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Rise in number of women from North Dakota hitting the campaign trail

September 3, 2012 in The Dickinson Press

In its 123 year history, North Dakota has sent one woman to U.S. Congress, Jocelyn Burdick in 1992, to serve out the remainder of her husband’s term after he passed away. Her Senate tenure lasted three months. Continue Reading

Activists claim success for anti-tobacco campaign

August 2, 2012 in The Dickinson Press

BISMARCK (AP) Supporters of an initiative campaign that would ban smoking in North Dakota bars, motels and other workplaces turned in 21,000 petition signatures Thursday, saying they were confident their efforts would put the issue to a statewide vote. Continue Reading

Strong November for Alerus Center

December 21, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald

Grand Forks’ Alerus Center had a better-than-expected November, though it is still projected to post a loss for the year. Continue Reading

US citizens are boosting vehicle production

December 1, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald

People are finally replacing the cars and trucks they held on to during the economic slump, giving a big boost to U.S. auto sales in November.

Chrysler, Ford, Nissan and Hyundai were among the companies reporting double-digit gains from last November, which is normally a lackluster month because of colder weather and holiday distractions. This November, buyers were lured by good deals, improving confidence in the economy and the need to trade in older cars.
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11-11-11 brings hopes of good luck

November 10, 2011 in Grand Forks Herald

Friday is the 11th day of the 11th month of 2011, and around the country, many people are planning to mark the triple convergence of 11s with a splash, hoping it will bring them good fortune or at least amuse them for a day. Continue Reading

Women charged with voting while ineligible

October 29, 2010 in West Central Tribune

WILLMAR Two Willmar woman face felony charges for voting in the November 2008 election while they were ineligible to vote.
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