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Will the mental health stigma ever end?
My calendar today says it's Aug. 8, 2012. That's more than a decade into the 21st century. So why does it still often feel we're back in the Dark Ages when it comes to mental health? The latest evide...
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Pregnancy Tests in a Bar?
After being away from Facebook, Twitter, and most forms of the news for a week due to my vacation last week, getting caught up has been a bit of an overwhelming experience. To go from only the sounds ...
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Healthy habits reduce breast cancer risk between mothers and daughters
Mothers and daughters nationwide are beating the odds of developing hereditary breast cancer. The American Cancer Society says that five to 10 percent of breast cancer cases are caused by gene defects...
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UPDATED: Senate kills bill allowing minors to eat in bars
BISMARCKNorth Dakota should not have a law allowing minors to eat in bars, the North Dakota Senate decided Wednesday. The Senate voted 30-17 to defeat a bill that would have allowed this if the bar s...
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Bill Chantelois says losing his legs in a snowmobile accident was the best thing that ever happened to him. The Osceola, Wis. resident told me how an accident that almost killed him resulted in a new ...
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Colleges enlist parents to curb problem drinking

At Virginia Tech, where tailgating and raucous apartment complex parties are time-honored rituals, university officials are turning increasingly to Mom and Dad to curb problem underage drinking. This semester, the school in Blacksburg, Va., began notifying parents when their under-21 students are found guilty of even minor alcohol violations such as getting caught with a beer in a dorm room.

By By Eric Gorski, The Associated Press , March 01, 2010

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S.D. House OKs Sunday alcohol sales

Communities could choose to allow alcohol sales on Sundays and Memorial Day, but not Christmas Day, under a revised bill passed by the House on Tuesday. Under the bill, municipalities would have to pass ordinances to allow Sunday and Memorial Day sales. The measure passed 50-19.

February 10, 2010

SD House rejects uniform alcohol sales bill

February 01, 2010

Tigers slugger Cabrera treated for alcoholism

Instead of honing his swing this offseason, Miguel Cabrera focused on getting sober. “My drinking was a problem, and I feel good without it. I feel like a new man,” he said Thursday.

January 22, 2010

School Board looks at drug, alcohol policy

The Jamestown Public School Board suggested making changes to its drug and alcohol in the workplace policy — including notifying law enforcement if an employer suspects an employee is using or is in possession of illicit drugs. The board reviewed its drug and alcohol policy at its regular meeting Monday. The board reviews policies like those on drug and alcohol at meetings regularly. Superintendent Bob Toso said drug and alcohol use by employees has not been an issue, but the district would rather be proactive.

January 05, 2010

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Measure would raise taxes on wine, beer and liquor

Raising North Dakota’s taxes on beer, wine and liquor would provide up to $2 million a year for programs that teach about the dangers of underage and binge drinking, says an advocate who wants a statewide vote on the issue.

By By Dale Wetzel, The Associated Press , December 18, 2009

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Dickinson State wants booze sales in new center

Dickinson State University wants permission to allow sales of beer, wine and liquor at some events in the new Badlands Activities Center that is being built on campus.

December 17, 2009

Holidays bring stresses for recovering addicts

When Greg Williams, 26, went to holiday parties early in his sobriety, he took steps so he could remain that way. He invited a sober or recovering friend who would agree to take him home if he was not comfortable, brought his own transportation so he could leave on his own or called a friend.

By By Cindy Von Quednow, Scripps Howard Foundation Wire , December 15, 2009

Other views: Teen use of alcohol is a big problem

It’s easy to get lost in the sea of statistics, but the bottom line is this: Alcohol use among high school and college students in North Dakota remains a big problem. That’s what a recent survey shows and it’s not surprising. Underage drinking, binge drinking and driving while under the influence have long been problems in the state, something the survey shows is still happening.

By Minot Daily News , October 21, 2009

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Police say two arrested after ‘taps’

Bismarck police say two men have been arrested in a new police effort called “shoulder taps” to try to control underage drinking.

October 01, 2009

Study: 1 in 10 binge drinkers get on the road after drinking

One in 10 binge drinkers got behind the wheel the last time they drank heavily. And half of those drivers left from a bar, restaurant or nightclub after downing five or more drinks, a new study has found. The study is being called the first to try to measure the likelihood someone will drive after binge drinking. It suggests a need for stepped-up efforts to prevent bars and restaurants from serving people after they’re intoxicated, according to its authors at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

By By Mike Stobbem, The Associated Press , September 01, 2009

Driver crashes car into Dickinson car shop

DICKINSON, N.D. (AP) — A Dickinson man with a history of drunken driving arrests faces a new charge after police say he crashed his car into an auto repair shop.

August 21, 2009

Police in S.D.: Alcohol factor in fatal crash

Rapid City police say alcohol was a factor in a deadly motorcycle crash earlier this month.

August 20, 2009

Utah couple sues university in son's alcohol death

LOGAN, Utah (AP) — The parents of a Utah State University freshman who died from alcohol poisoning at a fraternity activity have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the school.

August 13, 2009

What others think: NDSU can ban booze from its games

We applaud North Dakota State University for announcing a plan aimed at reducing binge drinking by increasing the number of alcohol-free events for students and cutting alcohol from most school-sponsored functions, but we’re concerned about a mixed message being sent by the school’s administration.

By Minot Daily News , August 11, 2009

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