“Stuff that makes you say, “Oh, for nice”

  • Nice news of the day – February 19, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 19, 2019

    Did you know that North Dakota went viral this weekend thanks to thanks to a Fargo fitness and gymnastic center’s therapy sessions for an awesome little boy? And did you know today’s news is about a…

  • Nice news of the day – February 18, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 18, 2019

    You know those little ladybugs that creep in all fall and winter long? They are convergent lady beetles, and they are actually the North Dakota state insect. And did you know that today’s nice news is…

  • Nice news of the day – February 15, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 15, 2019

    It’s a little chilly outside right now, but did you know that the highest recorded temperature in North Dakota was 121F on July 6, 1936 in Steele? And did you know that today’s news is about…

  • Nice news of the day – February 14, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 14, 2019

    Did you know that the Minot Air Force Base contributed $543M to the local economy in 2018? And speaking of the MAFB, today’s nice news is about their new Twitter account – as well as blankets…

  • Nice news of the day – February 13, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 13, 2019

    Congratulations to Hankinson’s Abby Post for winning the statewide “Voice of Democracy” contest! And speaking of big winners, today’s news is about a herd of horse lovers, a schoolful of donors, and…marinated raccoon. Read on.

  • Nice news of the day – February 12, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 12, 2019

    Did you know that Miss North Dakota is currently going around to schools – so far, she’s been to 50 – to talk about Positivity? And did you know that today’s nice news is about a…

  • Nice news of the day – February 11, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 11, 2019

    Did you know that the song “You Oughta Go Ta North Dakota” was written by Lois Steel and Jack Fulton (and will now be stuck in your head the rest of the day)? And did you…

  • North Dakota Grows: Brenda, Dan, Adam, and Woodward Farm

    North Dakota Grows: Brenda, Dan, Adam, and Woodward Farm

    On 80 acres of pure country near Cathay, ND sits Woodward Farm, home to a smorgasbord of homemade magic courtesy of Brenda Gorseth. Brenda has spent the last six years cooking up everything from “Man in…

  • Nice news of the day – February 8, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 8, 2019

    Strap on your snowshoes – February 16 is the Snow Moon, and Fort Garrison is offering up a 1.5-mile candlelit trail for your cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and hiking pleasure. And speaking of February, today’s news is…

  • Nice news of the day – February 7, 2019

    Nice news of the day – February 7, 2019

    Did you know that the Rosebud Visitor Center in Valley City is home to a “Railroad RV” made specifically in 1881 for S.R. Ainslie, Railroad Superintendent, who wanted a car to live in as he traveled…

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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