ND unemployment nearing pre-pandemic levels
BISMARCK, N.D. – After unemployment numbers spiked during the pandemic, Job Service representatives said they’re finally seeing rates return to pre-pandemic levels in North Dakota. Unemployment numbers usually dwindle slightly when the spring begins, but this year was different as people head back to work…
Burgum signs bill relaxing emergency nursing home visitation rules
BISMARCK, N.D. – The week after the 2021 Assembly closed, Gov. Doug Burgum, R-N.D., signed the “essential caregivers” bill. The bill requires the Department of Human Services and long-term care facilities to rework their visitation policies during a declared emergency, including making residents more available…
BPS mask recommendation brings a mixture of mask wearing to the classroom
BISMARCK, N.D. – It’s been 14 months since students have been able to walk the school hallways without a mask. But starting Tuesday, they are no longer required in the Bismarck School District. When you take a look inside Legacy High School classrooms, you’ll see…
Wednesday: 4.2% rate; 173 positive; 3 deaths; 41.5% 2x vaccinated
BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota confirmed a positive rate of 4.2% Wednesday. 173 tests were positive out of 5,497. There were 3 new deaths (1,497 total). 40 are currently hospitalized due to COVID with 9 ICU beds occupied. 990 cases remain active. 46.8% of North…
County authorizes antibody test options for employees
MINOT, N.D. – Ward County employees will have two options for COVID-19 antibody testing at no personal cost. The Ward County Commission on Tuesday gave approval to a June blood drive and to using federal CARES Act dollars to cover the $70 cost for employees…
Minot to end rapid COVID-19 testing this week
MINOT, N.D. – The city of Minot is ending its rapid COVID-19 testing operations this Thursday, May 6. The city began offering the service at Fire Station 1 in a drive-through format in late December. As COVID-19 numbers and demand for testing came down over…
Special Health Services helps families pay for children’s medical bills
BISMARCK, N.D. – Paying for medical bills isn’t easy for some, but the state’s Special Health Services initiative looks to help offset some of those costs. As of May 1, the program’s income eligibility requirement increased, allowing families to make more and still qualify for…
ND State Society DAR holds 112th annual gathering in Minot
MINOT, N.D. – Members of the North Dakota State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) met for their 112th annual conference on April 24 in the Carnegie Center in Minot. Special honors went to Culynn Parks, Mohall, who was named the 2021 Outstanding Junior….
Minot State students collect books for Project Armchair
MINOT, N.D. – Project Armchair gives books to children who are in crisis. This can include those who are homeless or hospitalized. The organization is now expanding to help children whose parents and loved ones are incarcerated. Visiting loved ones in a correctional facility is not always the…
Blue Jays Roundup: Tennis, soccer on the road
MINOT, N.D. – The Jamestown High School girls soccer team suffered a disappointing 8-0 shutout on Friday up in Minot. Things were back on track for the Blue Jays at Bismarck St. Mary’s on Tuesday. The Jays defeated the Saints 6-1, repeating what happened when…
