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It pleases me to write this as the weekend approaches, mostly because this week has been an absolute beast when it comes to weather. We’ve endured the brutal cold, the wind that feels like it has a personal vendetta, and the kind of temperatures that make you question all your life choices—especially the one where you decided to live here. But, my ...

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North Dakota folks, get ready to strap in for a wild ride! According to the National Weather Service in Bismarck, this week’s weather is shaping up to be more dramatic than your favorite soap opera. Today and tomorrow are set to be cold enough to make you question your life choices, but don’t worry – a mild Wednesday is on the horizon. Think of it as t...

After a weekend that could have had even the bravest North Dakotans huddling by the heater, there’s a small break in the ice — literally! The National Weather Service in Bismarck predicts a warmer spell is on its way, giving us a chance to swap our thermal socks for something a little less... insulate...

Winter officially kicked off on December 21, and so far, it’s been playing nice here in western North Dakota. The Christmas holiday delivered mild temps and festive cheer without the usual snow shovel drama. But as we flip the calendar to 2025, winter is finally ready to flex its muscles. T...

Hold onto your snow shovels, and make sure you have the snowblower gassed up folks—winter is playing the encore we didn’t ask for! After last weekend’s heavy, wet snow, western North Dakota is preparing for round two. Mother Nature seems to have double-booked us, with the National Weather Service in Bismarck warning of more snow on the way. While we are ...

The National Weather Service Introduces New Cold Weather Alerts For This Winter

Winter lovers and shiverers alike, brace yourselves—things are changing! But don’t get your hopes up too high; North Dakota winters aren’t getting warmer. Starting with the 2024-2025 winter season, the National Weather Service (NWS) is retiring the terms “Wind Chill Watch” and “Wind Chill Warning.” Instead, they’ll be using some fr...

The calendar says December has arrived, but it doesn't feel like it. As a resident of North Dakota, I love the nice weather...and all indications say it might stay around for a while. According to the National Weather Service's website, the long-range outlook indicates the mild temperature pattern will continue through a good portion of the winter. Tem...