Gov. Kelly Armstrong signs first bill of 2025 legislative session expanding eligibility for property tax credit
North Dakota – Gov. Kelly Armstrong signed his first bill of the 2025 legislative session, expanding eligibility for North Dakota’s $500 property tax credit. This new law will allow an estimated 3,900 additional residences to qualify for the credit. Senate Bill 2201, passed during the 2025…
North Dakota Highway Patrol accepting applications for 2025 Youth Academy, offering hands-on law enforcement training and scholarships
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol is now accepting applications for the 2025 Youth Academy, offering an exciting opportunity for teens interested in law enforcement. This free, three-day training program will take place in Bismarck and provide participants with hands-on experience in various aspects…
North Dakota Game and Fish Department seeks contractors to enhance wildlife habitat on PLOTS land
Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is calling on contractors to help improve wildlife habitat on PLOTS (Private Land Open to Sportsmen) land. The department is looking for experienced contractors with expertise in a range of services, including planting native and…
Bridges to Recovery opens in Jamestown, offering 24-hour residential treatment program for individuals on their recovery journey
North Dakota – North Dakota Health and Human Services has announced the opening of Bridges to Recovery, a new residential treatment program in Jamestown. The program provides a safe, supportive environment for individuals to focus on recovery. Operated by South Central Human Service Center, Bridges…
North Dakota Department of Agriculture and North Dakota Agriculture Association to host anhydrous ammonia safety training sessions
North Dakota – The North Dakota Department of Agriculture and the North Dakota Agriculture Association will host anhydrous ammonia safety training sessions across the state in March. Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring emphasized the importance of the training, stating that anyone handling, transferring, or transporting anhydrous…
Gov. Armstrong signs executive order waiving hours of service requirements for commercial drivers amid propane shortage
North Dakota – Gov. Kelly Armstrong signed an executive order today waiving hours of service requirements for drivers of commercial vehicles transporting propane and other petroleum products. The move comes as North Dakota faces frigid temperatures, with tonight’s forecast in Bismarck predicting lows of around 40…
Bismarck Citizen Academy attendees learn about long-term city planning
Bismarck, N.D. – At the midpoint of Bismarck’s Citizen Academy, attendees gathered at the City/County Building to hear from Engineering and Community Development staff. The session focused on how city projects begin in the planning phase—sometimes decades in advance—and evolve through to completion. For more information…
Bismarck residents reminded to schedule bulk item pickup before Feb. 24 deadline
Bismarck, N.D. – According to the city officials, Bismarck residents have until the end of business on Feb. 24 to schedule bulk residential item pickup for February. Those needing pickup should contact Public Works at 701-355-1700 and select Option 3 from the automated menu. For those…
Bismarck police urge residents to take precautions as extreme cold moves in
Bismarck, N.D. -Bismarck police have issued an extreme cold alert, warning residents to prepare for dangerously low temperatures and wind chills that could cause frostbite in minutes. Officials advised dressing in layers, covering exposed skin, and wearing hats, gloves, and warm boots. Residents were urged…
Bismarck city offices and landfill closed Feb. 17, garbage and recycling delayed by one day
Bismarck, N.D. -Bismarck city offices and the landfill will be closed Monday, Feb. 17, in observance of Presidents’ Day. There will be no garbage or curbside recycling collection (gold route) that day. Garbage and recycling pickup will be delayed by one day throughout the week….
