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

  • Cold Play | January 21, 2021

    Cold Play | January 21, 2021

    This week’s story is about the weather, and this week’s news is about a TikTok sensation, a beautiful bridge, and a bookmobile.  Read on.

  • Bar Harbor is for ice cream | January 12, 2021

    Bar Harbor is for ice cream | January 12, 2021

    This week’s story is about a trip to Bar Harbor, and this week’s news is about a red panda named Bo, a fundraiser named Danette, and a teacher named Jo. Read on.

  • Samantha | January 6, 2021

    Samantha | January 6, 2021

    This week’s story is about Dixie Cups and spiders, and this week’s news has the first babies of the new year. Read on.

  • Hockey Mom, Part 1 | by Amanda Kosior

    Hockey Mom, Part 1 | by Amanda Kosior

    Born and raised in North Dakota, I grew up surrounded by people with hockey coursing through their veins. I, however, had a much more casual relationship with not just hockey, but all sports in general –…

  • On Special Days | December 31, 2020

    On Special Days | December 31, 2020

    This week’s story is about cake for lunch, and this week’s news is about a teenage gymnast, a soccer coach, and some lost-and-found Christmas presents. Happy 2021!

  • The Farmer Hello | December 24, 2020

    The Farmer Hello | December 24, 2020

    This week’s story is about Country Waving, and this week’s news is about carolers, Christmas stories, and a Great Conjunction. Read on.

  • A tale of three chickens | December 17, 2020

    A tale of three chickens | December 17, 2020

    This week’s story is about our Fart Car, and this week’s news is about a really big fez, free lunch, and a pile of jammies. Read on.

  • HanuCanada | December 10, 2020

    HanuCanada | December 10, 2020

    This week’s story is about my first Hanukkah in Canada, and this week’s news is about Blessing Boxes, a good night’s sleep, and a miniature Christmas village.  Read on.

  • Casserole Batter Rye Bread | December 3, 2020

    Casserole Batter Rye Bread | December 3, 2020

    This week’s story is about Mississippi Pot Roast, and this week’s news is about a pretty impressive tip, Closet 701, and Lyd’s Kids. Read on.

  • My former co-worker’s husband, Paul | November 26, 2020

    My former co-worker’s husband, Paul | November 26, 2020

    This week’s story is about a memorable trip to the Minneapolis airport, and this week’s news is about a daily song, Gifts for Grandparents, and a free holiday cookbook.  Happy Thanksgiving, and thank you for reading…

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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