News Center

  • newspapers

    Study reveals information gaps in 'news desert' counties

    A recent survey found North Dakotans in “news desert” counties – areas without a local newspaper – feel less connected to their communities and less informed. The survey, conducted by Coda Ventures as part of the ongoing Future of Local News initiative, had 128 respondents across Dunn, Sioux and Slope counties. The purpose was to explore how the absence of a local newspaper affects civic engagement and community awareness, while gauging potential support for improved local news services.

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  • Local News

    Surveys reveal strong opportunities to strengthen local news in North Dakota

    North Dakota residents and newspaper journalists say local news matters, and bold action is needed to keep it strong. The Future of Local News Initiative steering committee met Aug. 27 in Mandan to review findings from recent community and newspaper industry surveys. The research, conducted by independent firm Coda Ventures, offers valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities facing local journalism in North Dakota.

  • Food Hub News Conference

    Rural grocery and local food hub project advances with major funding

    A regional initiative which seeks to transform the rural food system – helping grocery stores stay open and increasing access to local foods – is advancing in North Dakota. The pilot project will test a rural grocery and local food hub model in the north central region that, if successful, could be replicated elsewhere in North Dakota and rural America.