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News from North Dakota covering Native issues, politics, environment, education and more.
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Concerns grow about Christian nationalism in North Dakota

North Dakotans call on state to deny permits for carbon capture project
By Grace Fiori
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Indigenous education director seeks to build relationships with parents, emphasizes mental health
By Adrianna Adame
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North Dakota Department of Public Instruction gives tribal curriculum guides a digital overhaul
By Adrianna Adame
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ShineThe Shine series explores limitations and solutions to government transparency in Indian Country.
Celebrating a Decade: Indian Education Summit hosts 36 workshops to empower Native educators
By Adrianna Adame
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Tribe goes back to its roots with a massive greenhouse operation
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North Dakota Growth Fund a ‘capital multiplier’ for local entrepreneurs
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2024 Twin Buttes Celebration contest winners
By Jodi Rave Spotted Bear
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Some think Legacy Fund could be a more effective, innovative tool
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Bismarck Juneteenth celebration calls for liberation, acknowledgment of Black history
Organizers push for North Dakota to recognize Juneteenth as an official holiday
By Adrianna Adame and Adrianna Adame
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Legislative primary races to watch
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North Dakota changes course on tribal redistricting case, asks US Supreme Court to rule
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From Bismarck Public Schools to state leadership: Sashay Schettler’s new role
By Adrianna Adame
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Baesler says NDGOP doesn’t reflect voters’ views on education
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Spirit Lake Tribe declares State of Emergency, enters lockdown
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Tribes ask court to end North Dakota’s appeal of Native voting rights victories
By Adrianna Adame
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Heather Demaray elected as Indigenous Parent Advisory Committee chairperson, new officers picked by majority vote
By Adrianna Adame
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Indigenous Parent Advisory Committee to hold election on Wednesday, encourages participation from Indigenous families
By Adrianna Adame
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Testimony shows Burgum didn’t want DAPL to escalate into a standoff
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Five Native American artists have recently been selected to receive $5,000 each for a new Indigenous Artist Growth & Development Fellowship
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