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Some baking ingredients such as chocolate chips will no longer be covered under federal food assistance benefits next year under a change to North Dakota’s program. (Photo by Amy Dalrymple/North Dakota Monitor)

Some baking ingredients such as chocolate chips will no longer be covered under federal food assistance benefits next year under a change to North Dakota’s program. (Photo by Amy Dalrymple/North Dakota Monitor)

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USDA approves North Dakota request to ban candy, soda purchases with SNAP

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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
By Jeff Beech/North Dakota Monitor North Dakotans receiving federal food assistance will not be able to use those benefits to pay for candy, soda and some other foods, after the state implements changes approved by the Trump administration.The U.S.
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December Legislative update

News Staff
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Submitted by District 19 Senator Janne Myrdal Looking out my window today, the blowing snow is announcing that winter is truly here. We finished a super late harvest a week after Thanksgiving, and I am so very grateful snow stayed away until now. But where has this year gone? It's almost 2026!
North Dakota Supreme Court Justice Lisa Fair McEvers asks questions during a Dec. 18, 2023, hearing in Bismarck. (Photo by Kyle Martin For the North Dakota Monitor)

North Dakota Supreme Court Justice Lisa Fair McEvers asks questions during a Dec. 18, 2023, hearing in Bismarck. (Photo by Kyle Martin For the North Dakota Monitor)

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North Dakota names first female Supreme Court chief justice

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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
By Mary Steurer/North Dakota Monitor Lisa Fair McEvers has been elected the first female chief justice of the North Dakota Supreme Court.She earned about 83% of the vote by sitting justices and district court judges.
The Wild World of Weeds Workshop will provide updates on weed control and herbicide research conducted by NDSU faculty. (NDSU photo)

The Wild World of Weeds Workshop will provide updates on weed control and herbicide research conducted by NDSU faculty. (NDSU photo)

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Wild World of Weeds Workshop set for Jan. 20

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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The event will provide updates on NDSU weed control and herbicide research.North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension will host the 28th annual Wild World of Weeds Workshop on Jan. 20, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Fargodome in Fargo, North Dakota.
RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

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RED RIVER FARM NETWORK

News Staff
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Beet stock values – American Crystal Sugar Company sugar beet stock trading continues to be slow, said Acres & Shares broker, Jayson Menke. Last week, 15 shares were brokered at $4,200 per share. Menke said there have only been 60 shares brokered and this was the third brokered sale of the season.
Farmer Tyler Stafslien stands in front of storage silos holding grain and soybeans in Ryder, North Dakota on Nov. 14, 2025. The tariff war with China forced Stafslien to store more of his soybeans this harvest season. Photo: Gabrielle Nelson/Buffalo’s Fire

Farmer Tyler Stafslien stands in front of storage silos holding grain and soybeans in Ryder, North Dakota on Nov. 14, 2025. The tariff war with China forced Stafslien to store more of his soybeans this harvest season. Photo: Gabrielle Nelson/Buffalo’s Fire

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Soybeans have been a top U.S. ag export for decades. What happens when the top buyer stops buying?

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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The Trump administration has announced $12 billion in relief for farmers but that won’t cover all their losses.Tyler Stafslien is a fourth-generation farmer who’s worked his family’s land in central North Dakota for about 20 years.
Along the way | Home for the holidays

Along the way | Home for the holidays

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Along the way | Home for the holidays

Christine Jensen
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The holiday season is upon us, filled with various activities to brighten our spirits and find hope in the possibilities of joy and connection despite the difficulties and transitions we experience as a part of life.
Bowesmont lives By Saralee Hoselton

Bowesmont lives By Saralee Hoselton

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Bowesmont lives By Saralee Hoselton

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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
On Wednesday, Kris Tucker of St. Thomas came to the home of Gayle McConnell and took her out for lunch.On Thursday evening, Merv and Phyllis Holter picked up Saralee Hoselton and took her to the H.G. Johnson Hall, where they were among those who attended the Tree of Lights ceremony and chili supper.
Avoiding multitasking and putting on your favorite Christmas music while doing seasonal tasks can do wonders to lighten the feeling of seasonal stress.

Avoiding multitasking and putting on your favorite Christmas music while doing seasonal tasks can do wonders to lighten the feeling of seasonal stress.

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Prairie Doc Perspective: Happy Holidays! Use occupations to balance seasonal stress

Karen Hebert, Ph.d. & Mackenzie Feldhacker,
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The holiday season is fast approaching with all its festive occupations like decorating the house, buying and wrapping presents and preparing and serving holiday meals.
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