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Lake Agassiz Rest Area closed indefinitely for repairs

By Peace Garden News | Jun 19, 2025

The Lake Agassiz Rest Area building, situated on I-29 near the South Dakota border at mile marker 3 northbound, was closed for repairs at noon on Wednesday, June 18.

Judges announced for North Dakota's National Civics Bee State Finals

By Peace Garden News | Jun 19, 2025

The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) has announced the panel of judges for the 2025 National Civics Bee North Dakota State Finals.

North Dakota reports decline in breeding duck numbers for third consecutive year

By Peace Garden News | Jun 19, 2025

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has released the results of its 78th annual spring breeding duck survey, revealing a continued decline in duck numbers.

VA provides 329 home loans in North Dakota totaling $99.1 million in Q4 2024

By Peace Garden News | Jun 17, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 329 home loans totaling $99.1 million in North Dakota during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

CDC 2025 Measles Update: North Dakota's case count rises as of week ending June 14

By A. B. Bowman | Jun 17, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in North Dakota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending June 7.

North Dakota mandates HPAI testing for dairy cattle at state fair

By Peace Garden News | Jun 17, 2025

At a recent meeting, the State Board of Animal Health decided that lactating dairy cattle must be tested for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) within 10 days before attending the North Dakota State Fair.

North Dakota DOT seeks public input for long-range transportation plan update

By Peace Garden News | Jun 16, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is in the process of updating its long-range transportation plan, with a focus on public and stakeholder participation.

Casey Anderson named new deputy director of Game and Fish Department

By Peace Garden News | Jun 16, 2025

Jeb Williams, the Game and Fish Department director, has announced Casey Anderson's appointment as the agency's deputy director.

VA provides 261 home purchase loans in North Dakota in Q4 2024

By Peace Garden News | Jun 14, 2025

There were 261 VA home purchase loans issued in North Dakota in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, totaling $78.1 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Chateau Road reconstruction project begins in Medora

By Peace Garden News | Jun 13, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation has commenced the Chateau Road Reconstruction project in Medora.

North Dakota celebrates Pollinator Week amid record honey production

By Peace Garden News | Jun 12, 2025

Gov. Kelly Armstrong has declared June 16-22, 2025, as Pollinator Week in North Dakota.

NDDOT invites proposals for 2026 transportation conference

By Peace Garden News | Jun 12, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has announced a call for presentation proposals for the 2026 North Dakota Transportation Conference.

Average VA Purchase Loan amount in North Dakota increases from Q3 to Q4 2024

By Peace Garden News | Jun 11, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for North Dakota in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $299,422, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

GNDC releases legislative scorecard highlighting key votes affecting business climate

By Peace Garden News | Jun 11, 2025

The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) has published its 2025 Legislative Report titled "How They Voted," which evaluates how state lawmakers voted on significant bills during the 69th Legislative Assembly.

Governor's written objection clarifies language in vetoed bills

By Peace Garden News | Jun 11, 2025

A governor's written statement of objections to a vetoed bill or item must clearly outline the language that was vetoed.

Governor's veto scope clarified in new Attorney General's opinion

By Peace Garden News | Jun 11, 2025

A new opinion has been issued by the Attorney General concerning the scope of Governor Kelly Armstrong's veto on Senate Bill 2014.

Miriam Avenue closure impacts traffic near Bismarck Expressway

By Peace Garden News | Jun 11, 2025

Miriam Avenue, located west of Centennial Road/Bismarck Expressway in Bismarck, North Dakota, is currently closed due to ongoing construction work on the Interstate 94 Exit 161 Interchange project.

North Dakota HHS invites public to DOJ settlement agreement update meeting

By Peace Garden News | Jun 11, 2025

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is inviting residents to a quarterly update meeting on Thursday, June 12, from 1 to 3 p.m. CT.

North Dakota reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending June 7

By A. B. Bowman | Jun 10, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in North Dakota for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 31.