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Hoeven urges passage of short-term funding bill amid calls for agriculture aid

By N. G. Travis | Oct 3, 2025

Senator John Hoeven addressed the Senate to advocate for reopening the federal government by passing a clean, short-term continuing resolution (CR).

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota supports major rural health transformation initiative

By M. E. Cox | Oct 2, 2025

North Dakota is preparing for a significant investment in rural health care through the Rural Health Transformation Program.

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North Dakota DOT seeks public input on statewide transit planning

By M. E. Cox | Oct 2, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is asking residents to participate in the development of two statewide transportation plans.

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Traffic switch scheduled for September 30 on US Highway 2 in Williston

By M. E. Cox | Oct 2, 2025

Reede Construction is set to implement a traffic switch on Tuesday, September 30, as part of ongoing work along the U.S. Highway 2 and Dakota Parkway corridor in Williston.

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Palmer amaranth confirmed in Adams County as officials urge vigilance

By A. W. Buck | Oct 2, 2025

Palmer amaranth, a weed known for its resistance to herbicides and rapid spread, has been identified in Adams County, North Dakota.

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Department of War awards $19 million contract for Grand Forks AFB runway repairs

By C. D. Unger | Oct 1, 2025

The U.S. Department of War has awarded a contract valued at $19,817,205 to United Crane and Excavation for repairs to the runway at Grand Forks Air Force Base.

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Grand Forks Air Force Base receives nearly $20 million for runway repair project

By J. R. Owens | Oct 1, 2025

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded nearly $20 million to United Crane and Excavation, a company based in Grand Forks, North Dakota, for runway repairs at the Grand Forks Air Force Base.

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Mandan roadwork shifts as intersection closures begin for infrastructure improvements

By F. T. Gonzalez | Sep 30, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has announced that the intersection at 46th Avenue SE and Memorial Highway in Mandan is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, September 30.

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Federal funds awarded to two North Dakota museums for collections management

By C. D. Unger | Sep 30, 2025

Two museums in North Dakota have been awarded a total of $111,208 in federal funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).

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EPA awards over $1.3 million to North Dakota agencies and Three Affiliated Tribes

By C. D. Unger | Sep 30, 2025

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has allocated more than $1.3 million in grants to North Dakota agencies and the Three Affiliated Tribes, according to an announcement made in Bismarck.

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Department of Education awards nearly $1.4 million for Indian education in North Dakota

By C. D. Unger | Sep 30, 2025

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded nearly $1.4 million to three colleges in North Dakota to support Indian education and professional development programs.

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U.S. Department of Education awards over $2 million to six North Dakota colleges

By J. R. Owens | Sep 30, 2025

The U.S. Department of Education has allocated more than $2.1 million to support student services at six colleges in North Dakota.

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HHS schedules stakeholder meeting on disability support services for October 7

By M. E. Cox | Sep 30, 2025

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is inviting residents to a quarterly stakeholder meeting on October 7, from 10 a.m. to noon Central Time, to discuss ongoing efforts aimed at supporting individuals with physical disabilities who wish...

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General Kenneth Wilsbach nominated as next U.S. Air Force chief of staff

By C. D. Unger | Sep 30, 2025

General Kenneth Wilsbach has been nominated to serve as the next Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, according to an announcement from the Air Force.

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Hoeven criticizes Senate Democrats as shutdown looms

By J. R. Owens | Sep 30, 2025

Senator John Hoeven has released a statement regarding the impending government shutdown, attributing the situation to Senate Democrats' refusal to approve a short-term continuing resolution (CR) that would fund the government through November 21.

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North Dakota offers STEM agriculture kits for middle and high school educators

By M. E. Cox | Sep 30, 2025

Middle and high school teachers in North Dakota are being invited to apply for modern agriculture STEM kits, an initiative from the North Dakota Department of Agriculture and the North Dakota Ag in the Classroom Program.

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North Dakota DOT schedules public input session for US Highway 2 project

By F. T. Gonzalez | Sep 30, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has scheduled a public input meeting on October 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. Central Time to discuss planned intersection improvements at U.S. Highway 2 and North 43rd Street in Grand Forks.

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North Dakota introduces digital wallet option for driver's licenses

By F. T. Gonzalez | Sep 30, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has launched North Dakota Mobile ID, a new service that allows residents to add their driver’s license or state identification card to digital wallets on mobile devices.

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Traffic shift planned on Minot’s South Broadway as culvert work continues

By F. T. Gonzalez | Sep 30, 2025

Beginning Friday, October 3, traffic on U.S. Highway 83/South Broadway in Minot will be shifted to the southbound lanes in a head-to-head configuration as the northbound lanes close for culvert replacement work, according to the North Dakota...

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Attorney General Wrigley to hold press conference on unlawful image investigation in Fargo

By M. E. Cox | Sep 29, 2025

Attorney General Drew Wrigley will join other law enforcement leaders for a press conference in Fargo, North Dakota, to address an ongoing and expanding investigation into activities related to the creation and distribution of unlawful images.