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N.D. (AP) – North Dakota transportation officials will dedicate the restored Viking Bridge in Traill County later this week. The structure is the state’s oldest documented vehicle bridge and was built in 1885 over the Goose River. It links Mayville and Portland.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – The U. S. Department of Agriculture is giving a farm equipment dealership in Ashley a $740,000 loan. The money will help LaMoure Equipment construct a new building.

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – A new state program that’s trying to increase access to fresh, locally grown fruit is doling out nearly $20,000 in federal grant money. Officials hope the program will also foster community spirit by bringing people together to plant and tend orchards.

FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A North Dakota college women’s softball team is enjoying postseason success. North Dakota State University won its fourth straight Summit League title this weekend and advances to the NCAA Division One Tournament. They’ll play Arizona on Friday night.