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Hundreds of high school seniors across north central North Dakota gathered to be celebrated for their academic excellence and community leadership. The 30-year tradition recognizes students as they prepare to take their talents across the country.
A suicide prevention advocate is building a statewide volunteer network to support struggling LGBTQ+ youth across North Dakota's 47 legislative districts. Anyone can join, and volunteers work on their own terms to create resources and connections in their communities.
Six high school graduates from Mohall-Lansford-Sherwood High School just received $15,000 in scholarships to pursue careers that will strengthen rural North Dakota. The awards honor a couple's legacy of investing in their community's future.
The Fargo Vipers just made history, winning North Dakota's first-ever girls flag football championship with an 11-1 season. Dreams that once seemed impossible are now coming true on the field.
Three newly established memorial scholarships have awarded their first grants to North Dakota students pursuing everything from electrical linework to social work. The funds honor local heroes while turning remembrance into real opportunity for the next generation.
After 20 years of welding experience and a decade of planning, Derrek Leapaldt opened Midwest Metalworks in his hometown of Leeds, North Dakota. His new shop is bringing essential fabrication and repair services to a rural community that previously had to travel long distances for help.
A presidential library opening July 4th in North Dakota is breaking every rule in the book. Built into the rugged Badlands landscape, it's designed to teach visitors about life lessons rather than just history.
Taylor Garcia plans 15 weekly activities at a North Dakota long-term care facility, from sing-alongs to chair yoga. His work provides lifelines of connection for residents who might otherwise spend their golden years isolated.
The Wisconsin Badgers pulled off a nail-biting 2-1 victory over North Dakota in the NCAA Frozen Four semifinals, earning their spot in the championship game. They'll face either Michigan or Denver for college hockey's biggest prize.
A mobile wastewater treatment system designed for future lunar bases just arrived at the University of North Dakota for real-world testing. The technology could turn astronaut waste into plant food and clean water, making long-term Moon living possible.
After apartment fires left families homeless in Bismarck-Mandan, a volunteer group is helping victims get back to normal with more than just emergency supplies. They're thinking long term, offering months of support when others have moved on. #
Williston State College celebrated 222 students who earned spots on the President's and Dean's Lists this spring, recognizing their academic excellence and dedication. The achievement spans diverse learners from high school students to adult returners.
A retired first-grade teacher turned her own breast cancer diagnosis into a decade-long mission to support others. Verna Rasmussen has now guided 200 women through their cancer journeys, offering practical tips and emotional support that doctors can't provide.
North Korea's Naegohyang FC claimed the Asian Women's Champions League title with a 1-0 victory over Tokyo Verdy Beleza, extending the nation's remarkable run of success in women's soccer. The win adds another trophy to North Korea's growing collection of international women's soccer championships.
Nearly 40 South Dakota students just won full scholarships that cover tuition and fees, with one catch that's actually great news: they'll use their degrees to build careers right at home. The Dakota Corp Scholarship program is investing in the state's future by funding education in exchange for graduates filling critical job shortages.
North Africa's AI startup scene is heating up fast, with deal activity nearly doubling in 2025 as the broader Middle East and North Africa region pulled in $858 million in AI funding. Egypt alone saw 88% more AI deals than the year before, signaling a wave of new founders building smart tech solutions.
Despite years of political tension, hundreds of South Koreans cheered through pouring rain as a North Korean women's football team defeated a local squad 2-1 on Wednesday. The match marks the first time North Korean athletes have competed in South Korea since 2018.
High school senior Liz Boschee launched a javelin 147 feet to break South Dakota's all-time record and win her championship by 18 feet. Her historic throw capped a remarkable day that saw 13 state records fall at the South Dakota Track and Field Championships.
South Dakota just greenlit a $750 million wind farm that will become the state's largest clean energy generator. The massive project will power thousands of homes while creating jobs in rural Haakon County.
South Dakota just greenlit a $750 million wind farm that will become the state's biggest clean energy project. The massive development will power hundreds of thousands of homes while pumping $145 million into local communities over three decades.
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