The only surprise here is that we’re not #1: North Dakota is the third-best state in the country to raise a family, according to WalletHub. And other things that are great here: Minot State students, non-traditional graduates, and a Rainbow Baby. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Bismarck, Dickinson, Minot
North Dakota Nice done twice – the Great Plains Food Bank is helping a CCC student open a food bank on the Spirit Lake Reservation. And also nice: a local author, an opportunity for landowners, and a SmartLab. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Bismarck, Jamestown
Did you know that there is a book club called BookTalk at Bismarck State College that is celebrating its 20th anniversary? Their next meeting is on February 3 and everyone is welcome.
And did you know that today’s nice news takes place in Hatton, the Chahinkapa Zoo, and Regent? Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Hatton, Regent, Wahpeton
Check it out – for every non-perishable food or new toiletry item you bring to the Fargo Public Library from now until March 3, you will get $5 in fine forgiveness. And if you don’t have the money to donate, you can complete a book log and earn the same rewards.
And check this out – today’s nice news is about a champion rodeo rider, a bunch of ice fishermen, and a national celebrity. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Bismarck, Granville
Did you know that donations to the second annual Leech Public Library “Sock Tree” doubled this year? For other stories that’ll rock your socks, check out today’s nice news – about a Cavalier hot spot, a pet-friendly third-grader, and an artist who loves foil. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Cavalier, Fargo, Jamestown
Thirsty? There are 20 breweries in North Dakota.
And speaking of drinking, today’s nice news is about clean water, as well as a legendary coach and a Noon Year’s Party. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Grand Forks, New England, Williston
I’ve had a lot of sugary goodness this week in the nice news, but did you know that North Dakotans have a lower prevalence of diabetes than the rest of the U.S.?
And guess what else – today’s nice news is about bite-sized books, able giving, and good karma. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Dickinson, Grand Forks, Medina
You may already know that sugar is produced in 22 states, but did you know that North Dakota ranks 4th on the list for the number of jobs created and the economic impact of sugar production on the country?
And did you know that today’s nice news is about good people, strong people, and helpful people? Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Esmond, Fargo, Minto
We all know that the Marquis de Mores founded Medora (and named it after his wife), but did you know that the Marquis invented meatpacking? Instead of sending cattle to the slaughterhouse in Chicago, he’d process the meat in North Dakota and pack it in boxcars with ice before delivering it to homes in Illinois.
And speaking of North Dakota, today’s nice news is about warbirds, donuts, and running. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Bismarck, Fargo, Minot
Here’s something interesting for ya – the Bismarck Tribune has been in publication since 1873, and was the first newspaper to break the story of Custer’s Last Stand.
Also interesting: today’s nice news, featuring a bevvy of babies, a beloved coach, and super-nice Bowman. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Bismarck, Bowman, Fargo, Grand Forks, Harvey, Jamestown, Kulm, Minot, Williston
Guess what – North Dakota has been named the most affordable, safe, and reliable state for drivers, according to the 2018 Bankrate Best States for Drivers Study.
And guess what else? Today’s nice news is about a car club…and honey and computer science. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Minot, Turtle Lake
Did you know there are 30 “Be Nice,” “Be Kind,” “Be Polite,” and “Have a Great Day” billboards by Newman Signs around North Dakota, and they have been around for over 30 years?
And did you know that today’s nice news is all about amazing North Dakota kids? Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Dickinson, Jamestown, West Fargo
Guess what? North Dakota’s population is currently at an all-time high of 760,077 residents, up 4,901 from last year.
And guess what else? Today’s nice news is about sausage making, high school graduating, and hydrant adopting. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Dickinson, Langdon
Here’s a sweet fact: chocolate-covered potato chips – better known as Chippers – were introduced to the world by North Dakota’s George Widman.
And here’s a few more sweet things in today’s nice news: North Dakotans being nice, Sheyenne High students being thoughtful, and a Rugby couple who loves to sing. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Fargo, Hillsboro, Rugby, West Fargo
Guess what: corporate records from the early days of Bobcat Co. are house at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.
And guess what else: today’s nice news is about best friends, better parents, and lutefisk. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Fargo, Grand Forks
Did you know that in 1948, North Dakota raffled off a Dream House in Bismarck by dropping tickets from airplanes? The 5-room, 1-bath house was valued at $20,000 during the raffle and is now for sale for $157,000.
And did you know that today’s nice news is about carbon emissions, All-American football players, and a young rodeo rider? Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Fort Yates, Grand Forks, Jamestown
If you’ve driven on the Enchanted Highway, you have seen Gary Greff’s sculptures – but did you know they are the world’s largest scrap metal art?
And did you know that today’s nice news is about a grocery store, a food pantry, and a class of 4th-graders? Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Dickinson, Grand Forks, New Leipzig
Check out this neat fact: there have been 15 North Dakota-born players in the NHL.
And also, get this: today’s nice news is about a Pearl Harbor survivor, marshmallow igloos, and hot chocolate. Read on.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Bismarck, Dunn Center, New England, West Fargo
Did you know there are really, really generous people in North Dakota? Today’s nice news is only the tip of the iceberg. Read on.
Categories: In the News
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.
Categories: In the News • Tags: Killdeer, New Rockford
