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Ward County residents face charges in sexual abuse case at Minot facility

By Peace Garden News | Mar 27, 2025

North Dakota Attorney General Drew H. Wrigley has announced charges against Amber Hattem and Dalton Hattem, both Ward County residents, in relation to a case involving the sexual abuse and exploitation of vulnerable adults.

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Rep. Fedorchak backs bill to defend universities from foreign influence

By Peace Garden News | Mar 27, 2025

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak cast her vote in favor of a new legislative measure intended to safeguard American higher education from foreign influence.

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Former North Dakota state legislator sentenced to 10 years for child exploitation

By Peace Garden News | Mar 27, 2025

Raymon (Ray) Everett Holmberg, a former North Dakota state senator with a long career spanning 45 years, has been sentenced to a 10-year prison term.

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19th Street SE in Mandan to close April 1 for storm sewer installation

By Peace Garden News | Mar 27, 2025

Starting April 1, 2025, a section of 19th Street Southeast in Mandan will close temporarily to install a new storm sewer system as part of the Memorial Highway Reconstruction project.

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Fedorchak votes to overturn Biden's energy regulations, cites government overreach

By Peace Garden News | Mar 27, 2025

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak recently supported two resolutions to repeal energy regulations introduced by the current administration.

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How many H-1B petitions made by North Dakota employers were approved during 2024?

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 95.5% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in North Dakota were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Bipartisan bill seeks expansion of VA burial benefits for veterans' families

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

In 1985, U.S. Air Force Veteran Dennis "Denny" Krisfalusy and his wife, Lois, lost their lives in an earthquake in Mexico City.

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NDDOT focuses on new bridge and roadway upgrades at I-94 Exit 161 Interchange

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation is intensifying its efforts on the construction at the Interstate 94 Exit 161 interchange in Bismarck.

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I-94 construction near Bismarck begins April 1 with lane closures

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

Construction on Interstate 94 east of Bismarck is set to commence on Tuesday, April 1.

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Fedorchak meets with grid operators to address national energy challenges

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

This week, Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak met with top energy leaders to discuss crucial challenges concerning America's power grid.

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Maternal health grant applications open through April 30 by BCBSND

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

The Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) Caring Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Maternal Health Grants.

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Legislation aims to boost advocacy for rural veteran healthcare

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) employs patient advocates at medical centers across the nation to manage feedback from veterans and their families.

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Fedorchak discusses state priorities with Trump at White House

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak from North Dakota joined President Donald Trump at the White House alongside other freshman House Republicans.

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Senator Cramer questions FWS, EPA nominees on WOTUS and cooperative federalism

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee recently conducted a hearing evaluating nominees to serve in the Trump administration.

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HHS ensures service continuity in North Dakota as federal funding ends

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is taking steps to ensure that North Dakotans continue to receive essential services as federal pandemic-era funding comes to an end earlier than expected.

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North Dakota awards $2.8M for lignite research and development

By Peace Garden News | Mar 26, 2025

The North Dakota Industrial Commission has approved over $2.8 million in grants for the Lignite Research, Development and Marketing Program.

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North Dakota’s Transfer Dependency in 2022 vs 1970: Shocking analysis

By Peace Garden News | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 14.1% of income in North Dakota. How does this compare to historical figures?

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North Dakota's Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending March 22

By A. B. Bowman | Mar 25, 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 March 15.

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North Dakota seeks public comment on new maternal and child health priorities

By Peace Garden News | Mar 25, 2025

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has concluded its five-year needs assessment to identify priorities for maternal and child health services.

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North Dakota sees 2 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Utilities industry during 2024

By Peace Garden News | Mar 24, 2025

Employers classified under the Utilities industry based in North Dakota submitted two H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.