
Any guess as to what North Dakota’s official word is? If you guessed “hotdish,” you’d be right. And speaking of hotdish, today’s nice news is about lefse, miniature golf, and 4-H kids. Read on.

As we head into Christmas week, take a few minutes to thank a farmer – because holiday or no holiday, rain or shine, animals need care. And speaking of being thankful, today’s nice news is all…

Did you know that there are more than 350 fishing lakes in North Dakota and, owing to a law passed in 1993, you can fish year-round? And guess what else – there are amazing people in…

We all know that Cream of Wheat was first manufactured in Grand Forks, but did you know that there is a whole website dedicated to recipes using it? Check out creamofwheat.com/recipes for inspiration. But before you…

Christmas for everyone! Did you know that North Dakota has the least-expensive trees in the country? Also for everyone: fancy dogs, Wheels for Work, and The Surprise in today’s nice news. Read on.

Did you know that North Dakota’s fastest drag racer is a man named Bob Struksnes, who will be inducted next month into the National Hot Rod Association’s Hall of Fame? And did you know that today’s…

Mr. Bubble is the #1 bath product in the U.S. – probably because it was invented in North Dakota by Harold Schafer. Also things that make North Dakota special: a 17-year old bowling entrepreneur, a 13-year…

Did you know that North Dakota’s state sandwich is the sloppy joe? And while you are debating whether or not a sloppy joe is a sandwich (and a hot dog is a taco), check out today’s…

You know those little registration stickers on your license plate? Well, they were invented in North Dakota by Lenard Milo. And did you know about Hettinger’s chickens, Liberty’s students, and Denbea Mcnally? You’ll learn about them…

Guess what? Today is my dad, Steve Silverman’s, birthday! And guess what else? Today’s nice news is about bowling, unmanned aircraft, and Christmas magic. Read on.

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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