward foods grown with less chemicals, fertilizers and pesticides is driving greater interest in a switch to regenerative agriculture for some farmers across the country.

Scott Kroeger newly elected to Polar Board

Body PARK RIVER, N.D. (June 24) – At its recent annual meeting held on June 5, 2025, Scott Kroeger of Arthur, N.D., was elected as a director for the District 3 position on the Polar board.

Blue-green algae: Know it. Avoid it. Report it.

Body BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality reminds residents that hot weather and accumulated nutrients can lead to blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) blooms in water bodies across the state.

Stay safe when around fireworks

Body Fireworks have been integral components of celebrations for centuries. These pyrotechnics originated in ancient China, with their earliest forms thought to be made from bamboo stalks thrown into a fire. Fireworks ultimately evolved into gunpowder-filled paper tubes.