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Pembina County 4-H Project Day: A hands-on hit

Nearly 60 Pembina County youth (58 participants) gathered on April 11 at Cavalier Public School for an engaging and energetic 4-H Project Day.

Armstrong: State budget needs balance, not unsustainable growth

For two decades, North Dakota has experienced remarkable growth. We’ve invested heavily in critical infrastructure, expanded behavioral health services, improved water systems and supported our communities in meaningful ways.Much of that growth was necessary.

Poll: Support slips in North Dakota for Trump tariff policies

Trump approval remains high, but softening; war, economy top concernsSupport for President Donald Trump’s tariff and economic policies slipped in North Dakota since he took office, a new North Dakota Poll has found.Asked whether they approved or disapproved of the U.S.

North Dakotans reminded to call before you dig

Governor Kelly Armstrong proclaimed April as Safe Digging Month in North Dakota. In recognition, the North Dakota Public Service Commission (PSC) reminds everyone of the potential dangers and consequences of digging without first clicking or calling 8-1-1, North Dakota’s Call Before You Dig number.

NDFB launches 2026 photo contest highlighting agriculture

By Valley News and Views Staff The North Dakota Farm Bureau (NDFB) Promotion and Education Committee has opened its annual photo contest, inviting photographers to capture the spirit of agriculture across the state.Entries will be accepted through Sept.

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

Hoeven announces major USDA research expansion in North Dakota — North Dakota is set to expand its role in federal agricultural research under a new USDA reorganization plan.

Hoeven: USDA issues second round of disaster assistance for producers with 2023, 2024 losses

Payments come from ag disaster assistance funding secured in December 2024U.S. Sen. John Hoeven on April 24 said the U.S.

North Dakota Parks and Rec expands summer day camp program to five locations

Registration opens May 1The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department will open registration for its Summer Day Camp series on May 1 at 9 a.m., offering expanded opportunities for children to explore the outdoors across the state.

Value of North Dakota oil rises as Iran war upends markets

Operators are trying to boost production from existing wells, but no surge in new drilling is expectedNorth Dakota oil shipped on the Dakota Access Pipeline is fetching nearly $7 more per barrel than a U.S. benchmark price amid volatility caused by the Iran war.

Along the way | Teaching and learning

Inspiration comes in various experiences that touch our hearts and resonate with our understanding of unity and community. In those sanctifying moments of awareness, we find the thread of our connections to be a shared acclamation of our togetherness.