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News Staff
Thursday, July 16, 2026
As summer rolls on, two major community celebrations are set to bring music, food, family activities and hometown reunions to the Borderland over the next two weekends.
Rep. Jonathan Warrey, R-Casselton, chair of the interim Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee, speaks during a press conference at the Capitol on June 25, 2026. At right are former North Dakota University System Chancellor Mark Hagerott and Sen. Mike Wobbema, R-Valley City. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)

Rep. Jonathan Warrey, R-Casselton, chair of the interim Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee, speaks during a press conference at the Capitol on June 25, 2026. At right are former North Dakota University System Chancellor Mark Hagerott and Sen. Mike Wobbema, R-Valley City. (Photo by Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)

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Lawmakers launch committee to study AI, data centers

News Staff
Thursday, July 16, 2026
North Dakota lawmakers on June 25 announced a new interim committee that will study data centers and artificial intelligence ahead of the 2027 legislative session.
CCJDA approves budget, selects local firm for website redesign

CCJDA approves budget, selects local firm for website redesign

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CCJDA approves budget, selects local firm for website redesign

Sarah Overby
Thursday, July 16, 2026
The Cavalier County Job Development Authority (CCJDA) reviewed and approved its annual budget during a brief meeting last week and selected a firm to lead a major website and branding overhaul.
Gretchen Brummond. Submitted photo

Gretchen Brummond. Submitted photo

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Park River Dental welcomes hometown dentist

Sarah Overby, Editor
Thursday, July 16, 2026
A familiar face is returning home to serve the community that helped shape her future. Dr. Gretchen Brummond, a Park River native, has joined Park River Dental after completing her dental education, bringing her passion for patient care back to northeastern North Dakota.

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Borderland BRIEFS

News Staff
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Hannah man killed in rollover crash; passenger seriously injured As of July 13, a 46-year-old Hannah man died and a 72-year-old California man suffered serious injuries in a rollover crash on County Road 6 near Hannah.
Red River Farm Network

Red River Farm Network

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Red River Farm Network

News Staff
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Offerdahl gift invests in breakthrough research at NDSU Richard and Linda Offerdahl have committed $3 million to accelerate research in sustainable agriculture at North Dakota State University.
Cofounders William Aderholdt (left), Brian Carroll, and Grand Farm chief of staff Matt Wendel, give a tour of Grand Farm to detail the latest work the agtech hub is doing to advance technology to address challenges farmers face. Photo, Michael Standaert, NDNC.

Cofounders William Aderholdt (left), Brian Carroll, and Grand Farm chief of staff Matt Wendel, give a tour of Grand Farm to detail the latest work the agtech hub is doing to advance technology to address challenges farmers face. Photo, Michael Standaert, NDNC.

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Grand Farm provides tech fix for farmers’ most pressing needs

Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Major focus currently on resistant weed control, other pain points Robots that kill herbicide-resistant weeds with pinpoint precision. AI-enhanced drones that tell farmers exactly where to spray.
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