Workplace deaths remain high in North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. – An annual report using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows North Dakota’s rate of workplace deaths remains among the highest in the country. The annual report released by the AFL-CIO shows that 37 North Dakota workers died in 2019…
Legislature leaves North Dakota COVID-19 wastewater study in limbo
N.D. – North Dakota lawmakers have left in doubt the future of a nearly yearlong COVID-19 wastewater study by intending federal money keep the project going but not designating funds to do so. The lab analysis of the prevalence of the coronavirus in cities’ wastewater…
Anti-Planned Parenthood Bill Partially Passed by North Dakota Governor
N.D. – According to a press release, Governor Doug Burgum partially passed SB 2030, a bill that is meant to force North Dakota State University to cut its ties with Planned Parenthood – or lose millions in dollars in funding. Now, North Dakota’s colleges are now prohibited…
North Dakota Governor: Soybean Crushing Plant at Spiritwood
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum today joined ADM in announcing plans to build North Dakota’s first dedicated soybean crushing plant and refinery in Spiritwood, N.D. The $350 million crush and refining complex will create 70 permanent jobs and have the capacity to process up to 150,000 bushes of soybeans…
North Dakota National Guard trains for wildfire season
BISMARCK, N.D. – Over the weekend the state got some much-needed moisture. The North Dakota Forest Service and National Guard took this opportunity to train if drought conditions continue. The Forest Service and the Guard used hands-on drills to practice fighting wildfires in remote areas….
Minot Hydrant Inspection Program on the way
MINOT, N.D. – Minot city leaders discussed a new fire hydrant inspection program on Monday. The plan is looking at using a new program to track the information and monitor the city fire hydrant system. They’ll also inspect privately-owned hydrants. If they’re all up to standard…
MACA Arts in the Park moves downtown
MINOT, N.D. – After 35 years of being known as Arts in the Park, the Minot Area Council of The Arts has announced a change to this summer’s concert series. This year the event will be coming into the city. Starting June 3 through Aug….
North Dakota Governor announces end to federal unemployment aid
BISMARCK, N.D. — Gov. Doug Burgum says North Dakota will end its participation in the federal government’s pandemic-related unemployment assistance programs, effective June 19. Burgum says that ending the $300 weekly federal supplemental benefit that is on top of state benefits is being done “to…
North Dakota doctors discuss COVID-19 vaccinations, UMDHU continues walk-in vaccination clinic
MINOT, N.D. – Nationwide, Walmart and Sam’s Club have announced walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations, but that’s not the case at Williston’s Walmart, because it does not have a pharmacy. Meanwhile, other pharmacies in the area have told the Williston Herald they have not been receiving COVID-19…
North Dakota coronavirus news, May 10: North Dakota gets more FEMA pandemic aid
BISMARCK, N.D. – The latest North Dakota coronavirus news: federal aid, insurance, tests and shots. FEMA aid The Federal Emergency Management Agency recently announced that it has provided $8.9 million in additional aid for the COVID-19 response in North Dakota. The assistance was made available…
