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Renters’ Rights Bill Fails in North Dakota Legislature

State representatives seemed to feel that the measure made things too difficult for landlords and property owners.

BISMARCK, N.D. – The bill that required landlords and tenants to be present for move-in and move-out inspections in North Dakota had failed to pass. The committee had previously recommended the bill not pass pass prior to the vote as concerns were raised for the rights of landlords and property owners. Representative Jared Hendrix and members from the social media…

College student find job opportunities at NDSU’s Spring Career Expo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Job seekers flock to the Fargodome to meet with potential employers at NDSU’s Spring Career Expo. The university puts on several job expos each year, giving students a better chance at finding employment straight out of college. Employers were there to fill both full and part time positions they have available. While the event is not…

Trudeau says Trump tariffs will be postponed by at least 30 days

President Donald Trump, center, takes part in a signing ceremony in the President’s Room after the 60th Presidential Inauguration, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at the U.S. Capitol in Washington. Surrounding the president are, from left, Senate Majority Leader Sen. John Thune, R-S.D.; Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.; Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb.; Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn.; Vice President JD Vance;…

Nutrition Nation Opens in West Fargo

The store, formerly known as Bubbly Nutrition, is now in the hands of a dedicated husband-and-wife team.

Some of the offerings at the rebranded Nutrition Nation in West Fargo.WEST FARGO, N.D. – New owners, a new name, and new enthusiasm for a nutrition store in West Fargo. Bubbly Nutrition on 13th Ave South was being run by the owners of Nutrition World. Now that they feel they’ve got the business in a good place, they’ve turned it…

National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day Brings Customers out in Droves

Multiple parlors in the F-M area offered special items to celebrate the holiday.

Some of the customers waiting inside The Silver Lining Creamery downtown.FARGO, N.D. – Breakfast for dinner is a staple of Midwestern cuisine. But, it turns out – ice cream for breakfast is pretty darned popular too. Saturday was National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day, and people turned out in huge numbers for treats despite the chilly weather. Lundy’s in West…

The Silver Lining Creamery Re-Opens With New Promises to Customers

Ownership outlined their goals for 2025 in a Facebook post earlier this week.

FARGO, N.D. – A popular downtown Fargo ice cream parlor is re-opening with some big guarantees to its clientele. The Silver Lining Creamery on Broadway has been on winter break since January 11. They’ll re-open on Saturday morning for National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. They are pledging that in 2025 they will not add any artificial dyes to their…

Prospective Growers, Industry Experts Meet for Hemp Summit

There are many potential uses for industrial hemp, such as in the creation of building materials.

WAHPETON, N.D. – At the brand-new Väderstad building in Wahpeton, members of all parts of the industrial hemp industry met to discuss its viability as a potential crop for the region. Harold Stanislawski of the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute says that this year’s Northland Industrial Hemp Summit is all about building relationships. “We’re willing to cooperate and collaborate with one…

North Dakota Bill Requires Divestment From Chinese-Owned Companies

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — North Dakota lawmakers are considering a bill that would divest money from the Legacy Fund away from Chinese-owned businesses. If passed, the bill would also initiate a review of all Legacy Fund investments to determine which direct holdings include securities of any Chinese companies. Indirect investments in Chinese-owned companies, such as through a mutual fund, would…

Egg Prices are Soaring…Don’t Expect That to Change Anytime Soon

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Bird flu is forcing farmers to slaughter millions of chickens a month, pushing U.S. egg prices to more than double their cost in the summer of 2023. And it appears there may be no relief in sight, given the surge in demand as Easter approaches. The average price per dozen nationwide hit $4.15 in December. That’s not quite as high as the $4.82…