Senators Hoeven and Cramer Recommend Brad Thykeson for North Dakota State Executive Director of the Farm Service Agency
Bismarck, ND – North Dakota Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer have officially announced their recommendation for Brad Thykeson to serve as the next State Executive Director of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) in North Dakota. Thykeson, who previously held the position during President Donald…
Minot City Council Voices Concerns Over Property Tax Reform Bill
Minot, ND – The Minot City Council met on Tuesday to discuss the potential impact of Governor Armstrong’s property tax reform bill, alongside other legislative proposals that could significantly affect local spending. While no formal motion was made, several council members expressed concerns that the…
North Dakota Teenager’s Death Linked to Sextortion Scheme Involving Ivory Coast Man
BISMARCK, ND — A man from the Ivory Coast has been indicted for his role in a sextortion group that allegedly contributed to the tragic suicide of a North Dakota teenager. The charges highlight the growing global issue of online exploitation and the devastating consequences…
Bottineau Man Dies After Fall at Grain Elevator Site
BOTTINEAU, N.D. — The Bottineau County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 57-year-old man who fell at a grain elevator site last week. According to authorities, deputies were called to the scene on Friday morning after reports of a man lying face down…
North Dakota Considers Tougher Laws to Combat Online Child Exploitation
BISMARCK, ND — As incidents of graphic images involving minors continue to surface online, law enforcement in North Dakota is sounding the alarm about the growing use of digital devices, such as smartphones and computers, to create and distribute such content. In response, state lawmakers…
North Dakota Lawmakers Reject Sunday Blue Laws and Kratom Classification Bill
BISMARCK, ND – A proposal to reinstate Sunday blue laws in North Dakota has been rejected following a recent vote in the state legislature. The bill, known as House Bill 1150, sought to require some retail businesses to close from midnight to noon on Sundays,…
AARP North Dakota Volunteers Advocate for Key Issues at State Capitol
BISMARCK, ND — Dozens of AARP North Dakota volunteers gathered at the state Capitol last week to meet with lawmakers and advocate for issues that impact North Dakotans aged 50 and older. On a cold and blustery day, approximately 45 to 50 volunteers traveled from…
North Dakota Sees Significant Drop in Natural Gas Flaring, Promotes Sustainable Oil and Gas Practices
BISMARCK, N.D. — The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has announced a substantial reduction in natural gas flaring over the past decade, reflecting the state’s efforts to combine economic growth with environmental sustainability. According to a recent report, natural gas flaring in North…
