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  • Nice news of the day – May 1, 2019

    Nice news of the day – May 1, 2019

    There are “Days” for days in North Dakota – events like Reynolds Rib Fest, Horse Fest, and Riverfest. I’m going to try and make a calendar for them all. If you know of one, please message…

  • Nice news of the day – April 30, 2019

    Nice news of the day – April 30, 2019

    Did you know that North Dakota had the highest percentage increase (55%) of AP test passage rates in the country over the last three years? And speaking of smarties, today’s news is about creating opportunity, supporting…

  • Nice news of the day – April 29, 2019

    Nice news of the day – April 29, 2019

    Did you know that North Dakota issues the fewest overall speeding tickets of any state, according to United Speeders of America? And speaking of life in the lovely slow lane, today’s news is about a schoolhouse…

  • Nice news of the day – April 26, 2019

    Nice news of the day – April 26, 2019

    Best of luck to Miss North Dakota USA, Samantha Redding, as she heads to Reno to compete for the title of Miss USA! And speaking of North Dakota, today’s news is about three acts of North…

  • Nice news of the day – April 25, 2019

    Nice news of the day – April 25, 2019

    Did you know the Valley City Special Olympics has almost 100 athletes ranging from age 8 to 74? And speaking of good people, today’s news is about a mom-led family fun day, Hairball Haven, and money.…

  • Nice news of the day – April 24, 2019

    Nice news of the day – April 24, 2019

    We all saw the first photo of a black hole – but did you know that Bismarck’s Dr. Terry Pilling was on the telescope control systems team that helped make it happen? And speaking of amazing…

  • Nice news of the day – April 23, 2019

    Nice news of the day – April 23, 2019

    Congratulations to the winners of the Keep North Dakota Clean poster contest – fourth graders Kamri Hopfauf, Gavin Boersma, Autumn Haaland, and Lillie Hall! And speaking of amazing kids, today’s news is about 200 artists, scrubs…

  • Nice news of the day – April 22, 2019

    Nice news of the day – April 22, 2019

    Did you know that it’s going to be in the 60s and 70s throughout most of North Dakota this week? And speaking of good news, today’s news is about a 95-year-old bowling champ, an amazing young…

  • North Dakota Grows: Cindy and Turtle Mountain Artistry

    North Dakota Grows: Cindy and Turtle Mountain Artistry

    For being a relatively small (but mighty) state, North Dakota is the fortunate home to many truly exceptional artists – like Cindy Roth of Turtle Mountain Artistry, who brings blocks of tupelo wood to life. The…

  • Nice news of the day – April 19, 2019

    Nice news of the day – April 19, 2019

    Did you know Jamestown’s Jody Larson will be rolling through the Grand Canyon to raise money and awareness for spina bifida next week? You can donate by sending a check to the Spina Bifida Association at…

Hi, I’m Amanda Kosior

North Dakota Nice is filled with stories about people being awesome because I love people – and also a weekly story about me because I love me, too. I hope you find something that makes you feel good, and I especially hope you have a great day.

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