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<item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">2011 Snow Run Tour Sneak Preview</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=235</link><description><![CDATA[2011 SNOW RUN TOUR SNEAK PREVIEW<br /><br />Hello Snow Run Past Participants! We hope you have had an amazing and safe summer!  Here is your sneak preview for the 2011 Snow Run Tour: <br /><br />The "Snow Run" is celebrating its 7th anniversary and is jammed packed with new excitement, all while celebrating a few anniversaries.  <br /><br />New in 2011:<br />Snow Run event T-shirts!<br />You can now order a Snow Run Tour event tee! <br />Orders  must be done by December 1st and your tee will be available for pick up at your Snow R...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Labor Day is a great opportunity -- but not the last chance! -- for travel fun in 2010</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=376</link><description><![CDATA[Labor Day weekend is a great chance to spend a little more time at favorite North Dakota destinations, but the travel season is far from over, according to the North Dakota Tourism Division. <br /><br />The most recent visitation study conducted by Longwoods International (2008) showed that North Dakota attracts strong visitor numbers three out of four seasons &amp;ndash; and travel is steady through the fall months. <br /><br />"Not only is there a lot to do and see into the fall, a lot of adults w...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Pink Ribbon Riders 2011 Snow Run Tour</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=234</link><description><![CDATA[For Immediate Release: <br />August 26, 2010<br />Contact Info: pinkribbonriders@yahoo.com <br /> <br />Pink Ribbon Riders 2011 Snow Run USA Tour Announcement<br /><br />Pink Ribbon Riders (PRR) are proud to announce 2011 Snow Run Tour in six (6) states consisting of riders from all over the USA and adding a Riders Challenge for all that have a passion for snowmobiling.<br /><br />The Pink Ribbon Riders (PRR) is a volunteer based 501(c)(3) non- profit organization that combines the passion of riding and combining helping peopl...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Motor Magic Races into Minot Labor Day Weekend</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=233</link><description><![CDATA[Minot, ND)  The North Dakota State Fairgrounds will host Motor Magic, Labor Day weekend, September 3-6, 2010 in Minot. The largest motorsports event in the Upper Midwest, Motor Magic provides entertainment for auto enthusiasts of all ages.    <br /><br />Drag racing on the Magic City International Dragway at 6:00 p.m. will kick off the motor mayhem on Friday, September 3 and will also have races at 10am on September 4, 5 and 6. A Demo Derby Saturday and an Enduro Race Sunday will take place at noon in f...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Caramel Apples, the Best of Fall</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=232</link><description><![CDATA[(Churchs Ferry, ND)  Fall brings to mind colored leaves, Halloween parties, scarecrows and of course, the best of all fall treats, the caramel apple.  While candied apples have been around for a century, the caramel apple has only been popular since its invention in the 1950's.  The inventor of the caramel apple, Dan Walker, was a sales representative for Kraft Foods who to this day still prints the instructions for making the perfect caramel apple on the back of their packages of individually w...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">LOCALLY GROWN PRODUCE AVAILABLE FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=231</link><description><![CDATA[(Churchs Ferry, ND) - Regional residents will be able to add fresh, locally grown, produce to their picnics this Labor Day.  Saturday September 4th from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM there will be a one day farmers market event to be held in Churchs Ferry.   The gardendwellers Farm Produce Party Farmers Market Association, a nonprofit group of regional producers, is pleased to announce they will again hold this event that is host to an array of vegetable growers as well as artists and craftsperson's.<br /> The...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Dance your way through the end of August in North Dakota</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=375</link><description><![CDATA[Spice up the final weeks of summer and enjoy the weather with some great events statewide! We've got festivals and feeds, runnin' and ropin', good music and lots of dancing. So kick up your heels before the school year starts and jive your way through the end of August. To find more information about these events or for a complete list, go to <a href="http://www.ndtourism.com">NDtourism.com</a> or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525. <br /><br /><strong>Harmony Fest</strong> <br /><em>Papa's Pumpk...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">All Star Cast to Headline Eric Sevareid Symposium    </title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=230</link><description><![CDATA[All Star Cast to Headline Eric Sevareid Symposium<br /><br />BISMARCK-Dan Rather and Bob Schieffer will headline the Eric Sevareid Symposium scheduled for Bismarck at the end of September.<br /><br />The Dakota Institute and the North Dakota Humanities Council are hosting a national public humanities symposium on North Dakota's Sevareid on September 30-October 3.<br /><br />The four-day symposium will examine the life and career of a CBS journalist and broadcaster who served as the "conscience of America" between 1963 ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">WWOOF'ers Come To gardendwellers FARM</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=229</link><description><![CDATA[The Petrovic family is on a quest.  This quest has brought them to gardendwellers FARM in Churchs Ferry, North Dakota.  Julia and Mirek Petrovic are making their way across America in their vintage 1977 Airstream Land Yacht with young Ivana age 8, Leona age 6, Milana age 3 and Evan age 20 months.   They are on this journey in order to find the best possible spot to settle down and homestead. They are traveling from their current home state of Pennsylvania across the Northern USA.  They have esta...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">2010 North Dakota State Fair Achieves Milestones</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=228</link><description><![CDATA[For the first time in the history of the North Dakota State Fair both the Grandstand Country Showpass and the major rock concert (KISS) sold out. The Grandstand Showpass sold out with 16,000 Showpasses while KISS sold out with 15,082 Fairgoers in attendance. In addition to the success of the KISS concert, the CSRA Wounded Warrior Project earned $1 from each concert ticket purchased for KISS at the North Dakota State Fair on Saturday, July 24. This partnership between KISS and the North Dakota St...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Dive into North Dakota heritage and culture in early August</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=374</link><description><![CDATA[Early August is filled with activities and events where you can experience cultural foods, hand-crafted arts and exhilarating entertainment for the whole family. Whether you're in it to win it, kicking up your heels or sitting back and enjoying the ride, this month is jam-packed with some of North Dakota's best-loved events. So pack up the family and create your own adventure. To find more information about these annual events, or for a complete list of events, go to <a href="http://www.ndtouris...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">North Dakota Road Trips</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=373</link><description><![CDATA[AAA Travel Agency - <a href="http://aaaliving.autoclubgroup.com/nxtbooks/aaaliving/aaaliving_northdakota_20100708/index.php?startid=50#/52" target="_blank">North Dakota Trips</a> - Article provided by AAA Living....]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">N.D. attractions and state parks see steady traffic during July Fourth weekend</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=372</link><description><![CDATA[BISMARCK, N.D. &amp;ndash; This year's July Fourth holiday weekend prompted many people to get out and explore North Dakota's various attractions and state parks. North Dakota Tourism reports strong visitation during the July Fourth holiday period, defined from July 1 to July 5. <br /><br /><strong>State attractions pleased with visitation</strong> <br />From east to west and north to south, many North Dakota attractions experienced positive visitation. <br /><br />The International Peace Garden nea...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">8th Annual Family Rocket Day 2010</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=218</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Prepare to blastoff at the <br />GATEWAY TO SCIENCE 8th ANNUAL FAMILY ROCKET DAY<br />2010</strong><br /><br /><br />On Saturday, July 17, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Gateway to Science, the only Hands-on Science Center in North Dakota will host their 8th Annual Family Rocket Day.  <br /><br />The event will be held at the Frances Leach High Prairie Arts &amp; Science Complex located at 1810 Schafer Street, Bismarck. Drawings for FREE rocket kits will be held throughout the afternoon! The event is free, open to the pu...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 17 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 17 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">8 ways to discover your inner cowboy in North Dakota</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=371</link><description><![CDATA[Movie legends John Wayne and Clint Eastwood created lasting memories for a generation by playing cowboys on the big screen. Why let someone else live the adventure? Let North Dakota be the backdrop as you discover your inner cowboy (or cowgirl) on the trail. Contact North Dakota Tourism for more on these activities, and more, at <a href="http://www.ndtourism.com" target="_blank">NDtourism.com</a> or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525. <br /><br /><strong>1. Watch the REAL Cowboys</strong> <br />A...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Late July heats up with North Dakota celebrations</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=370</link><description><![CDATA[The last Fourth of July firework has gone off, but things are still popping in North Dakota. Fairs and festivals of all types, fishing tournaments and music highlight July activities. To find more information about these activities, and for a complete list of events, go to <a href="http://www.ndtourism.com">NDtourism.com</a> or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525 <br /><br /><strong>Fargo Downtown Street Fair</strong> <br /><em>Fargo</em> <br />July 15-17 <br /><br />North Dakota's largest free ou...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">And the Winner Is...</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=225</link><description><![CDATA[Press Release<br />For Release: July 13, 2010<br /><br />From: Buffalo City Tourism Foundation<br />	   404 Louis L'Amour Lane<br />            PO Box 917<br />	  Jamestown, ND 58402-0917<br />	  Phone: 251-9145<br /><br />AND THE WINNER IS………..<br />(Name That Buffalo Contest)<br /><br />The winner of the $1,000 cash prize in the contest to Name That Buffalo is Michael Shirek from Devils Lake. Michael wrote, "I chose Dakota Thunder because I feel the name Dakota evokes the spirit of the land and people of the Northern Great Plains and the na...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">CANDISC</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=226</link><description><![CDATA[Press Release<br />For additional information, contact:<br />Hilary Nelson, CANDISC coordinator, 463-2345<br /><br />The CANDISC (Cycling Around North Dakota in Sakakawea Country) bicycle tour will be heading to the northwest part of the state this year.<br /><br />Between July 31 and August 7, about 400 bicyclists will be on some of the roadways.<br /><br />"We are asking that everyone be aware of the bicyclist in your area.  We ask for your cooperation to help ensure the safety to the bicyclists and motorists," said Hilary N...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Ingersoll School 125th Aniversary</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=176</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" border="0" src="http://www.ndtourism.com/uploads/partnernews/176/#13_Ingersoll_Area_(color).jpg"/>INGERSOLL SCHOOL 125th Celebration<br />July 11, 2010<br />2:00 PM<br />Located 1/4  mile south of Hwy 200 at Mile Marker 199<br />Washburn ND...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">10 legendary ways to experience North Dakota…we dare you</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=369</link><description><![CDATA[There literally are thousands of ways to experience North Dakota this summer. The challenging part will be finding enough time to squeeze in all of these activities. It's worth a try. Go ahead, take the challenge. Contact North Dakota Tourism for more information on these activities and others at <a href="http://www.ndtourism.com">NDtourism.com</a> or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525. <br /><br /><strong>1. Run … Just Run</strong> <br />Statewide <br /><br />Hoof it out to one of the many festi...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">New Hebron Community Center ready for use.</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=221</link><description><![CDATA[The new Hebron Community Center is now finished and welcoming inquiries for its use.  Will seat 350 people in the Dakota Community Bank Great Hall and has a full kitchen.  This facility is fully accessible to all regardless of physical abilities.  Handicapped accessible bathrooms etc.  Separate meeting room to hold up to 30 for smaller gatherings.  Hebron has at least 4 willing caterers that are eager to supply tasty and affordable meals for any occasion.  Call 701-878-4600 to find out more....]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Summer Performing Arts announces its 23rd season!</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=220</link><description><![CDATA[Come Together <br />A SPA Revue<br /><br />July 9-10 at 7:30 pm <br />Empire Arts Center<br />General Admission Seating  <br />All seats $5.00<br /><br /><br />This is the third season of the SPA Transitions Revue. The production is an all-girl cast, which performs songs from popular musicals. This year's theme is "Songs of Community", and some selections include "Circle of Life", "Together Wherever We Go" and "Mama I'm a Big Girl Now."<br /><br /><br />You're a Good Man, <br />Charlie Brown!<br /><br />July 12-15 at 7:30 pm <br />Central High School Auditor...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Celebrate birthdays, North Dakota style</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=368</link><description><![CDATA[There are plenty of reasons for celebration in July in North Dakota. America celebrates its 234th birthday, Hebron and Emerado throw 125th birthday parties and New Leipzig, Pettibone and Robinson commemorate their 100th birthdays. Come to the birthday party or these other uniquely North Dakota festivals, fairs and fireworks in early July. To find more information about these activities, and for a complete list of events, go to <a href="http://www.ndtourism.com" target="_blank">NDtourism.com</a> ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Lansford Threshing Days</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=171</link><description><![CDATA[The Lansford Threshermen will be celebrating their 40th annual Threshing Days on June 26 to 27.<br />There are many antique engines.  A working Blacksmith shop.  A 1920's replica of the city of Lansford in miniature. There are antique buildings and a museum.  Food is available on the site.  A parade will be on Sunday with kids games after the parade.  Contact Roger Sauer, president at 362-7483 for more information....]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 26 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 26 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Lansford All School Reunion</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=170</link><description><![CDATA[Lansford Cubs will be having an all school reunion on June 25 to 27th, 2010.  There are many activities being planned.  Friday night will be class party night with other things going on in the Lansford Community Hall.  Saturday there will be fun kids activities on main street during the day.  Banquet at 6.  Street dance at 9 PM with Kid Hollywood playing. Sunday there will be church services and a parade.<br />The 40th annual Lansford Threshing Show will also be going on at the Threshing Grounds on ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text"> Last Chance to Save on State Fair Tickets </title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=216</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" border="0" src="http://www.ndtourism.com/uploads/partnernews/216/Article_1_Carnival_Rides.jpg"/>It pays to be ahead of the crowd. The North Dakota State Fair is offering two promotions that expire soon! The Family Fun Pack and Advanced Mega Ride are available for purchase at a discount, but only if purchased on or before Friday, July 2nd. <br /><br />The Family Fun Pack includes 2 Adult Daily Gate Admissions, 2 Junior Daily Gate Admissions, 2 Daily Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristbands, and 2 Adult and 2 Junior Grandstand Auto Event Admissions. The Grandstand passes are good for either the Enduro Rac...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Holiday Inn of Fargo Relaunches Their Brand</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=223</link><description><![CDATA[FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA - The Holiday Inn of Fargo recently celebrated the completion of meeting all the standards to acquire the new Holiday Inn logo.  A customer appreciation event was held on June 24 to showcase the service and quality of the newly renovated property.<br />Changes included: <br />• Redesigned logo and signage<br />• New outdoor lighting, landscaping and design features<br />• Stylish touches in the lobby<br />• Friendly, efficient, arrival and check-in experience<br />• Service that recognizes your need...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Festival, auction at Camp of the Cross</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=215</link><description><![CDATA[Garrison, ND-The Prairie Lake Festival will be held June 26 at Camp of the Cross. The Prairie Lake Festival is an annual auction and fundraiser for Camp of the Cross Ministries open to all.<br /><br />The auction is the main event and will begin at noon on June 26th. All auction items are donated with the proceeds benefiting the ministries of Camp of the Cross. Auction items will include: quilts, jewelry, gift baskets, and more. Item viewing begins at 10 a.m. in addition to a special viewing June 25 fro...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 19 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 19 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">North Dakota's Got Talent</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=213</link><description><![CDATA[The North Dakota State Fair is searching for the Region's most talented individuals. Those who can entertain a crowd are invited to showcase at the Fair this summer. There are a number of different ways to get involved, many of which include prizes, cash and even a chance at stardom!<br /> <br />The Amateur Talent competition is Wednesday, July 28th at 2pm on Stage 2. Cash prizes will be rewarded to the top three winners in the junior and senior divisions with $300 awarded to first place, $200 to 2nd pl...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">North Dakota's Got Talent</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=214</link><description><![CDATA[The North Dakota State Fair is searching for the Region's most talented individuals. Those who can entertain a crowd are invited to showcase at the Fair this summer. There are a number of different ways to get involved, many of which include prizes, cash and even a chance at stardom!<br /> <br />The Amateur Talent competition is Wednesday, July 28th at 2pm on Stage 2. Cash prizes will be rewarded to the top three winners in the junior and senior divisions with $300 awarded to first place, $200 to 2nd pl...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Nebraska traveler wins North Dakota Tourism's virtual contest </title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=367</link><description><![CDATA[Bismarck, N.D. &amp;ndash; A summer trip to North Dakota resulted in more than great memories for a Nebraska man. North Dakota Tourism recently awarded the prize for its Travel North Dakota. . . IMRU? virtual contest to Richard Grahm of Lincoln, Neb. The Travel North Dakota. .. . IMRU? contest, sponsored by North Dakota Tourism, was part of North Dakota Tourism Week in May. <br /><br />The contest was open to anyone willing to share their Legendary North Dakota adventures by submitting videos or sto...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">8th Street Art Show &amp; Sale</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=212</link><description><![CDATA[Who:   	Red River Watercolor Society<br />What:   	8th Street Fine Art Show &amp; Sale<br />When:   	July 7 and 8, 2010; 11 am -7 pm both days<br />Where:  	Shotwell Floral Garden center, Intersection of 8th Street and 13th Avenue (1302 8th Street South, Fargo, ND)<br />Contact:  Pat Jorgensen, Exhibition Director, 701-729-1801, e-mail thursdaypat@yahoo.com<br /><br /><br />Forty local, area and regional artists will be displaying and selling fine art on Wednesday, July 7 and Thursday, July 8, 2010 from 11:00am-7:00pm at the 1...]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">More North Dakota activities abound in late June</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=366</link><description><![CDATA[By now, you've experienced a month's worth of legendary North Dakota events and activities in June. But the month is only half over. To find more information about activities across the state, and for a complete list of events, go to <a href="http://www.ndtourism.com">NDtourism.com</a> or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525 <br /><br /><strong>Fort Union Rendezvous</strong> <br /><em>Fort Union, Williston</em> <br />June 17-20 <br /><br />Nineteenth-century fur trading fair includes a variety of h...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">North Dakota sees substantial increase in international travel and interest</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=365</link><description><![CDATA[BISMARCK, N.D. &amp;ndash; International interest in North Dakota as a travel destination, specifically for adventure and western attractions, continues to accelerate, according to Fred Walker, international travel marketing manager with North Dakota Tourism. <br /><br />Since January, Walker has attended international travel shows in Norway; Sweden; Denmark; Switzerland; Germany; Australia; Great Falls, MT; and Orlando, Florida.<br /><br />This was the third time representatives from outside the co...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Camp of the Cross Welcomes All to Worship</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=210</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" border="0" src="http://www.ndtourism.com/uploads/partnernews/210/IMG_8734.JPG"/>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br /><br />GARRISON, ND, July 29, 2010 - Starting Sunday, June 6th, Camp of the Cross Ministries will host Summer Sunday worships open to all. The worships will begin at 10:00 a.m., rain or shine, on the shore of Lake Sakakawea at Camp of the Cross. For a freewill offering, there will be a community meal following worship until 12 noon.<br /><br />Rev. Janis Sloka III, executive director, will lead Summer Sunday worships and communion will be served each Sunday. The worships ring with summ...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 29 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 29 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Camp of the Cross Welcomes All to Worship</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=211</link><description><![CDATA[For Immediate Release:<br /><br />Camp of the Cross Welcomes All to Summer Sunday Worships<br /><br />Garrison, ND, June 1, 2010 - Starting Sunday, June 6th, Camp of the Cross Ministries will host Summer Sunday worships open to all. The worships will begin at 10:00 a.m., rain or shine, on the shore of Lake Sakakawea at Camp of the Cross. For a freewill offering, there will be a community meal following worship until 12 noon.<br /><br />Rev. Janis Sloka III, executive director, will lead Summer Sunday worships and commu...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 29 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 29 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">10 Legendary summer challenges in North Dakota</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=364</link><description><![CDATA[Don't let the summer pass you by. Make 2010 your summer of legendary adventure and extraordinary challenges. See some new sites, break some records or just go the extra mile to make this summer super. Whatever the challenge, we dare you to become legendary in North Dakota and share your experiences with us at <a href="http://www.rulegendary.com" target="_blank">RULegendary.com</a>. <br /><br /><strong>1. Tee up</strong> <br />With 116 nine- and 18-hole golf courses, North Dakota has more courses...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">FM Opera Sets New Season</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=209</link><description><![CDATA[<br />The Fargo-Moorhead Opera will perform 19th-20th century composer Engelbert Humperdinck's "Hansel and Gretel" and Ruggiero Leoncavallo's "I Pagliacci" for its 2010-11 season.<br /><br />"Hansel and Gretel" will be performed at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31.<br /><br />"I Pagliacci" is set for 8 p.m. Friday, April 8, 2011, and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 10, 2011.<br /><br />For more information, call 701-239-4558 or e-mail tickets@fmopera.org.<br />...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Spritied Beginning</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=208</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" border="0" src="http://www.ndtourism.com/uploads/partnernews/208/042.JPG"/>Since the Maple River Distillery opened its doors in historic downtown Casselton in December of 2009 its Rhubarb Cordial has made a name for its self by winning a prestigious award at the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition in New York State, where it took the bronze medal. The Finger Lakes International Wine Competition is the largest charitable wine competition in North America.<br />"This award is just one more testament to the fact that North Dakota can produce high quality wines and dis...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Fun-filled early June days in North Dakota </title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=363</link><description><![CDATA[You won't have to look far to find fun activities in early June. Run, walk, hike or bike your weekends away. Get a glimpse of the past, set your eyes upon soaring sites in the sky or tap your toes to sweet summer rhythms. From adventurous to relaxing, you'll find activities to fill your summer days. To find more information about these activities, and for a complete list of events, go to <a href="http://www.ndtourism.com" target="_blank">NDtourism.com</a> or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525 <br...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">North Dakota Tourism's summer advertising campaign kicks off </title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=362</link><description><![CDATA[North Dakota Tourism's advertising campaign, marketing the state as a tourist destination, has made its debut for the summer tourism season. Audiences throughout the region are being targeted through a mix of television, print, newspaper and radio supported by the division's web and digital strategies. <br /><br /><br />Earlier this year, North Dakota Tourism unveiled its "I am Legendary" campaign for 2010. Initially launched in 2008, this year's "I am Legendary" concept incorporates a fresh look an...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">SILVER !!</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=207</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" border="0" src="http://www.ndtourism.com/uploads/partnernews/207/Wines_10_009.JPG"/>North Dakota's own Maple River Winery was selected to present its Raspberry Wine at this year's Finger Lakes International Wine Competition. Officials said this year's competition was the first in history to feature wine from all 50 states. Year after year, this Competition draws a diverse panel of the highest quality judges from around the world, and this year was no exception. Fifty-six of the World's top judges conducted a "blind tasting" of a record number 3,010 entries from over 660 winerie...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Urban Idol begins July 8</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=219</link><description><![CDATA[BISMARCK, N.D. - Urban Harvest will be hosting the Urban Idol Youth Talent Contest again this season. Weekly talent contests will be held Thursdays at 3:00 p.m. from July 8 through August 12 at the corner of 4th Street and Broadway in downtown Bismarck. Open mic is at 2:00 p.m. for those who wish to get performance experience first before entering the competition.<br /><br />Urban Idol is an opportunity for area youth ages 17 and under to showcase their range of talents and gain performance experience i...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">MotoFest at the Hutt</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=204</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" border="0" src="http://www.ndtourism.com/uploads/partnernews/204/motofest_bisman.jpg"/><em><strong>MotoFest at the Hutt!  Jason Britton and Team NoLimit from SpeedTV along with Freestyle Motocross Team Faith starring Cowboy Kenny Bartram from the X games will be at KTM Cycle Hutt on the Strip in Mandan to wow the crowds on Saturday, May 22nd.</strong></em><br /><br />Press Release<br />Mandan, ND May 13, 2010 - Appearing at KTM Cycle Hutt on the Strip in Mandan on May 22, 2010 will be Speed TV's Jason Britton and Motorcycle Stunt Team No Limit.  Also appearing will be the Christian Freestyle ...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 22 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 22 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 22 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">FIVE FINALISTS ANNOUNCED IN NAME THAT BUFFALO CONTEST</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=206</link><description><![CDATA[FIVE FINALISTS ANNOUNCED<br />IN THE NAME THAT BUFFALO CONTEST<br /><br />The Jamestown Name That Buffalo Contest for the World's Largest Buffalo Monument received over 3,500 entries prior to the April 15th deadline. Entries were received from 35 states and seven foreign countries. The countries included Greece, New Guinea, the Philippines, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and Canada.<br /><br />From those entries, a panel of seven judges have chosen the top 5 names as Sir James, Dakota Thunder, Bea...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">North Dakota CVBs assure travelers of hotel availability and share tips on securing a room</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=361</link><description><![CDATA[The summer travel season is gearing up and communities across North Dakota want travelers to know that hotel rooms are available for this season's travelers. <br /><br />"Right now there is a misperception that hotel rooms are unavailable in North Dakota, especially in the western part of the state," said Sheri Grossman, president of Destination Marketing Association of North Dakota (DMAND). "We want to get the word out that hotels do have availability and that North Dakota's communities are rea...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">7th Annual Bird Walk</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=202</link><description><![CDATA[Whether you are in search of a Spotted Towhee, a Red-eyed Vireo or the elusive Piping Plover, now is your opportunity.  On Saturday, May 15, join the Seventh Annual Knife River Bird Watching Event.  Meet Patrick Isakson from North Dakota Game and Fish at the 7-Trails Trading post (just south of the park) at 6:30 a.m. Mountain Time.  <br /><br />"Birds are amazing this time of the year.  The American Goldfinch has donned its' golden mantel and birds everywhere are trying to impress each other," stated Ch...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 15 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 15 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Photography Workshop</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=203</link><description><![CDATA[Knife River Indian Villages NHS is hosting its third-annual Spring Outdoor Photography Workshop on Saturday, May 15th.  This year's free, spring event, which takes place at the national mile north of Stanton, will focus upon "macro photography," the art of taking close-up pictures that reveal details which can't be seen with the naked eye.  In wildlife, outdoor themes include insects, flowers, and other small, intricate subjects.  <br /><br />"For most visitors and hikers, it is the large, wide-angle de...]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 15 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Sat, 15 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">7th annual Governor's Photo Contest kicks off</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/detail.asp?newsID=360</link><description><![CDATA[<strong>Online submission now available through Flickr</strong> <br /><br />Gov. John Hoeven and the North Dakota Tourism Division announce their continued partnership with AAA for the Governor's 2010 North Dakota Photo Contest. The contest will run from May 16 through September 8, following North Dakota Tourism Week events. <br /><br />One winner will be selected in each category and a $200 cash prize will be awarded to the photographer of each selected photo. A Best of Show photo will be selec...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item><item><title xmlns:cf="http://www.microsoft.com/schemas/rss/core/2005" cf:type="text">Baccalaureate show by Ari Gurkanlar</title><link>http://www.ndtourism.com/smartmail/news-releases/morenews/detail.asp?newsID=205</link><description><![CDATA[<img align="left" border="0" src="http://www.ndtourism.com/uploads/partnernews/205/Monty.jpg"/>NDSU University News- MU Gallery<br />Gurkanlar to present baccalaureate show<br />Fargo, N.D., May 13 - North Dakota State University senior Ari Gurkanlar has planned his baccalaureate art show for May 19-28 at the Memorial Union Art Gallery. Gurkanlar, a Minneapolis native, will display his show "Who Arted" in partial fulfillment of his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in the visual arts. A reception is scheduled for Wednesday, May 19, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.<br /><br />"To me, my art is an extension of my mind and...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><atom:published xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:published><atom:updated xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</atom:updated><source url="http://www.ndtourism.com/">ND Tourism - News</source></item></channel></rss>