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Head of Theodore Roosevelt National Park departs North Dakota job
The top official of Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota has left her position, but details regarding her departure remain uncertain. U.S. Sen. John Hoeven on Wednesday said he understands former Superintendent Angie Richman has a new position in New Mexico.
Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library crosses construction milestone
MEDORA, North Dakota – The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library will produce its own heat and energy using geothermal sources. The facility will emit zero carbon emissions, produce zero waste and serve as a catalyst for continued development in North Dakota’s scenic western border region. And, as of this week, it’s halfway to completion. “The Theodore […]
Tribal food assistance program in shambles after USDA warehouse consolidation
This August a food program for Spirit Lake Nation in northeastern North Dakota had to send people home without block cheese and pork. Soon the center will be without dozens of items, and they don’t know when the shortages will end. Since May, many enrolled in the Food Distribution...
Long time ND Legislator dead at 54
BISMARCK, ND — Long-time North Dakota Legislator Randy Schobinger has died. He was 54. The Minot Republican decided not to run for re-election this fall. He had been battling cancer but it’s unclear whether that contributed to his death or his decision not to run again. Schobinger became...
Commission taps candidate with industry background for North Dakota’s next top oil regulator
The North Dakota Industrial Commission voted unanimously Wednesday to select a candidate who made his career in the oil and gas industry to be the state’s top oil regulator. Nathan Anderson is slated to take over as Department of Mineral Resources director on Sept. 16, an announcement from the Industrial Commission indicated. “We can bring […]
Heavy Rain, Flash Flooding Continuing Into Thursday
Torrential rain and flash flooding is affecting most of North Dakota on Wednesday. The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Advisory in the afternoon, with up to 2 inches of rain per hour coming down in the East-Central part of the state. The streets of downtown Jamestown turned into makeshift rivers, carrying over a foot of water in some spots down the normally dry roads. The Carrington area and northwestern Stutsman county area were the most affected locally. Heavy rain and storms will continue all of Thursday, with winds picking up to sustained speeds of 20 miles per hour. The opening day of school may be affected in some areas Thursday. Check with your local district for the latest delay or closure information. You are advised to stay indoors and off the roads if at all possible during this time.
Pot legalization will be on North Dakota ballot again this November
A ballot initiative to legalize recreational marijuana in North Dakota has qualified for the November election, the state's top election official said Monday. That sets up another vote on the issue in the conservative state after voters and lawmakers rejected previous efforts in recent years.North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe said nearly 19,000 signatures were accepted after his office's review, several thousand more than was needed to earn placement on the ballot. The group that sponsored the measure, New Economic Frontier, had submitted more than 22,000 signatures in early July.Measure leader Steve Bakken, a Burleigh County commissioner and former...
60 years into war on poverty: North Dakota agencies prioritize adaptability
(Prairie News Service) For six decades, the U.S. has been carrying out a coordinated effort to keep poverty levels in check. Support offices in North Dakota say while needs may change, their multi-faceted approach to improving outcomes remains intact. Policy analysts say poverty rates in the U.S. are well below...
Blue Hawk football sets coaching staff for 2024 season
Dickinson State head football coach Pete Stanton has announced additions and changes to the Dickinson State football coaching staff for the 2024 season. Derick VandeBossche, who was with program as both a player and a coach, has resigned to take a position in the private sector. VandeBosschee was a player at DSU from 2015 to 2019 where he was named All-American his senior year. He coached both the safeties and special teams from 2020 to 2023.
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