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You care about your community and want to know what's going on. But between kids and work, who has time? If you've got eight minutes, let Prairie Public catch you up on the North Dakota news you need to know. From the regional economy, to education, agriculture, the environment and rapidly-changing political news, Prairie Public anchor and reporter Danielle Webster and Erik Deatherage are on the beat... the Prairie Beat.

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North Dakota's 2026 midterm election results with Rob Port

2026/11/04

This week on Prairie Beat, Forum News Service columnist Rob Port examines North Dakota's 2026 midterm election results, low voter turnout, failed ballot measures and the state's political landscape.

Early Voting Underway in North Dakota

2026/10/28

This week on Prairie Beat, Erik Deatherage and Danielle Webster discuss early voting in North Dakota ahead of the November 3 midterm election.

What's at stake in North Dakota's two ballot measures?

2026/10/21

This week's Prairie Beat, we examine North Dakota's two 2026 ballot measures, including a higher threshold for constitutional amendments and free K-12 school meals.

The 10.15 Project honors families affected by pregnancy loss

2026/10/14

On this episode of Prairie Beat, Danielle Webster speaks with 10.15 Project co-founder Michael Greenwood about a four-day, 480-mile relay across North Dakota.

Food insecurity rises as Great Plains Food Bank Serves more North Dakotans

2026/10/07

The Great Plains Food Bank says it is serving a record number of people across North Dakota as families contend with rising costs for food, fuel, housing and child care.

UND discusses its response to campus sexual violence

2026/09/30

Prairie Beat explores campus sexual violence with UND’s Donna Smith, discussing Title IX, student support and barriers to reporting after the Cornell lawsuit.

What a Powerful El Niño Could Mean for North Dakota’s Winter

2026/09/23

A powerful El Niño is taking shape in the Pacific, and it could mean a warmer, drier winter for North Dakota. State climatologist Daryl Ritchison explains what’s driving the weather pattern, how it compares with past El Niño events and why snow is still very much in the forecast.

Seasonal viruses are back. Here's how to stay safe

2026/09/16

Cooler weather means more people will gather indoors. You know who likes that? Viruses! On this week's Prairie Beat, we remind you of ways to stay safe from those pesky, and sometimes deadly, bugs.

North Dakota Weighs Kratom Restrictions

2026/09/02

North Dakota lawmakers are considering kratom regulations during a special legislative session.

North Dakota Ranks Among the Worst States for Teen Drivers

2026/08/26

North Dakota ranks among the nation’s worst states for teen drivers. Today's episode of Prairie Beat looks at distracted driving, insurance costs, driver education and what could make the roads safer for young drivers.

Fargo-Moorhead Diversion Nears Completion

2026/08/19

The Fargo-Moorhead Diversion is nearing completion, bringing new questions about how upstream farmers will be protected when floodwaters are diverted onto agricultural land.

E-Bikes and Electric Scooters: What Are the Rules of the Road?

2026/08/12

E-bikes and electric scooters are growing in popularity across Fargo and North Dakota. This week on Prairie Beat, Danielle Webster and Erik Deatherage take a look at local laws, speed limits, and safety tips riders should know before hitting the road.

Why Horace voters could decide the city’s fireworks ordinance

2026/08/05

A Horace petition to reduce fireworks use from 10 days to three could go before voters this November after organizers surpassed the signature requirement.

Devils Lake flooding deepens a decades long struggle

2026/07/29

Rising water renews flooding concerns in North Dakota’s Devils Lake Basin as residents confront lost farmland, legal disputes and limited solutions.

Flooding in Texas hill country

2026/07/15

Heavy rainfall has once again triggered dangerous flooding across Texas Hill Country, bringing back painful memories for communities still recovering from last year's devastating floods.