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McFeely: Burgum building presidential campaign four Iowans at a time
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FARGO — If Fb is correct — and you’ll’t query the veracity of the social media platform that is turned hundreds of thousands of People into frothing, misinformed, indignant morons — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum’s meet-and-greet in Iowa was nearer to a one-man present than a presidential launch.
A web page run by the Republican Occasion of Story County,
host of the gathering, signifies 4 (4) folks attended the occasion at a bakery in Nevada on March 24.
Nevada, by the way in which, is a metropolis in Iowa, not the state during which Las Vegas is situated. We do not know if there’s an Iowa, Nevada, however we do know there’s an Oregon, Ohio, and a Wyoming, Minnesota.
Who’s on first? Sure.
Who? Sure.
I am asking who’s on first! Completely.
Anyway,
it is believed Burgum is testing the presidential waters
by
dipping his Carhartts into the early caucus state of Iowa
. That was the supposed function of the gathering.
That solely 4 (4) folks turned out for Burgum just isn’t as dire because it appears. The identical Fb web page confirmed six (6) folks saying they had been in assembly and greeting Burgum, which is healthier than 4 (4), however sources say two did not present after they came upon there would not be free kolaches.
Burgum’s gotta find out how a lot folks love free kolaches. Hand them out at
the Fargo-Cuba border
and
the 9 (9) employees who’ve moved to North Dakota due to the governor’s “Discover the Good Life” marketing campaign
could be properly into the low double-digits.
Drawing a crowd that might match right into a cellphone sales space, in the event that they nonetheless existed, shouldn’t dissuade Burgum from working for president. A small Republican turnout in Story County just isn’t surprising because it’s residence to Iowa State College and due to this fact tons of America-hating liberals who get their jollies indoctrinating our children that Black folks and gays exist.
Rumor is, on the identical night time Burgum was on the bakery in Nevada (Iowa) being drowned out by the sound of crickets there was a public orgy down the street in Ames that included folks dressed like Mickey Mouse and Alvin Bragg.
Disgusting! All people is aware of no actual Iowan would gown woke for an orgy.
In Actual Iowa, it is Vladimir Putin and Sean Hannity that get folks’s engines cranking. Each as soon as in awhile you will nonetheless see any individual dressed just like the late Rush Limbaugh, however that is a little bit too creepy even for Iowa. Now if you happen to’re speaking South Dakota …
Had Burgum gone to Actual Iowa, he in all probability would’ve drawn a crowd of seven or eight. Actual Iowa plus free kolaches? Then you definitely’re taking a look at 14 with an out of doors probability at 20, relying on the standard of the kolaches.
Burgum ought to run as a result of it might be good for North Dakota. He may inform the inspiring story of the state’s financial success.
“Harold Hamm discovered get our oil out of the bottom. Some other questions?”
Extra necessary, it might be good for North Dakota’s media. Particularly, me. Are you able to think about the fabric? Burgum jousting with Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, Mike Pence, Mike Pompeo and, after all, the GOP elephant within the room — Vivek Ramaswamy. Two tech wonks debating crypto. These columns will fly off the fingertips.
Getting the possibility to spend a number of days on the Iowa State Truthful within the firm of Scott Hennen to chronicle a North Dakotan making historical past as a presidential candidate has lengthy been a objective, simply forward of getting my thumbs smashed with a hammer whereas Janna Myrdal lectures me on the ills of abortion.
Possibly I may persuade the boss to ship Tony Bender alongside for the corn canine jokes. Would take the sting off.
Talking of corn canines, is there any doubt DeSantis would not stand an opportunity in opposition to Burgum on a debate stage? Come to consider it, is there any doubt DeSantis would not stand an opportunity in opposition to a corn canine on a debate stage? Dude’s received the charisma of the wood stick in a corn canine.
Announce a run, governor. You don’t need that nerd Ramaswamy getting the higher hand. He is already forward of you two books to none and he is an everyday on Hannity. No worries, although. Now the ability of kolache. Throw a little bit free kuchen on the Iowawegians and he will not stand an opportunity.
Mike McFeely is a columnist for The Discussion board of Fargo-Moorhead. He started working for The Discussion board within the Nineteen Eighties whereas he was a pupil learning journalism at Minnesota State College Moorhead. He is been with The Discussion board full time since 1990, minus a six-year hiatus when he hosted a neighborhood radio talk-show.
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The most deadly time to drive is between Memorial Day and Labor Day
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NORTH DAKOTA (KXNET) — The hundred-day span between Memorial Day and Labor Day is marked as the most deadly period on the road here in North Dakota.
According to the North Dakota Department of Transportation’s 2022 crash summary report, fatal crashes are twice as likely during this time.
That’s why North Dakota leaders are urging drivers to not fall into a “false sense of security” during the bright and cheery days of summer.
According to Travel and Leisure, North Dakota has been marked as the state with the most reckless drivers.
There’s a range of reasons for this from drunk driving to speeding. But another reason is that when the snow clears, North Dakota drivers are eager to get out more and drive faster than they would in the snow, according to the North Dakota Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety Division director.
And because North Dakota has some of the lowest citation fees in the nation, ranging from $5 to $100, the Highway Patrol’s safety and education officer says that drivers aren’t given enough deterrents to drive safely.
However, with growing concerns about safety, there could be talk of increasing citation amounts in coming legislative sessions.
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NDGF taking proactive measures to prevent aquatic nuisance species from spreading
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BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) – Aquatic nuisance species are nonnative plants, animals and pathogens that can threaten our aquatic resources. The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is taking proactive measures to stop the spread of ANS into our waterbodies by conducting watercraft inspections at popular boat ramps statewide.
“We got watercraft inspectors that are working throughout this summer around the state of North Dakota to check boats, to educate boat owners to do the right things at ramps, make sure boats are all clean, drain, dry before recreating here,” said Ben Holen, NDGF Aquatic Nuisance Species Coordinator.
What can anglers or watercraft recreationists expect when they come to an ANS inspection?
“A watercraft inspector will ask a few questions, only takes a couple minutes, and then they look at the hull of the boat. They’re looking at the engine area, looking at the anchor and also looking at all drain compartments, making sure all water is out of that watercraft. Everything is drained. Everything is cleaned, drained, dry before you get on that water body,” said Holen.
These watercraft inspections are voluntary and most people are cooperative and thankful the Game and Fish Department is spearheading efforts to stop the spread of ANS.
“We see a lot of our fishermen are really educated about aquatic nuisance species. They’re pulling their plugs every time, removing vegetation, doing the right things. Occasionally there are slip-ups, but that’s why our inspectors are out here making sure that those boats are good to go,” said Holen.
It’s not only fishing boats that are inspected, it’s all watercraft.
“So whether you’re a jet skier, a kayak, a canoer, a wakeboarder, you all play a part in curbing the spread of aquatic nuisance species in North Dakota,” said Holen.
The purpose of these inspections is to educate the public so they can help curb the spread of ANS.
“We can’t be at every ramp, every single circumstance, so hopefully some of these recreationists can take the tools that they learn from watercraft inspectors and apply them on their own when they’re out there recreating on their own and do a self-inspection,” said Holen.
The Game and Fish Department is committed to safeguarding our natural resources for future generations to enjoy.
“So we really, really like to keep it that way and keep these resources pristine for a long time,” said Holen.
For more information on Aquatic Nuisance Species, visit gf.nd.gov
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How gas prices have changed in North Dakota in the last week – 7/19/2024
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STACKER — The typically busy summer driving season tends to lead to more demand for gasoline and, in turn, higher prices at the pump. But that hasn’t happened this summer, and analysts aren’t sure of the reason.
“[Drivers] appear to be staying off the road, and the recent scorching heat is possibly to blame. Maybe things will pick up soon,” AAA spokesperson Andrew Gross said in a statement Thursday, adding that prices could dip even lower.
Prices are several cents above their levels a month ago, but a gallon of gas is still cheaper than it was this same time last summer. The U.S. has been producing a large amount of gasoline to bolster domestic supply, another factor that can push prices downward. The total amount of gasoline in the U.S. supply is slightly above the five-year average, according to Energy Information Administration data.
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in North Dakota. Gas prices are as of July 19.
North Dakota by the numbers
– Gas current price: $3.39
– Week change: $0.00 (0.0%)
– Year change: -$0.08 (-2.3%)
– Historical expensive gas price: $4.80 (6/15/22)
– Diesel current price: $3.65
– Week change: -$0.01 (-0.2%)
– Year change: -$0.13 (-3.3%)
– Historical expensive diesel price: $5.62 (6/25/22)
Metros with most expensive gas in North Dakota
#1. Minot: $3.48
#2. Bismarck: $3.48
#3. Grand Forks (ND only): $3.27
#4. Fargo-Moorhead (ND only): $3.24
States with the most expensive gas
#1. California: $4.72
#2. Hawaii: $4.70
#3. Washington: $4.27
States with the least expensive gas
#1. Mississippi: $3.00
#2. Louisiana: $3.10
#3. Texas: $3.12
This article originally appeared on Stacker, and was produced and distributed through a partnership with Stacker Studio. It has been republished pursuant to a CC by NC 4.0 License.
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