Nathanial House

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KXNET) — The Department of the Interior has announced their so-called “final guidance” for Tribal communities cleaning up orphaned oil and gas wells across their lands. This guidance is to help those communities apply for their share of $55-million in grant funding, as part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. Funding through […]

BISMARCK, N.D. (KXNET) — Today we celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day, a day to honor those delightful morsels that make our desserts and snacks so much more enjoyable. Whether they’re studded in cookies, sprinkled over ice cream, or melted into pancakes, chocolate chips have a special way of bringing smiles to faces young and old. Here’s a sweet fact: Chocolate chips were invented almost by accident in the 1930s when Ruth Graves Wakefield chopped up a bar of semi-sweet chocolate to add to her…

BISMARCK, N.D. (KXNET) —Today we celebrate National Taffy Day, a day to indulge in the sticky, chewy delight that is taffy. This traditional candy is known for its fun pulling process and the variety of flavors that can tickle any palate. Here’s a sweet snippet: Taffy, particularly saltwater taffy, became popular in the United States along the boardwalks of Atlantic City in the late 19th century. Despite its name, saltwater taffy does not actually contain seawater but got its name from an incide…

BISMARCK, N.D. (KXNET) — Today we celebrate National Cheese Day, a day to indulge in the wide array of cheeses that enhance our dining experience. From the sharp tang of cheddar to the creamy smoothness of brie, cheese has been a culinary staple and a gourmet delight across cultures and cuisines. Here’s a cheesy bit to savor: Cheese production can be traced back over 4,000 years, and today there are over 1,400 varieties recognized by the International Dairy Federation. Each type of cheese offers…

BISMARCK, N.D. (KXNET) — Today we celebrate National German Chocolate Cake Day, a day dedicated to a deliciously rich cake that, contrary to popular belief, does not originate from Germany. The cake’s name comes from an American baker by the name of Samuel German, who developed a type of dark baking chocolate that came to […]

BISMARCK,N.D. (KXNET) — Today we observe National Flag Day, a day to commemorate the adoption of the United States flag on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. This day encourages us to reflect on the history of our flag and what it represents—freedom, bravery, and unity across the 50 states that make up our nation. Here’s a historical highlight: The original flag, featuring 13 stripes and 13 stars, has evolved over the centuries, mirroring the growth of our nation. E…

BISMARCK, N.D. (KXNET) — On a warm summer morning, Julie Schirado of Furry Friends Rockin’ Rescue came by the studio with her four-legged companion, ZZ the mixed white lab. Ms. Schirado was kind enough to not only talk about how her new furry friend, but also share the details of a special event coming up next weekend. the fourth annual Fun Run for Larry Quayle will take place on July 20th. The event will feature live musical performances and a silent auction to benefit Furry Friends Rockin Resc…