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Governor's/Community picinic
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As my final 2.5 weeks of internship approach up here in the grand state of Alaska I've been reflecting on all of the wonderful things I've seen and experienced, from the midnight sun, the endless amount of glaciers, the inspirational wildlife, mosquitos that rival the homegrown ones in Williston, t...
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16-18 Boys State Baseball Tourney
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Good luck guys!!! You have a 1 outta 3 chance of moving on. But I'm curious. 1. If they do win, will they be allowed to move on to regionals? After all, the Keybirds have a pretty good shot at moving on too and it may be difficult to raise the funds for both. 2. Why are there only 3 teams participating in t...
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WALK IN CLINIC
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Does anyone know of the Walk in Clinic in the Plainsman Building? When it is supposed to get up and running? And what thier hours will be?
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McCain vs Obama
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-- Edited by SKM at 01:40, 2008-09-03
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Excellent comment in todays Herald guestbook.
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Hats off to all of those firemen who worked so hard to keep the rogue 4th of July fires at hand. Your dedication to protecting the rest of us is very much appreciated! Thank you!
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Virgil Syverson Memorial
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Hello everyone. I dont write on this thing very often, if at all, but I do pay attention to whats going on in Williston. I like to get straight to the point of what I am talking about so here goes. I read in the Herald yesterday about the Virgil Syverson Memorial. It was a great picture and I'm glad for a...
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Question about corp land....
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I'm going camping out at Beaver Bay over the 4th of July and I'm wondering if anyone knows if I can use a 4 wheeler to go up and down the ramp to carry my fishing gear and cooler without getting in trouble by the corp. I ask this only because of the corps reputation of being hardcore on rules like this. Just...
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June elections.
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Alright everyone, here's some big news. I have asked the members on this site that are candidates for the June park board elections if they'd be willing to have a message board debate sometime this month. They've all agreed. I have assured them all that I would run this in a format that was fair to all...
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It's time to migrate home
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I've been looking into coming back to Williston to visit my family this summer and have done some research on the cost of travel that I thought was pretty interesting. 1. The cost of gasoline has obviously skyrocketed over the year ($4.16 here), thus driving back to Williston would become very costly...
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Verbal Versus Text conversations
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I understand how comments made here can be taken out of context, but doesn't the same hold true in verbal conversations as well? In fact, it seems to me we see people's comments being misconstrued by the media all the time. So verbal versus text... 1. A person doesn't have time to really digest a comme...
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Escalating fuel/gas prices
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So is anyone doing anything to help defray/offset the hit on thier pocketbooks with the ever raising cost of fuel/gas? I consolidate trips and try to do my purchasing on the way home from work. is Ethenol the answer? is hybrid electro/gas? what about biodiesel or svo(straight veggie oil)? -- Edited b...
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Phish Phans?
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Just curious, are there any Phish fans out there?
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Cleaning the City
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Sounds like a great idea for the inmates to be working on "city beautification" projects. I would utilize people "not working" who are drawing welfare and social benefits. I'M guessing the ALCU would find some "violation" of the rights of these individuals. ...
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Politics VS Public Service
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Let me start by saying that I've been all around the world and back again. I grew up in Williston. I've lived in a city of almost a million people and I've lived in a village in Uganda. I've witnessed many forms of "politics" from a corrupt, third world president to questionable local elec...
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The Bachelorette
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Williston native..... Anyone know anymore information? http://www.fansofrealitytv.com/forums/bachelorette/74913-jon-bachelorette-4-a.html
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What's your best time waster?
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http://magic.pen.fizzlebot.com/ This game is too addicting...good luck!
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Insomnia.....
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. What is it!!? I'll try anything (with in reason) at this point!!!!!!!!!!!!!! -- Edited by SKM at 01:55, 2008-09-03
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Under 21 at the Rivers Edge
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I recently heard a rumor that the Edge is going to have a section for people under 21, anyone else hear this?? I dont think that would be legal.
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Where are you 1990ers?
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Are Shayla, Bruce and I the only ones here from 1990?
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Sorry for not posting much....
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Since Denver there's been alot going on. I've been playing catch-up both at home and at work. With the weather getting nicer and baseball starting and softball starting and yardwork, and.... You guys get the point. I'm also working on something big for the board to take place very soon so stay post...
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Drug Court
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NO WAY IN HELL EVER!!! There is noway I will allow the Government to tell me whats "best" for my child!! So, if your child happens to be an addict...what then? If your child "uses" the parents go to jail? Lockem up is what the the Government is trying to do!!! NO fricken way!!...
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Why we carry guns....
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Public Forum
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I saw in the Herald, that there will be a public forum on May 31st at the Public Library...all candidates for office will be invited. I really hope people will turn out and see what they are going to elect. Ask some questions...preferably "hardies", "not softies"... related to...
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Some pretty Amazing photos....
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Air Force training squadron flying in a never-done-before "USA" formation over the control tower of Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas
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Oh please, please, please bring one to Williston!!!
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FARGO, N.D. (AP) -- The Marcil Group has announced a franchise development agreement with Firkin Group of Pubs, including plans to bring 60 restaurants to nine states in the Midwest.
The Marcil Group, a private real estate operating company, says it expects to open the first Firkin pubs in North D...
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Circus Protestors and Illegal Aliens
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Now that we know the stance of everyone on the treatment of animals in circus's .. How much energy do you all put into solving the illegal alien issues impacting americas economy. HOw many have picked up the phone and called Dorgan Or Conrad or the congressman "at large" who seem to think th...
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NaderMoore Avatar
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Im not sure if anyone else feels as disgusted by this persons avataras me, but I sure hope so. Steve, I think if you were to have a pole on this subject, I for one would say either the avatar goes or this mystery person from the land of .....s and ...s goes. How anyone could use such a photo is beyond my compre...
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How long do you think the current boom will last?
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What have you guys been hearing? 5 years? 15 years? What can Williston do to prevent the major bust after the boom leaves once again? Alright people! Discuss.
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That's the best they can come up with?
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Well, I wasn't going to move back to Williston, but the unveiling of "Rockin' the Bakken" has completely motivated me to return home! Who was consulted on this slogan, Vince Neil??!!
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Oil Boom, why not power boom?
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Net Metering - what the heck is it and why it should be an issue. We are in the midst of an oil boom in Williston and we also have the potential to be in a power boom as well. Net Metering is the only cost effective way to promote installation of small home/farm owner wind turbine installations because it a...
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