Lignite is a city in Burke County, North Dakota. Founded in 1907, the community was named for the quantities of low-grade coal that were present in the area. Lignite is located along Highway 40, between Columbus and Flaxton, just south of the Saskatchewan, Canada border.
 
 
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Based in Lignite, North Dakota, the public school administrative district operates an elementary school and a high school, each of which are highlighted here, along with a directory of teachers and staff, lunch menu, and access to various reports and documents.
http://www.burkecentral.k12.nd.us/
Offering a full line of groceries, fresh meat, produce and deli items, the store is located in Lignite, North Dakota. Its location, store hours, products, and recipes are posted to the site.
http://www.lignitegrocerystore.com/
The city is governed by a city council form of government. Its official web site introduces the city's mayor, auditor, and council members, and provides a guide to local organizations, recreational facilities and programs, businesses, and events. Announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.lignitend.com/
The family owned company in Lignite, North Dakota provides oilfield, energy infrastructure and heavy civil construction services, as well as offering oilfield product sales, installation and rentals.
http://www.portalservicecompany.com/