Senator Kevin Cramer, US Senator for North Dakota
Government

FEMA awards $817,641 to North Dakota for storm recovery efforts

FEMA has awarded over $800,000 for infrastructure repairs in North Dakota after severe storms last year. Funds will go toward utility restoration at Minnkota Power Cooperative and rebuilding at University of Jamestown. Senator Kevin Cramer highlighted ongoing recovery efforts.

Terry Daffinrrud Owner
Sports

Host families provide support and community for Larks players in Bismarck

Matthew Fetsch, Executive Director of NDHSAA
Non-profit

Two former North Dakota high school athletes play in 2026 College World Series

Bishop Kagan
Business

3rd Street to close near railroad tracks for one week starting June 14

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Senator Kevin Cramer, US Senator for North Dakota
Government

North Dakota to receive full federal reimbursement for Dakota Access Pipeline protest costs

North Dakota will receive full federal reimbursement totaling nearly $38 million related to policing costs from past pipeline protests after settling its lawsuit against Washington. Senator Kevin Cramer welcomed closure on litigation that spanned almost ten years.

Jeb Williams Director
Non-profit

North Dakota breeding duck numbers fall below long-term average in 2026 survey

North Dakota’s latest spring survey shows a continued decline in breeding duck populations with numbers falling below historical averages for the first time since the early nineties. Department officials attribute ongoing decreases to habitat loss affecting both local hunters and continental waterfowl populations.
Jim Vahrenkamp, Head Coach at North Dakota Fighting Hawks Women's Outdoor Track & Field
Business

Jadyn Keeler earns First Team All-American honors at NCAA Championships

Jadyn Keeler made history as North Dakota’s first track athlete to earn First Team All-American honors after finishing sixth in the women’s 10,000-meter run at Hayward Field. Her achievement ties UND’s highest-ever finish at an NCAA Track and Field Championship.
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas
Sports

North Dakota listed as one of 29 states prohibiting boys from girls’ high school sports

An analysis by Peace Garden News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” North Dakota is one of 29 states following the order that bans biological males from playing on female sports teams.
Steven L. Lieberman, Under Secretary of Veterans Affairs for Health
Government

VA provides 411 home loans in North Dakota totaling $136.3 million in Q1

The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA) issued 411 home loans totaling $136.3 million in North Dakota during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026, according to the Veterans’ Affairs Home Loans Index.

Brian Van Horn, M.P.A., Ed.D. President
Business

Mayville State University honors veterans through campus traditions and community engagement

Mayville State University President Brian Van Horn described recent alumni activities honoring military service members on campus. The university recognized contributions from local veterans while preparing ceremonies for World War II alumnus Irvin Ellingson’s return.
Dr. Andrew Armacost, President
Non-profit

UND scholar examines changing views on retirement and aging in the workforce

A new article from UND explores how Americans’ decisions about retirement are shaped by longer lifespans, economic pressures, cultural attitudes toward aging, and changing workplace dynamics. Scholar Lee Ann Rawlins Williams discusses why leaving work has become less straightforward for many older adults.
Ryan Voz, President/Commissioner at Northwoods League
Sports

Mott-Regent student recognized as May Kid of the Month

A Mott-Regent Elementary School student has been named May Kid of the Month for academic excellence, volunteering efforts, and extracurricular participation. Teacher Tracey Johnson praised him for leadership qualities both inside and outside the classroom.