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Michael Standaert

Michael Standaert

Correspondent Michael Standaert has been a journalist in the Midwest, California, Europe and Asia. He grew up in Illinois and has an MA in journalism. Contact him at michael@newscoopnd.org.
Family caregivers provide major unseen value across North Dakota

Family caregivers provide major unseen value across North Dakota

Work estimated at $1.27 billion annually caring for loved ones
Michael Standaert Apr 7, 2026
Bakken boom left lasting impacts, lessons for what comes next

Bakken boom left lasting impacts, lessons for what comes next

New book examines legacy, from fractured communities to looming water risks
Michael Standaert Mar 31, 2026
Amid chaotic times, farmers and ranchers want their voices heard

Amid chaotic times, farmers and ranchers want their voices heard

Work and way of life not well understood by majority of Americans
Michael Standaert Mar 17, 2026
After slow rollout, new criminal justice reentry programs begin to take shape

After slow rollout, new criminal justice reentry programs begin to take shape

Aim is to deflect offenders from criminal justice system, help others reenter
Michael Standaert Mar 10, 2026
New food guidelines take a bite out of public schools

New food guidelines take a bite out of public schools

Schools may scramble to measure up
Michael Standaert Feb 24, 2026
Lost WW2 sailor may finally return to North Dakota

Lost WW2 sailor may finally return to North Dakota

Researcher finds evidence of sailor, investigates 10 other missing ND servicemen
Michael Standaert Feb 17, 2026
Blueprint points path forward for North Dakota’s strained local newspapers

Blueprint points path forward for North Dakota’s strained local newspapers

Strong public trust, willingness to support local journalism provides hope
Michael Standaert Feb 3, 2026

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