Governor Kelly Armstrong Reflects on Donald Trump’s Inauguration as 47th President of the United States
Bismarck, ND — North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong and First Lady Kjersti Armstrong attended the swearing-in ceremony of Donald J. Trump as the 47th president of the United States at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on January 20, 2025. Following the event, Governor Armstrong…
Fargo Police Squad Car Struck by Drunk Driver, No Injuries Reported
Fargo, ND – A Fargo Police Department squad car was struck by another vehicle on the evening of January 18, though fortunately, no injuries were reported. According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP), the incident occurred just before 10 p.m. at the intersection of 7th…
Senator Cramer Introduces VA Home Loan Awareness Act to Boost Veterans’ Knowledge of Benefits
BISMARCK, ND — Senator Kevin Cramer has introduced a new bipartisan piece of legislation aimed at increasing awareness among veterans regarding the home loan benefits available to them through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The proposed bill, known as the VA Home Loan Awareness…
City Services Affected by Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in Bismarck and Minot
Bismarck, ND – As Martin Luther King, Jr. Day approaches tomorrow, residents in Bismarck and Minot can expect several city services to be delayed or closed in observance of the holiday. In Bismarck, all city offices, including the landfill, will be closed tomorrow. There will…
North Dakota Homeowners Can Receive Up to $500 Tax Credit
Bismarck, ND – Homeowners in North Dakota have the opportunity to claim a tax credit of up to $500, according to the North Dakota Office of the State Tax Commissioner. This credit is available to all state homeowners who meet certain criteria, making it an…
North Dakota Game and Fish Department Resumes Hunter Education Courses for 2025
Bismarck, ND – The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has announced the return of its hunter education classes, which are required for individuals aged 12 and older who wish to obtain a firearm or bowhunting license in the state. The courses, which were temporarily…
Block Inc. Agrees to $80 Million Settlement Over BSA/AML Violations
Bismarck, ND – The North Dakota Department of Financial Institutions, in collaboration with 48 other state regulatory agencies, has reached a settlement with Block Inc. following violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws. The financial services company, known for its…
McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office Reopens 2013 Death Case of Hillsboro Man
Watford City, ND — A death investigation that has remained unresolved for over a decade is being revisited by the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office, as new attention is brought to the 2013 death of Duncan Templer, a 51-year-old man from Hillsboro. Templer’s body was found…
Mandan Parks and Recreation Settles ADA Violations at Starion Sports Complex
Mandan, ND — Mandan Parks and Recreation has reached a settlement with the U.S. Attorney’s Office after an investigation revealed multiple violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) at the Starion Sports Complex. The facility, which opened in 2017, is an 84,000 square foot…
Icy Conditions Lead to Delays and Stalled Vehicles in Minot Area
MINOT, N.D. — Hazardous driving conditions persist along Highway 83, with icy roads causing significant issues for motorists in the Minot area. As of 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Ward County Sheriff’s Capt. Jason Kraft reported that icy stretches of the highway continue to pose a…
