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North Dakota researchers find cost-effective way to extract rare-earth elements from coal

North Dakota researchers find cost-effective way to extract rare-earth elements from coal

The U.S. is trying to reduce its dependence on China for the critical minerals and rare-earth elements needed to build everything from batteries for electric vehicles to military weapons systems. Part of the solution might come from a new extraction process developed in North Dakota.
by Dan Gunderson

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American Crystal Sugar reports a record crop despite drought

American Crystal Sugar reports a record crop despite drought

Moorhead-based American Crystal Sugar Company is reporting a record crop in 2023 as the sugar beet cooperative marks its 50th anniversary.
by Dan Gunderson

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Son of U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer crashes during police chase, killing North Dakota sheriff's deputy

Son of U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer crashes during police chase, killing North Dakota sheriff's deputy

The 42-year-old son of U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer crashed into a North Dakota sheriff’s vehicle during a police chase, pushing it into a deputy and killing him, according to authorities and the Republican senator’s family. 
by The Associated Press

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North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ends 2024 Republican presidential bid

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ends 2024 Republican presidential bid

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has ended his 2024 Republican presidential bid. He blamed the Republican National Committee for arbitrary debate qualifications in dropping his campaign before the fourth presidential debate on Wednesday.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota fiddle builder brings new life to an old Norwegian folk instrument

Minnesota fiddle builder brings new life to an old Norwegian folk instrument

Master fiddle builder Bud Larsen is passing on his knowledge of the Hardanger fiddle to apprentices in the Fargo-Moorhead area. His work is creating a new generation of fiddle makers and players.
by Dan Gunderson

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