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WATCH: A recap of the final day of the North Dakota state track and field meet, Highlights from the EDC softball and baseball tournaments
On the final day of the North Dakota state track and field meet at the MDU Resources Community Bowl in Bismarck, we had new team champions for both boys and girls, and in both classes. On the field, Grand Forks Central’s Ethan Smith swept all three throwing events, an accomplishment that hasn’t been done in over a century. Watch the full recap below.
STATE TRACK AND FIELD RECAP – 0:00-2:10
After the weather pushed the EDC softball and baseball tournaments on its heels, eight teams are set to appear at the state tournaments next weekend. Horace baseball wins its first ever state qualifier game against Devils Lake to make the program’s first appearance at teh state tournament. Fargo North softball wins the EDC for the first time since 2019, and Shanley baseball stays undefeated in the conference. The Deacons will be the number one seed at the state tournament in Dickinson. Watch the full highlights below.
EDC Baseball State Qualifier: Horace 10, Devils Lake 6 – 2:11-2:38
EDC Baseball State Qualifier: Sheyenne 2, Davies 9 – 2:39-3:12
EDC Baseball Semifinal Scores: Horace 2, North 7 – Sheyenne 0, Shanley 4 – 3:13-3:22
EDC Softball Championship: North 4, West Fargo 3 – 3:23-4:00
EDC Softball State Qualifier Scores: Valley City 2, Red River 12 – Davies 1, Sheyenne 2 – 4:01-4:07
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Photos from the First Day of the 3rd Annual North Dakota Renaissance Faire
The 3rd Annual Original North Dakota Renaissance Faire opened on Saturday, June 15 at the North Dakota Horse Park. Upcoming event dates are June 22-23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Chargers Quarterback, Easton Stick hosting Quarterback Camp at North Dakota State University
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) – Some of the best young quarterbacks around will be making their way to NDSU to show off their skills and also become better.
Current Los Angeles Chargers Quarterback, Easton Stick is hosting a football camp for 50 players from 9th grade to college on Wednesday, June 19th, from 9 am to 5 pm at North Dakota State University.
During his time at North Dakota State University, Stick achieved an impressive 49-3 record as a starter, the most wins by a starting quarterback in Football Championship Subdivision history.
Stick was drafted in the fifth round in the 2019 draft by the Chargers. He recently re-signed with the team on a one-year deal in March.
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Why Windmill Blades May No Longer Land In North Dakota Landfills
North Dakota stands to benefit significantly from recent advances in windmill blade recycling, as it embraces an “All of the Above” energy status.
As a prominent wind energy producer, handling the disposal of end-of-life turbine blades has become a top priority.
Because of their complicated composition, these gigantic blades, which may be over 50 meters long, were traditionally meant for landfills. However, new recycling methods are changing the story, bringing economic and environmental benefits to North Dakota.
Researchers and businesses are developing innovative methods for breaking down and repurposing these long-lasting materials. One of the most promising ways is mechanical recycling, which involves cutting blades into little pieces and grinding them into fine particles.
These particles can then be used as reinforcement in concrete or asphalt, increasing the strength and durability of the products while decreasing waste. This approach might greatly aid North Dakota’s infrastructure projects by delivering low-cost materials for road building and repair.
Another novel approach is thermal recycling, which uses high temperatures to degrade composite materials into reusable fibers and resins. This procedure not only reduces landfill use, but it also recovers important raw materials, helping to create a circular economy.
Additionally, chemical recycling is gaining popularity. This method employs solvents to dissolve the glue that holds the fiberglass together, allowing both the fiberglass and the resin to be extracted for other applications.
Implementing these strategies in North Dakota could lead to new business possibilities and jobs in the recycling and manufacturing industries.
North Dakota might play a vital role in implementing and profiting from these technologies.
Businesses are investing in collaborations and pilot programs to scale up recycling processes, with the goal of achieving zero waste in the wind sector by 2040. These improvements are consistent with North Dakota’s aims of promoting economic development and becoming a net-zero carbon state.
As wind energy grows, the successful recycling of windmill blades is a vital step toward reaching sustainability goals.
By converting garbage into resources, North Dakota not only solves environmental concerns but also prepares the way for a more resilient and environmentally sustainable future.
The partnership between academics, manufacturers, and politicians demonstrates the shared commitment to transforming obstacles into opportunities, ensuring that renewable energy remains a green and circular option for future generations.
This proactive strategy has the potential to position North Dakota as a pioneer in sustainable energy techniques included in it’s “All of the Above” approach.
With the technology coming around to recycle and repurpose wind turbines, the only thing keeping North Dakota from creating more jobs and making our state and nation more energy independent is bias.
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