Behind the Numbers: How the NDNC Poll Comes Together
Go behind the scenes of North Dakota's public opinion poll. Sabrina Halvorson and Mary Jo Hotzler discuss how the NDNC ensures accuracy, fairness, and a true snapshot of what North Dakotans think.
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Tariff tensions: North Dakota ag feels the heat
As global trade tensions rise, North Dakota’s ag producers are feeling the pressure, from stalled exports to rising equipment and fertilizer costs.
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In this episode, we look at how shifting U.S. tariffs are impacting North Dakota’s farmers and agricultural businesses.
Podcast: Regenerative ranching and capturing carbon
North Dakota ranchers are experimenting with new grazing practices to capture carbon and improve the land. In this episode, reporter Michael Standaert explains how carbon credits, soil science, and cattle management are coming together in the fight against climate change.
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Federal Cuts Threaten Senior Services in North Dakota
Federal cost-cutting is threatening senior support programs across North Dakota, putting both vulnerable older adults and the low-income seniors who volunteer to help them at risk. This episode explores how delayed AmeriCorps funding could unravel decades of quiet community care.
NDNC's Reporting Featured in Award-Winning Series
Reporter Michael Standaert discusses his article that uncovered targeted media manipulation in North Dakota. His work was part of a collaborative effort recognized with the Arthur E. Rowse Award for Excellence in Examining the News Media.
Cyber attacks, grocery stores, and the ripple effect in rural North Dakota
A cyber attack on a major food distributor can cause empty shelves and supply shortages, reaching all the way to rural North Dakota.
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In this episode of The Backstory, North Dakota News Cooperative reporter Michael Standaert discusses his recent story on how a
The Backstory: Impact of Medicaid Changes on North Dakota's Rural Hospitals
What began as a potentially dire outlook for rural hospitals turned into a more nuanced story. In this episode of The Backstory, host Sabrina Halvorson talks with reporter Michael Standaert about his latest article examining changes to Medicaid.
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Standaert breaks down the surprising