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Concussion safety is a “no-brainer”

Concussion safety is a “no-brainer”

A young athlete gets up after a hard hit and says they’re fine. But what should parents and coaches watch for, and how do they know when that student needs medical attention? In this episode of The Backstory, host Sabrina Halvorson talks with Dr. Torsten Rotto, a Sanford Health

Does hosting wind turbines provide farmers with additional income?

Does hosting wind turbines provide farmers with additional income?

Yes. Wind projects provide farmers with substantial economic benefits while allowing most land to remain in agricultural use. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory estimates about 98% of land within a typical wind project remains available for farming, grazing, or other uses. Meanwhile, farmers who host turbines can receive long-term

Tom Gerhardt: Behind the scenes of North Dakota journalism

Tom Gerhardt: Behind the scenes of North Dakota journalism

Veteran North Dakota journalist Tom Gerhardt reflects on his career, the transformation of news technology and the role local journalists play in building trust within their communities.

North Dakota doctor recounts extraordinary Greenland expedition

North Dakota doctor recounts extraordinary Greenland expedition

Dr. Jon Solberg discusses serving as the expedition physician during a dangerous journey across Greenland and the lessons he brought home to North Dakota.

Is the United States energy independent because it is a net exporter of energy?

Is the United States energy independent because it is a net exporter of energy?

Record energy production has changed America’s role in global markets, but the meaning of energy independence is more complicated.

Rising costs deepen uncertainty for North Dakota farmers

Rising costs deepen uncertainty for North Dakota farmers

Higher diesel and fertilizer costs are colliding with trade tensions and uneven growing conditions, making harvest and future planning more difficult for North Dakota farmers.

Is the EPA proposing to let states eliminate public notice and comment for some air pollution permits, including those for data centers and power plants?

Is the EPA proposing to let states eliminate public notice and comment for some air pollution permits, including those for data centers and power plants?

Yes. The EPA is proposing to remove public participation as a federal minimum requirement for state and local minor New Source Review programs. Those programs govern permits for new minor stationary pollution sources and minor modifications to existing sources. Current federal rules generally require agencies to make permit information publicly