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S&P reaffirms Bank of North Dakota’s A+/Stable credit rating

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

Standard & Poor's (S&P) has reaffirmed the Bank of North Dakota's (BND) credit rating as A+/Stable, according to a report released on January 14.

North Dakota awards $6.3M for oil and gas research initiatives

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

The North Dakota Industrial Commission has approved nearly $6.3 million in matching grants for the Oil and Gas Research Program during its 61st grant round.

Senate panel discusses DOD procurement challenges with industry experts

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

The Department of Defense (DOD) is under scrutiny for its acquisition system, which critics argue is slow and inefficient.

North Dakota launches $200M relief fund for farmers facing economic challenges

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

The North Dakota Industrial Commission has approved the Bank of North Dakota's 2024 Ag Disaster Relief program.

Lane closure on I-94 in Fargo scheduled for tomorrow morning

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

Starting at 5 a.m. on Wednesday, January 29, the left lane of eastbound Interstate 94 in Fargo will be closed for guardrail repair.

Hoeven comments on Sean Duffy's confirmation as Transportation Secretary

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

Senator John Hoeven has expressed his approval following the confirmation of Sean Duffy as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation by the Senate.

Senate examines challenges facing veteran healthcare access

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

The Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee convened to evaluate the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Care program.

Reports highlight potential benefits of Co2-enhanced oil recovery in North Dakota

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

The North Dakota Tax Commissioner’s Office and the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) have published reports outlining the economic potential of CO₂-enhanced oil recovery (CO₂-EOR) in North Dakota.

Kevin Cramer appointed chair of Senate transportation subcommittee

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

The Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee has announced that U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota will chair the Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Subcommittee for the 119th Congress.

Belcourt man receives life sentence for sexual abuse and domestic assault

By Peace Garden News | Jan 28, 2025

United States Attorney Mac Schneider has announced the sentencing of Justin Lee Baker, a 44-year-old resident of Belcourt, ND.

Nominations open for NASBLA's 2025 boating safety awards

By Peace Garden News | Jan 27, 2025

The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) is now accepting nominations for two prestigious awards in the field of boating safety.

North Dakota Game and Fish seeks contractors for habitat work

By Peace Garden News | Jan 27, 2025

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is inviting businesses to register as contractors for habitat work on lands designated under the Private Land Open To Sportsmen (PLOTS) program across the state.

Hoeven supports Scott Bessent's confirmation as Treasury Secretary

By Peace Garden News | Jan 27, 2025

Senator John Hoeven has expressed his support following the confirmation of Scott Bessent as Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Treasury by the Senate.

City of Mandan seeks public input for downtown street improvement plans

By Peace Garden News | Jan 27, 2025

The City of Mandan is organizing a public input meeting to discuss proposed improvements to downtown streets and avenues.

Kristi Noem confirmed as new Secretary of Homeland Security

By Peace Garden News | Jan 25, 2025

Senator John Hoeven has announced the confirmation of Kristi Noem as the United States Secretary of Homeland Security.

Kristi Noem confirmed as Secretary of Homeland Security by U.S. Senate

By Peace Garden News | Jan 25, 2025

By a vote of 59 to 34, the United States Senate has confirmed Kristi Noem as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota supported her nomination.

Senator Hoeven comments on Pete Hegseth's confirmation as Secretary of Defense

By Peace Garden News | Jan 24, 2025

Senator John Hoeven expressed his support following the confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense.

Legislation introduced to cover first responders' cancer under PSOB program

By Peace Garden News | Jan 24, 2025

In Washington, D.C., U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer and Amy Klobuchar have introduced legislation to expand benefits for first responders diagnosed with service-related cancers under the Department of Justice’s Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB)...

Senator Kevin Cramer named chair of Senate Armed Services' Airland Subcommittee

By Peace Garden News | Jan 24, 2025

The Senate Armed Services Committee has announced that U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, a Republican from North Dakota, will take on the role of Chairman of the Airland Subcommittee for the 119th Congress.