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Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota executive Joan McCusker honored with legacy award

By Peace Garden News | Jul 9, 2025

Joan McCusker, Executive Vice President of Operations and Corporate Strategy at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND), has been named one of the nine recipients of the 2025 Prairie Business Leaders & Legacies Award.

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USDA opens disaster aid applications July 10 following Hoeven-backed funding

By N. G. Travis | Jul 9, 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will start accepting applications on July 10 for the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP), according to an announcement from Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations...

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North Dakota ranked 37th in average VA home loan amount in Q1

By Peace Garden News | Jul 8, 2025

With $317,238 in home loans issued, North Dakota ranked 37th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Cramer, Rosen introduce bill recognizing combat service of remotely piloted aircraft crews

By N. G. Travis | Jul 8, 2025

North Dakota continues to play a significant role in remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) operations, with the 119th Air Wing “Happy Hooligans” in Fargo operating MQ-9 Reapers and the 319th Reconnaissance Wing in Grand Forks flying RQ-4 Global Hawks.

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FAA announces more than $4 million in grants for North Dakota airport upgrades

By J. R. Owens | Jul 7, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced $4,487,203 in funding for airport improvement projects at several airports across North Dakota.

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NDDOT opens applications for Flexible Transportation Fund program

By Peace Garden News | Jul 7, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has opened applications for the Flexible Transportation Fund (Flex Fund) program.

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Grape and Wine Advisory Committee meets to discuss funding for industry projects

By Peace Garden News | Jul 7, 2025

The Grape and Wine Advisory Committee is scheduled to convene on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 10 a.m. CST.

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Hoeven promotes legislation aimed at boosting U.S. energy production

By J. R. Owens | Jul 7, 2025

Senator John Hoeven held a press conference in Bismarck, North Dakota, alongside Representative Julie Fedorchak and Senator Kevin Cramer to discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB).

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North Dakota wildlife photo contest open for submissions until October 1

By Peace Garden News | Jul 7, 2025

Photographers looking to participate in the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s Watchable Wildlife Photo Contest must adhere to specific submission guidelines.

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Number of VA loans issued in North Dakota increased by 60.6% from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025

By Peace Garden News | Jul 5, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 371 home loans in North Dakota, totaling $117.7 million, during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Hoeven highlights House passage of broad legislative package covering taxes, defense, energy

By J. R. Owens | Jul 4, 2025

Senator John Hoeven released a statement following the House of Representatives' approval of the One Big Beautiful Bill.

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North Dakota steps up clean energy support with 2 new policies or incentives in 2024

By M. L. Valdez | Jul 4, 2025

North Dakota added at least two new clean energy policies or incentives in 2024, according to data from DSIRE.

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Hoeven issues Independence Day statement honoring servicemembers

By C. D. Unger | Jul 4, 2025

Senator John Hoeven released a statement in recognition of Independence Day.

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North Dakota unifies insurance and securities departments under one regulator

By Peace Garden News | Jul 3, 2025

North Dakota has unified its Insurance and Securities departments, a move aimed at enhancing consumer protection against fraud and financial risk.

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Guardrail repairs to close I-194 ramp temporarily next week

By Peace Garden News | Jul 3, 2025

A guardrail repair project will lead to the temporary closure of the on-ramp from Interstate 194 to Interstate 94 eastbound.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in North Dakota in Q1 2025 vs. Q4 2024

By Peace Garden News | Jul 2, 2025

The VA issued 112 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in North Dakota during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, compared to 41 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Hoeven outlines major agriculture provisions secured in new federal legislation

By J. R. Owens | Jul 2, 2025

Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, held a roundtable with North Dakota farm leaders in Fargo to discuss key provisions included in the One Big...

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North Dakota Medical Professionals Among Hundreds Charged in $14.6 Billion National Health Care Fraud Takedown

By Peace Garden News | Jul 2, 2025

The Department of Justice announced in North Dakota, medical professionals were among the 324 individuals charged in the Justice Department’s largest-ever health care fraud takedown, involving over $14.6 billion in alleged fraudulent claims nationwide.

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Hoeven promotes One Big Beautiful Bill’s permanent tax cuts at Bismarck event

By J. R. Owens | Jul 2, 2025

Senator John Hoeven held a press conference in Bismarck, North Dakota, to discuss the proposed One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), which he says will deliver permanent tax relief for families and small businesses.

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Senate passes bill making permanent tax cuts for families, businesses

By N. G. Travis | Jul 1, 2025

The U.S. Senate has passed the One Big Beautiful Bill, legislation aimed at making permanent a range of tax cuts and expanding support for American families, small businesses, farmers, ranchers, energy producers, and military personnel.