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Shaping North Dakota's Electricity Prices

Shaping North Dakota's Electricity Prices

How electricity prices are determined is often less visible than other parts of the energy system, but they’re shaped by a mix of infrastructure, demand, and long-term planning. In this episode, we take a closer look at how those forces interact in North Dakota and what they mean for

The rise of AI in ND schools

The rise of AI in ND schools

Artificial intelligence is entering North Dakota classrooms, and while some educators see new opportunities, some are struggling to keep pace with the fast-moving technology. In this episode, reporter Michael Standaert joins Sabrina Halvorson to break down how schools are navigating AI use, what guidance exists at the state level, and

Has North Dakota only had four females on the state Supreme Court?

Has North Dakota only had four females on the state Supreme Court?

Yes. North Dakota has had only four women serve on its Supreme Court since statehood. The first, Justice Beryl Levine, was appointed in 1985 and broke nearly a century of all-male membership on the state’s highest court. Justice Mary Muehlen Maring followed in 1996, serving nearly two decades. Justice

Does North Dakota have a law that any pharmacy in the state be majority-owned by licensed pharmacists?

Does North Dakota have a law that any pharmacy in the state be majority-owned by licensed pharmacists?

Yes North Dakota law requires that pharmacy permits be issued only to entities majority-owned and actively operated by licensed pharmacists. Under North Dakota Century Code § 43-15-35, a permit may be granted to a licensed pharmacist, to a partnership whose active partners are licensed pharmacists, to a corporation in which licensed

When shelters are full and winter sets in

When shelters are full and winter sets in

North Dakota’s first major winter storm has arrived, and while many families are settling into the holiday season, others are facing a harsher reality: rising evictions, limited shelter space, and growing housing insecurity. In this episode, reporter Michael Standaert joins Sabrina Halvorson to break down the shifting landscape of

Is the cost of the Thanksgiving meal less this year than last, despite most grocery prices being higher?

Is the cost of the Thanksgiving meal less this year than last, despite most grocery prices being higher?

Yes The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 2025 Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Survey finds that the average price of the classic holiday meal for 10 people is about 5% lower than in 2024. The decline is driven primarily by a steep drop in turkey prices—down roughly 16% from 2024—as

North Dakota’s Childcare Challenges

North Dakota’s Childcare Challenges

In this episode of The Backstory, host Sabrina Halvorson and NDNC lead reporter Michael Standaert discuss his recent reporting on childcare in North Dakota. Michael outlines what he heard from parents, providers and community leaders about the ongoing difficulties many families face in finding reliable, affordable care. Backstory 300:00/