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News from October 2025

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Senate Democrats block bill that would pay essential federal workers during shutdown

By C. D. Unger | Oct 23, 2025

Senate Democrats have voted against the Shutdown Fairness Act, a bill aimed at ensuring pay for federal employees required to work during government shutdowns.

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How many seasonal agricultural visas petitions approved for employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry in North Dakota during 2024?

By S. G. Bates | Oct 23, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-2A petitions filed by Transportation and Warehousing employers in North Dakota were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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How many H-2A petitions were made by North Dakota employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry during 2024?

By S. G. Bates | Oct 23, 2025

All 20 of the H-2A petitions filed by employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located in North Dakota, were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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Minot police charge man with attempted murder after restaurant stabbing

By J. K. Lunsford | Oct 22, 2025

The Minot Police Department has announced that Isac Chaves-Zapata faces charges of attempted murder following a stabbing incident on September 28 at a South Broadway restaurant.

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Traffic pattern changes set for Memorial Highway beginning October 23

By M. E. Cox | Oct 22, 2025

Motorists using Memorial Highway in Mandan will see a change in the traffic pattern starting Thursday, October 23.

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2025: Measles cases in North Dakota up as of week ending Oct. 4

By A. B. Bowman | Oct 21, 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 Sept. 27.

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Faith Dixon pleads guilty to felony theft over misuse of education grant funds

By A. W. Buck | Oct 21, 2025

Faith Dixon of Fargo, North Dakota, has pleaded guilty to three felony counts of theft by deception in Morton County Court.

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How many H-2A petitions were made by North Dakota employers classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024?

By S. G. Bates | Oct 21, 2025

In 2024, 99.6% of H-2A petitions filed by Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting employers in North Dakota were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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Hoeven meets President Trump and officials to address agriculture challenges

By J. R. Owens | Oct 21, 2025

Senator John Hoeven, who chairs the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee, met at the White House with President Donald Trump and senior administration officials to discuss issues affecting agriculture.

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North Dakota Transportation Hall of Honor seeks nominees for 2026 recognition

By M. E. Cox | Oct 21, 2025

The North Dakota Transportation Hall of Honor is accepting nominations for its 2026 class.

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North Dakota health insurance premiums may rise in 2026 if federal subsidies expire

By F. T. Gonzalez | Oct 21, 2025

North Dakota residents who buy their own health insurance may face higher premiums in 2026 if enhanced federal subsidies are not renewed.

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Lane closures and restrictions set for Highway 1806 project near Mandan

By F. T. Gonzalez | Oct 17, 2025

Temporary lane closures will begin October 20 for a project on North Dakota Highway 1806, located 11 miles south of Mandan.

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Kirsten Baesler confirmed as assistant secretary at U.S. Department of Education

By J. R. Owens | Oct 17, 2025

Gov. Kelly Armstrong has congratulated Kirsten Baesler, North Dakota's Superintendent of Public Instruction, following her confirmation by the U.S. Senate to serve as Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education in the U.S....

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State Board of Animal Health to discuss rule changes in October teleconference

By A. W. Buck | Oct 17, 2025

The State Board of Animal Health has scheduled a meeting for 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

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Temporary closure planned for I-194 to I-94 eastbound ramp in Bismarck

By F. T. Gonzalez | Oct 17, 2025

A road repair project will lead to the temporary closure of the on-ramp from Interstate 194 to Interstate 94 eastbound in Bismarck, North Dakota.

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North Dakota DOT seeks more public input on transportation participation plan

By F. T. Gonzalez | Oct 17, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is inviting the public to provide further feedback on its draft Public and Non-Metropolitan Local Official Participation Plan.

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Senate Democrats block FY 2026 defense funding bill in latest appropriations standoff

By C. D. Unger | Oct 16, 2025

Senate Democrats have voted against proceeding with the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act, halting progress on a bill intended to provide funding for U.S. military personnel, their families, and defense readiness initiatives.

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North Dakota DOT opens applications for 2028 Transportation Alternatives program

By M. E. Cox | Oct 16, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has opened the application period for its Transportation Alternatives (TA) program, targeting projects scheduled for federal fiscal year 2028.

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Hoeven criticizes Senate Democrats after defense appropriations bill is blocked

By J. R. Owens | Oct 16, 2025

Senator John Hoeven, who serves on the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee, issued a statement following the Senate Democrats' decision to block consideration of the Defense Appropriations Bill.

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North Dakota Department of Agriculture offers worm conservation kits to elementary teachers

By F. T. Gonzalez | Oct 16, 2025

First- to third-grade teachers in North Dakota can now apply for worm soil conservation kits, an initiative from the North Dakota Department of Agriculture and the North Dakota Ag in the Classroom Program.