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Actions to protect coal, reliability applauded

Electric cooperative leaders joined President Donald Trump at the White House April 8, as he announced several executive actions aimed at protecting coal-fired power plants and the reliability of the nation’s electric grid. North Dakota’s Basin Electric Power Cooperative CEO and General Manager Todd Brickhouse, Bismarck, and Minnkota Power Cooperative President and CEO Mac McLennan, Grand Forks, were among those in attendance.

Jim Matheson, CEO of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), said the administration is “making good on their commitment to pursue a pro-energy policy agenda that prioritizes reliable power.”

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EDITORIAL:
Hit the road

There’s something special about a North Dakota summer – the wide-open skies, scenic byways, welcoming communities and new experiences around every bend. This season, I encourage you to stay closer to home.

Imagine hitting the road without the stress of heavy traffic, long airport lines or crowded destinations. Instead, you’ll find peaceful highways, affordable adventures and the kind of safety and simplicity that let you truly unwind.

Even better: Your North Dakota travels directly support the more than 3,000 businesses across our state that rely on visitor revenue to thrive.

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