Gov. Armstrong congratulates Baesler on nomination for U.S. Department of Education role, announces next steps for state superintendent position
North Dakota – Governor Kelly Armstrong has congratulated North Dakota Superintendent of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler on her nomination to serve as the Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education in the U.S. Department of Education. Baesler, who has led the North Dakota Department of…
Bismarck city offices and landfill to close for Presidents’ Day holiday, service delays expected
Bismarck, N.D. – Bismarck city offices, including the landfill, will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of Presidents’ Day. As a result, there will be no garbage or curbside recycling collection (gold route) on this day. Due to the holiday, garbage and recycling…
North Dakota’s spring light goose conservation order opens Feb. 15, allowing extended hunting opportunities
North Dakota – North Dakota’s spring light goose conservation order will open on February 15 and run through May 11. Residents must have a valid 2024-25 or 2025-26 combination license, or a small game and general game and habitat license. Resident youth under 16 only need…
Bismarck Historical Society to host free program on city’s archaeology
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Historical Society will present a free program on the archaeology of Bismarck at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, in Meeting Room A of the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library. Tour guides Damita Engle and Signe Snortland will explore the hidden…
South Central Human Service Center in Jamestown reopens today after water main break temporarily halts services
North Dakota – North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that the South Central Human Service Center (SCHSC) and regional vocational rehabilitation office in Jamestown temporarily closed on Monday, Feb. 10, due to a water main break. Team members notified individuals with scheduled appointments…
North Dakota Game and Fish Department announces electronic posting for 2025-26 hunting season for private landowners
North Dakota – Landowners interested in posting their private land for the 2025-26 hunting season can now do so electronically through the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s website, gf.nd.gov. To begin, landowners can log into their profile on the site’s “My Account” section. For…
Citizen Academy participants tour Bismarck Airport, learn about its role in the community
Bismarck, N.D. – On Thursday, Citizen Academy attendees visited Bismarck Airport to learn about its impact on the local economy. Participants toured both public and restricted areas of the terminal, gaining insight into the various tenants providing services to travelers. They also met with airport…
Governor Armstrong advocates for task force to streamline state boards and commissions
North Dakota – Governor Kelly Armstrong testified in support of Senate Bill 2308, which proposes creating a task force to review more than 150 state boards and commissions. The task force would assess which boards could be combined or dissolved to increase government efficiency. “Today the…
Governor Armstrong announces appointments to State Board of Higher Education
North Dakota – Governor Kelly Armstrong announced the appointments of Levi Bachmeier of West Fargo and Patrick Sogard of Williston to four-year terms on the State Board of Higher Education, starting July 1. “Levi and Pat bring valuable experience in education policy, finance, and operations to…
Bismarck Fire Department urges residents to keep fire hydrants clear amid snowfall
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Fire Department is asking residents to help ensure fire hydrants remain accessible as more snowfall approaches. With over 4,500 hydrants throughout the city, snow accumulation can make many difficult to reach in emergencies. To assist firefighters, the department is encouraging residents…
