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Some Facts on North Dakota
•North Dakota has recently been ranked the friendliest state in the U.S., according to Cambridge University. •North Dakota ranks #1 as the safest state to live in. •North Dakota ranks #1 for high school completion rates. •The geographical center of North America is marked in Rugby. •The capitol of North Dakota is Bismarck. •The Great Outdoors is another great feature of North Dakota that keeps the outdoorsmen very busy. •The unemployment rate for North Dakota fell 0.1 percentage points in February 2011 to 3.7%. The state's unemployment rate was 5.2 percentage points lower than the national rate for the month. Currently North Dakota has the lowest unemployment rate of the states. •"In North Dakota, unlike most other states, we are setting our own course and reaping the rewards of our hard work, our careful fiscal management, our pro-business climate and our diversified economy." -- Governor Jack Dalrymple "North Dakota's business climate has gained a reputation for supporting emerging businesses, entrepreneurs and expansions. The state's growing manufacturing, technology-based businesses, agricultural and energy industries, enhanced with numerous incentives, are drawing some of the world's most recognized companies into the state. Combined with a legendary work ethic and a highly educated workforce, North Dakota has become a dynamic place to live, work and be in business. "-- North Dakota Department of Commerce |
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The 19-story state capitol building, is one of only four tower-style capitols in the U.S. and it's observation floor at the top provides views of Bismarck and the 
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