North Dakota requests federal disaster aid following severe storms in June
North Dakota – North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong has formally requested a presidential major disaster declaration after severe storms struck the state on June 20-21. The storms produced over 20 tornadoes and damaging straight-line winds, resulting in widespread destruction and preliminary public damage estimates nearing…
Governor Armstrong appoints new judge to South Central Judicial District
North Dakota – Governor Kelly Armstrong has appointed Marina Spahr, a Bismarck attorney with over 30 years of experience in civil and criminal law, to fill the vacant judgeship in the South Central Judicial District. The appointment will take effect on September 15. Spahr currently…
North Dakota DOT revises Bismarck/Mandan chip seal project plan to reduce traffic impact
Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation has announced updates to the ongoing chip seal project in the Bismarck/Mandan area following public feedback and internal review. Officials said adjustments are being made to minimize disruptions for drivers during the short construction season. As…
Governor issues statement on passing of spouse of lieutenant governor after battle with cancer
North Dakota – Gov. Kelly Armstrong released a heartfelt statement mourning the loss of Dr. Tom Strinden, husband of Lieutenant Gov. Michelle Strinden. Dr. Strinden passed peacefully on Sunday, July 13, at their family lake home, surrounded by his loved ones after a 17-month battle…
Bismarck community development seeks input on short-term rental regulations
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck’s Community Development Department has launched a survey to gather public opinion on the operation and regulation of short-term rentals within the city. The feedback collected will be used to help draft a proposed ordinance establishing basic standards for these…
Three new officers sworn in at Bismarck Police Department
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department welcomed three new officers to its ranks during a swearing-in ceremony held Friday, July 11, 2025. Bryce Borngraeber, Chase Bladow, and Geraldo Fox took the oath of office in front of department leadership, including Chief Draovitch, marking the…
Man kiIIed the woman he recentIy met onIine after the victim told him that she enjoys spending time with him but doesn’t have enough mentaI capacity for any type of reIationship right now: police
Minnesota – A Minnesota man was arrested and charged with second-degree intentionaI murder in connection with the death of a young woman he recentIy met onIine, later identified as 22-year-old KayIi. The victim was found dead from a gunshot wound to the head in her Minnesota…
Groundbreaking ceremony marks start of new military gallery construction at North Dakota Heritage Center
North Dakota – Governor Kelly Armstrong joined officials today for the groundbreaking of a new Military Gallery at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum, a project honoring the state’s servicemembers and veterans. Armstrong highlighted the gallery as a step toward making North Dakota…
Bismarck-area agencies launch weekend speed enforcement effort
Bismarck, N.D. – Law enforcement agencies across the Bismarck-Mandan region are teaming up for a coordinated speed enforcement operation from July 11 to 13. The initiative, called “Slow Down BisMan,” is aimed at curbing dangerous driving and improving road safety. The Bismarck, Mandan, and Lincoln…
Wood chips offered for free at two Bismarck grass collection sites
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck will begin offering free wood chips to residents on a trial basis at two designated grass collection sites, officials announced Wednesday. The two locations include the Cottonwood Park parking lot at Santa Fe Avenue and 12th Street, and…
