Currently, we have filled our space for Pride of Dakota day at the Capitol, but don't hestitate to send in your information because there may be cancellations. And like we've said before, it's first come first serve.

The 2009 North Dakota State Fair was the site of the first-ever "Kuchen Kontest." 30 minutes prior to the contest starting, people were lining up. The votes were INCREDIBLY close, but Grandma's Kuchen took first with her strawberry-rhubarb kuchen. Look for this YUMMY event in 2010!

There are three spots remaining for Pride of Dakota day at the Capitol. Please contact Joanna at 701-328-2662 or mktg@nd.gov, if you would like to reserve your spot. First come first serve. There's not much time left!

Arrowhead Plaza was voted Retailer of the Year in 2009 for Pride of Dakota Products. The store is located on N. 3rd street in Bismarck. Who will be the retailer of the year in 2010?

Hello POD Members,

Spots are filling up fast, so RSVP soon if you would like one of the last EIGHT spots.

Joanna
mktg@nd.gov
701-328-2662

Be sure to get your RSVPs in for POD Day at the Capitol if you're interested in participating. There are only 13 spots left! If you have any questions, please feel free to call Joanna at 701-328-2662 or email mktg@nd.gov.

The 2009 Holiday Showcases in Fargo, Minot, Bismarck and Grand Forks set a record-high attendance upwards of 26,000...and we're always looking for new ideas about how to generate even more attendance... :)

Hello Pride of Dakota members,

Please help us by completing the online survey that you received.

The results from this survey will be examined to determine what we can do differently in order to benefit Pride of Dakota members.

Thank you all for participating.

The Pride of Dakota program began in 1985 under the wing of the then Agriculture Commissioner Kent Jones. The program began with 20 members, and as Pride of Dakota celebrates its 25th year in 2010, its membership has grown to over 430.

Let's continue to grow in support of the state of North Dakota.

This is Mackenzie signing off. It has been great working with all of you and I wish everyone the best. I'll miss Pride of Dakota but I will see you all at next year's showcase!! Have a happy holidays and thank you everyone for all the fun I have had!