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

  • Nice news of the day – December 24, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 24, 2018

    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.

  • Nice news of the day – December 21, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 21, 2018

    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…

  • Nice news of the day – December 20, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 20, 2018

    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…

  • Nice news of the day – December 19, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 19, 2018

    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…

  • Nice news of the day – December 18, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 18, 2018

    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.

  • Nice news of the day – December 17, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 17, 2018

    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…

  • Nice news of the day – December 14, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 14, 2018

    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…

  • Nice news of the day – December 13, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 13, 2018

    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…

  • Nice news of the day – December 12, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 12, 2018

    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…

  • Nice news of the day – December 11, 2018

    Nice news of the day – December 11, 2018

    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.

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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