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Who Is Up For Williston’s Most Anticipated Awards Of The Year?
Williston Economic Development (WED) and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) have announced the nominees for their 2024 awards banquet, which will be held on Friday, September 13th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Grand Williston Hotel and Conference Center. The event promises to be a night of celebration, recognizing the...
Fargo Commissioners amend 2025 budget proposal by increasing airport mills and aiming for spending cuts
FARGO, ND — Several Fargo City Commissioners vowed to keep the cost of the 2025 budget net neutral, with one arguing for more aggressive cuts. After previously voting 3-2 in favor of the City’s 2025 preliminary budget, a special meeting was called by commissioners to reconsider the proposal. Three motions passed at the Monday meeting; first was to split the proposed votes between Hector International Airport’s assigned mills and Fargo’s budget, second the approval of two mills assigned to the airport, and third was voting on locking in the total number of mills the city could place on residents to 55.
North Dakota State No. 2 in AFCA FCS Preseason Coaches Poll
WACO, Texas - North Dakota State was ranked No. 2 in the preseason AFCA FCS Coaches Poll announced Monday, Aug. 12, by the American Football Coaches Association. The Missouri Valley Football Conference took the top two spots in the poll with defending national champion South Dakota State getting 25 of 26 first-place votes for the No. 1 spot.
Messages From Valley City Mayor Dave Carlsrud
VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Hopefully you arranged time to watch some of the Olympic Games from Paris. There were many great performances and heartwarming examples of sportsmanship and people coming together. Last week the Beautification Committee was mentioned as needing help, but there are many organizations needing help....
North Dakota Today –Social Security Thought Forum and Decades Dinner – August 13
Hoeven Helps UND Receive US Department of Energy Grant
Thanks to Senator John Hoeven, the University of North Dakota in part with its Energy and Environmental Research Center will receive a 5 million dollar grant from the Us Department of Energy to assist in funding for carbon dioxide storage facilities located in the Williston Basin which will strengthen North Dakotas current standing as a pioneer in carbon capture utilization and storage technology.
Man arrested after allegedly attempting to escape custody in Grand Forks Hospital
GRAND FORKS, ND — A man who was arrested after a standoff last month is accused of trying to escape from police custody at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks. On July 28th, 32-year-old Collin Posey was taken to the hospital for medical treatment, and police received a tip that he was planning an escape. They say a search of his hospital room turned up a hidden butter knife and other items that could be used in an escape, and the handrail he was cuffed to had been taken apart.
Theodore Roosevelt Airport Considering $46.5M Expansion Project
(Dickinson, ND) — The Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport in Dickinson is considering a 46-point-five-million-dollar expansion project. The project would involve a new terminal, taxiway, road system, and parking areas. Larger 76-passenger jets will begin flying in and out of the airport in the coming years, and the current terminal isn’t big enough. The proposal was discussed at a recent Dickinson City Commission meeting, and airport management says they want to ensure they can accommodate the future needs of the community.
VCPS to host Wellness Fair, August 13th
Josh Johnson, VCPS Superintendent, announces the return of the Wellness Fair (formerly back-to-school bash) on Tuesday, August 13th beginning at 5 p.m. at the Hanna Field Athletic Complex. Join us to celebrate the upcoming school year with a free meal (sponsored by Valley Meats), along with inflatable games and face painting for the kids from 5-7 p.m. An outdoor movie from 7-9 p.m., and bowling for high school students from 9-11 p.m. at Sky Lanes. Essentia Health, Medica, and our health partners in Valley City will be providing health and wellness information for students, parents, and families.
Holmberg case prompts North Dakota lawmakers to review travel policies
Former Sen. Ray Holmberg’s guilty plea on a charge related to child sex tourism may prompt a review of rules governing lawmaker travel, House Majority Leader Rep. Mike Lefor said. Holmberg on Thursday confessed in federal court to taking several trips to Prague with the intent to pay for sexual contact with children. Some of […]
4 Bears Casino is looking to hire 19- and 20-year-olds
NEW TOWN, ND (KXNET) — 4 Bears Casino & Lodge is immediately hiring for Players Club Promotion Reps. The New Town casino is also hiring for several other career opportunities, as well. Many of these positions are great for those ages 19 and 20 and who have an interest and commitment to showing up every […]
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