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Bipartisan bill aims to modernize Medicare coverage for chiropractic services

U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer and Richard Blumenthal have reintroduced the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act, aiming to expand Medicare coverage for chiropractic services.

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Hoeven backs Doug Burgum for interior secretary role

Senator John Hoeven introduced Governor Doug Burgum, nominated by President Donald Trump for the position of Secretary of the Interior and head of the National Energy Council, at a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing.

North Dakota announces mandatory hunter education courses for post-1961 births

If you were born after 1961 and are at least 12 years old, North Dakota requires you to complete a certified hunter education course before obtaining a firearm or bowhunting license.

Senator Hoeven discusses new Congress' plans for U.S.-Mexico border security

During a recent Senate session, Senator John Hoeven addressed efforts by the 119th Congress to enhance border security and reverse immigration policies from the Biden-Harris administration.

Zeldin faces questions on environmental policies at Senate hearing

The Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee convened a hearing to review the nomination of Lee Zeldin for the role of Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

EDA grants $3.2 million for Grand Forks soybean facility expansion

The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) has allocated a $3.2 million grant to Grand Forks for the expansion of a soybean processing facility and to support new industrial development in the region.

North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade announces summer camp for youth education

The North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade's 1st Battalion will host a youth camp from July 8 to 12 at the 4-H Center in Washburn.

Legislation seeks congressional gold medals for 'Miracle on Ice' hockey team

In February 1980, the United States Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team made history by defeating the Soviet Union in a match that became known as the "Miracle on Ice."

Naze Dairy receives Commissioner's Award at North Dakota convention

The Naze Dairy has been honored with the 2024 Commissioner's Award of Dairy Excellence.

NTIA funds broadband services for Standing Rock tribe

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has announced an award of $2,464,533 to Standing Rock Telecommunications, Inc. This funding is part of the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) and aims to pre-pay...

USDA grants $4 million for Turtle Mountain Band's water system expansion

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA) has allocated $4 million to the Turtle Mountain Public Utilities Commission.

North Dakota DOT releases final statewide transportation improvement plan for 2025 to 2028

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has released the 2025-2028 Final Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).

Chris Wright introduced as nominee for Secretary of Energy by Senator Hoeven

Senator John Hoeven introduced Chris Wright, President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Energy, at a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing.

BCBSND Caring Foundation outlines 2024 contributions towards bettering North Dakotan health

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) Caring Foundation has released its 2024 Impact Report, detailing investments and partnerships aimed at enhancing the health of communities across North Dakota.

Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act introduced with broad Republican support

Senator John Hoeven has played a role in introducing the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act.

North Dakota announces dates for Pride of Dakota Showcases in five cities

The North Dakota Department of Agriculture has announced the schedule for the 2025 Pride of Dakota Showcases.

Senator Hoeven criticizes finalized resource management plan for North Dakota

Senator John Hoeven has expressed concerns following the Biden administration's finalization of the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Resource Management Plan (RMP) for North Dakota.

Pete Hegseth testifies before Senate on nomination for Secretary of Defense