ND: Poverty Issues
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Nutrition takes a seat at the doctor's office in underserved areas
September is Hunger Action Month. In North Dakota, it isn't just food banks trying to help underserved populations get nutritious items. Health …
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
An under-the-radar profession could use a helping hand
September is Workforce Development Month and North Dakota offices managing energy assistance programs hope people in need of a fresh career start will…
ND hunger-relief orgs play role in reducing carbon emissions
A new report said food banks across the globe are helping to significantly decrease carbon emissions and localized efforts are taking shape in North D…
60 years into war on poverty: ND agencies prioritize adaptability
For six decades, the U.S. has been carrying out a coordinated effort to keep poverty levels in check. Support offices in North Dakota say while …
ND seeks better housing for older population
A new design competition is looking to find better housing for Fargo's aging population. Like many other states, North Dakota has a growing number …
ND encourages more signups for kids' summer meal program
Some North Dakota leaders believe healthy food is part of what is needed to help all kids achieve better outcomes and they hope low-income families si…
Native organizations commemorate 100th anniversary of Citizenship Act
Sunday marks 100 years since the United States granted citizenship to all Native Americans. North Dakota voices are observing the milestone, and …
Federal funds drying up to keep internet service on for low-income households
Low-income households across the United States now face a deadline to sign up for federal funds that give them a break on their monthly internet bills…
Minimum wage policy still varies across U.S.
Bills are pending in Congress to boost the federal minimum wage, which remains at $7.25 an hour. Separately, many states increased their wage …
ND panel gets detailed view of homelessness around the state
North Dakota's affordable housing gaps came into focus at a public hearing yesterday. A legislative committee, tasked with studying the issue…
ND childcare crisis: What's the next step during session gap?
North Dakota's special legislative session on budget technicalities did not bring many surprises. Groups wanting to see more action on child care …
With emerging data, ND housing needs come into focus
More than 65% of North Dakotans say housing is the state's biggest overall need. That's according to new community-level survey data. The findings …