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School smartphone bans reflect growing concern over youth mental health and academic performance
The Conversation
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July 11, 2025
The number of states banning smartphones in schools is growing. New York is now the largest state in the U.S. to ban smartphones in public schools. Starting in fall 2025, students will not be allowed to use their phones during the school day,...
Renowned Artist Joins Bethany Staff
KSAL - Kansas
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July 9, 2025
A new Associate Professor of Studio Art is now on staff at Bethany College. According to the school, Don Robson is an accomplished artist and educator. Originally from St. Joseph, Missouri, he brings a wealth of experience in visual arts,...
New Bismarck State women’s wrestling coach sets foundation for the future
KFYR TV - North Dakota
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July 11, 2025
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Bismarck State College is in the midst of a lot of transitions with the biggest being the jump to a four year NAIA program for athletics. In the meantime, the athletic department is also adding women’s wrestling for the...
Leonard Peltier talks freedom, future after nearly 50 years in prison
The Circle News - Minnesota
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July 8, 2025
By Allison Herrera/MPR News Leonard Peltier’s home on the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa reservation is nestled among green prairie grasses at the end of a tree-lined gravel road. His small yard and 2-bedroom home sit below the big skies of...
Happenings around the Perham area, July 10-20
Perham Focus - Minnesota
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July 10, 2025
The Perham Focus accepts community calendar items for publication online and in our Thursday print edition, space permitting. Submissions must be made at least a week in advance of the event date, in writing, to either editor@perhamfocus.com or...
More rural firefighters needed for training program coming to Casselton, N.D., July 19
Farm & Ranch Guide - North Dakota
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A training program for the community, the Rural Firefighters Delivering Ag Safety and Health (RF-DASH) program will be held on Saturday, July 19, at the John Hejl farm near Casselton. Hejl is also the Casselton Fire Chief. “We are excited to share...
NDSU Langdon Research Extension Center to host annual field day on July 24
Tri State Livestock News - South Dakota
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July 10, 2025
The Langdon Research Extension Center (LREC) will be holding its annual field day in cooperation with the Northern Canola Growers Association (NCGA) on Thursday, July 24, beginning at 8:30 a.m. and concluding with a noon meal sponsored by the...
MSU is key in nursing grant across 6 states
NBC Montana
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BOZEMAN, Mont. — Montana State University is a major role in a multi-year grant that helps train over 450 nurses across six western states. The Montana Office for Rural Health and Area Health Education Center acquired the grant back in 2021. The...
This Popular Decor Brand Has a Great Selection of Eclectic Furniture
AOL
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Credit: JHVEPhoto/ShutterstockThis article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. Table of Contents What’s So Great About Anthropologie? What...
How does the WHL respond to Gavin McKenna jumping to the NCAA?
Pembroke Observer and News
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Breadcrumb Trail Links Sports Hockey Junior Hockey WHL commissioner Dan Near contends the development model isn't "suddenly obsolete," but also says "we’re not sitting here with our arms folded, being arrogant about what we do.” Medicine Hat...
After Minnesota lawmaker assassination, politicians rethink office
St. Cloud Times - Minnesota
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Threats and violence against public officials are increasing, causing some to leave office and deterring potential candidates. Heated political rhetoric, often dehumanizing opponents, is contributing to this dangerous climate. Lawmakers are...
Brown retires after 44 years teaching, coaching
Choteau Acantha - Montana
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Having helped to fostered the education of hundreds of students, Chuck “Charlie” Brown of Fairfield is retiring after a 44-year career as a teacher and coach. A native of Great Falls and graduate of Great Falls High School, Brown spent 34 of those...
Duck Dive: USC Football 2025 Preview
Addicted To Quack - Oregon
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July 10, 2025
Special thanks to Alicia de Artola Castillo of Reign of Troy for joining me to discuss USC’s roster on this week’s podcast: On the basis of fundamental per-play performance, USC had a very strong offense in 2024 with top marks in explosive play...
Montana Tops List In Drunk Driving Category
Northern Broadcasting System - Montana
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July 10, 2025
Montana Ranks Number One In Drunk Driving Categories Montana ranks as the worst state for drunk driving. 43.51% of traffic deaths in Montana are caused by drunk drivers the highest in the nation. The state has the worst rate of drunk drivers under...
Sunflowers look ‘impressive’ at Klosterman farm
Cattle Seller
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WYNDMERE, N.D. – Carson Klosterman, who farms in Richland County with his dad, Tom, and wife, Haley, finished up some farm chores and headed down the highway to a lake cabin near Underwood, Minn., where the rest of the Klosterman family was...
Where to Retire? Top 10 Tax-Friendly States for Retirees in the USA (2025)
The Network Journal - New York
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Top 10 Tax-Friendly States for Retirees in the USA (2025): Everyone wants to retire in comfort and in a financially stable state. But, is it always possible to enjoy your after-work life in your home state? Your residential state may or may not...
Documentary takes look at feminist movement
The Minot Daily News - North Dakota
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Buried inside a new documentary about the women’s liberation movement is a gem that lands like a ton of bricks. “Dear Ms.: A revolution in print” blends archival footage with recent interviews of the founders behind the feminist movement’s...
The Growing Role of H-2A Workers in U.S. Agriculture
Successful Farming
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By Christian Valencia and Nick Paulson The H-2A program allows eligible employers in the U.S. an avenue to request and hire foreign workers to fill temporary agricultural jobs. Applicants must be certified and demonstrate a lack of willing,...
Every Dirty Gift Trump’s Big Bill Gives the Fossil Fuel Industry
Rolling Stone
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July 10, 2025
Last week, President Donald Trump signed what is likely the most regressive U.S. tax-and-spending bill in U.S. history, giving the top one percent of families more than $1 trillion in tax cuts while slashing Medicaid health coverage and food...
Author shares ‘Iowa’s Connection to The Titanic’ during History on Second Tuesday
The Times Republican - Iowa
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T-R PHOTOS BY MIKE DONAHEY — Author Darcy Dougherty Maulsby of Lake City during her presentation of “Iowa’s Connection to the Titanic” Tuesday evening at the Historical Society of Marshall County. Darcy Dougherty Mausby of Lake City is pictured...