Governor Armstrong proclaims Prairie Day to honor North Dakota’s native grasslands and ranchers
North Dakota – With a nod to North Dakota’s natural heritage and the ranchers who help preserve it, Governor Kelly Armstrong has officially proclaimed June 7 as Prairie Day. The announcement, made at the North Dakota Capitol, was marked by a gathering of ranchers from…
60-year-old man sustained life-threatening injuries following a single-vehicle rollover on Highway 1806
North Dakota – A 60-year-old man sustained life-threatening injuries late Monday night following a single-vehicle rollover on Highway 1806 in Morton County, according to a media release from the North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP). The crash occurred at approximately 11:40 p.m. on June 9, near mile…
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…
