NDHP highlights local cycling duo as a reminder to share the road safely during North Dakota’s busy summer season
Bismarck, N.D. – Steve and Carol, a devoted cycling couple who spend their summers in Bismarck, are turning heads—and raising awareness—as they ride their distinctive tandem-style bicycle across North Dakota highways. The pair, who return to the capital city each year to be close to…
Governor appoints new judge to fill vacancy in North Central Judicial District serving Burke, Mountrail, and Ward counties
North Dakota – Gov. Kelly Armstrong has appointed Minot attorney Steven Lautt to fill an open judgeship in the North Central Judicial District, which includes Burke, Mountrail, and Ward counties. Lautt’s appointment becomes effective August 4 and follows the retirement of longtime District Judge Douglas…
26-year-old man dies in crash after running stop sign on 36th Street, officials say
North Dakota – A 26-year-old man from Fargo was killed Saturday morning in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV at a four-way stop intersection in south Fargo, according to the North Dakota Highway Patrol. The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. on June 7…
City of Bismarck shares update on East Century Avenue reconstruction progress, highlights ongoing utility work and traffic changes
Eugene, OR – The City of Bismarck is sharing new updates from Knife River Construction on the East Century Avenue Reconstruction Project, along with aerial drone footage highlighting the current stage of progress. City officials said the work, which aims to improve traffic flow and…
Temporary lane closures begin June 4 on U.S. Highway 2 in Williston
North Dakota – Drivers in Williston should prepare for temporary traffic pattern changes beginning Wednesday, June 4, as part of the ongoing U.S. Highway 2 improvement project. The adjustments are expected to last for approximately one week and are necessary to facilitate manhole work and…
New faces join Bismarck Fire Department after academy graduation
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Fire Department has officially welcomed three new firefighters to active shift duty following their successful graduation from the New Recruit Fire Academy. Miles Mainey, Taylor Schwede, and Clay Roberts have each earned their Firefighter 1 certifications, meeting the core qualifications…
NDDOT to begin seasonal highway mowing; landowners reminded of haying rules
Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will begin seasonal mowing along state highway shoulders starting in mid-June through July 1, depending on grass height. The effort will establish a seven-to-ten-foot clearance along shoulders to maintain road visibility and safety. The department…
All suspects in Sioux County vehicle pursuit arrested with help from NDHP aircraft
North Dakota – All three suspects involved in a multi-agency pursuit through Sioux and Morton counties on June 2 have been safely taken into custody, thanks to aerial support from the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP). The incident began at approximately 10:38 a.m., when the…
