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Past Issues - 2005

Entertainment - December 2005

From the earliest days of isolation on the prairies, a high value has been placed on entertainment . . .

Retail Redux - November 2005

The battle lines are being drawn between big retailers and many other small retail outlets.

Personal Wealth - October 2005

Financial advice

Information Technology - September 2005

Infrastructure and security

Education - August 2005

The process of learning is an intricate one and its importance has grown as the world becomes driven by information and growing competition. That’s why educators from the region are trying to work smarter and keep delivering the world’s brightest young people to the business sector.

Research Connections - July 2005

From college campuses to private boardrooms, research-driven activity is accelerating in the region, bringing more talent to many organizations as the world discovers a prairie research scene that has transcended agriculture.

Real Estate - June 2005

It may seem like there should be lots of cheap land out there, but reality dictates that pressure is mounting from many sides as community growth, farm growth, and sports interests all pursue places of interest.

The Great Outdoors - May 2005

The word 'recreate' is more than just a passing phrase to Northern Plains residents, including the thousands who step outdoors to participate in a variety of sports that rejuvenate the spirit AND the body.

Healthcare - April 2005

Economic development often hinges on access to contemporary healthcare, from small towns to larger communities, and the Northern Plains ranks well in this vital category.

Agriculture - March 2005

Consistently the region’s largest source of income, agriculture is another example of an industry locked in a constant state of change.

Architecture & Engineering - February 2005

Kindred spirits driven by different drummers, architects and engineers represent the careers of the highest calling and some of the toughest professional standards . . . but the results are worth the effort.

Energy Potential - January 2005

Like a sleeping giant, the energy sector is rumbling back to life in the lignite coal fields of North Dakota, but after 30 years of dormancy power developers now have new partners with wind and other renewable fuels.