Nearly half of young children in the United States live in childcare deserts, according to a new analysis. In North Dakota, at least 14 counties meet less than 60% of the demand for childcare. The Center for American Progress says the gap is even higher in remote communities, creating a stark ...

FARGO – Area students are among 50 participants selected for the 2026 session of the North Dakota Governor’s School, hosted at North Dakota State University. Participants include scholars from 29 North Dakota high schools who have demonstrated exceptional talent, achievement and interest in ...

Due to weather conditions, First District Health Unit announced it is postponing its Summer Fun Fair for kids that had been scheduled for today, June 2. The event now will be held on Tuesday, June 9, from 4-7 p.m. at the health unit. There will be free games, activities and a bike helmet check. ...

SIMCOE – Nearly 30 volunteers were digging in the dirt and planting vegetables last week to ensure food pantry patrons can enjoy fresh produce this summer and fall. For the eighth year, volunteers were planting a garden near Simcoe, located southeast of Minot in McHenry County, for The ...

Several volunteers with the Northwest Association of Horticulture (NoAH) were beautifying the Amtrak train station with flowers on Saturday, May 30, continuing a tradition started by the garden club about 40 years ago.“ “NoAH originated in about 1985 and this was one of the first ...

Thanks to area donors and a national recycling program, Noah Turner will be heading home to North Carolina in style soon. Turner was presented with a refurbished 2015 Chevrolet Impala on Saturday, May 30, through the National Auto Body Council’s Recycled Rides program. The presentation was ...