Gov. Kelly Armstrong signs final bills of 2025 session, issues targeted vetoes on six
Bismarck, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong signed the remaining legislation from North Dakota’s 2025 session on Monday, finalizing a period marked by bipartisan cooperation, sweeping policy changes, and selective fiscal restraint. In total, lawmakers passed 601 bills during the 69th Legislative Assembly, which convened on Jan….
Gov. Kelly Armstrong honors legacy of late Rep. Cindy Schreiber-Beck
North Dakota – North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong issued a heartfelt statement Monday following the passing of state Rep. Cynthia “Cindy” Schreiber-Beck of Wahpeton, remembering her as a dedicated public servant whose work impacted communities across the state. “Cindy Schreiber-Beck served the citizens of North…
Colonel’s Award honors NDHP trooper and health official for life-saving efforts, mental health advocacy
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol has recognized two individuals whose commitment to service and public safety made a significant impact on the lives of others. Trooper Darin Malafa received the Colonel’s Award for his courageous and compassionate actions during a critical incident…
Bismarck Fire Department gives young cancer patient a day to remember
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Fire Department recently hosted a special visitor—6-year-old Royce—for an unforgettable day at the fire station. The visit was organized in partnership with Living Hope Church through the Best Day Ever program, a nonprofit initiative founded by Andy Lam that creates…
Traffic redirected onto new lanes at Medora roundabout as construction advances
North Dakota – Beginning the week of May 22, the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will implement a traffic shift on Pacific Avenue, directing vehicles through the two north side lanes of the newly constructed roundabout at Chateau Road. Under the new traffic pattern,…
Rosser Avenue to close west of Channel Drive for sewer line replacement
Bismarck, N.D. – Beginning Monday, May 19, 2025, a section of Rosser Avenue west of Channel Drive in Bismarck will be closed to allow for sewer line replacement, according to the Bismarck City Government. The closure is expected to last up to four weeks, depending…
Governor appoints interim commissioner to lead North Dakota Health and Human Services during leadership transition
North Dakota – Governor Kelly Armstrong has appointed J. Patrick “Pat” Traynor, executive director of the Dakota Medical Foundation (DMF), to serve as interim commissioner of the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), effective June 2, 2025. Traynor will take a one-year…
DUI rollover crash in Stutsman County results in minor injuries
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol responded to a rollover crash involving a suspected impaired driver on Highway 9 in Stutsman County on Thursday afternoon. The crash occurred at approximately 3:52 p.m. near mile marker 32. Authorities reported that the driver sustained minor…