Watch Out: Cryptocurrency scams involving so-called “Investment Education Foundations”

The North Dakota Securities Department is warning the public about a new investment scam involving fake “investment education foundations” that lure investors with promises of education on stocks and cryptocurrency, “risk-free” trials, and loans. The main goal of the scammers is to persuade investors to invest their own money into the platform as well as

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Hoeven: Trump Administration to Reverse Biden WOTUS Overreach, Provide Regulatory Relief & Certainty

Senator John Hoeven is welcoming a move to rein in federal water regulations, calling it a win for farmers, energy producers, and landowners. The EPA’s decision to roll back the expanded WOTUS rule aligns with a 2023 Supreme Court ruling and aims to reduce regulatory burdens. Hoeven, a longtime critic of the broader definition, says

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Trinity Health Expands Cardiology Team with Addition of Four Distinguished Heart Surgeons

Trinity Health is strengthening its commitment to heart care with the addition of four highly skilled cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons. This expansion not only enhances the hospital’s expertise but also ensures that more advanced heart procedures can be performed locally. The full news release follows below. — Official News Release, Trinity Health — Trinity Health

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North Dakota’s Oil and Gas Industry Drives Record $48.8 Billion Economic Impact

   NDSU researcher Dean Bangsund joined Gov. Kelly Armstrong and North Dakota Petroleum Council President Ron Ness on Tuesday, March 11, to discuss the $48.8 billion economic impact of the oil and gas industry in the state.    The press conference at the State Capitol in Bismarck highlighted findings from an NDSU study examining the

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Judge blocks illegal long-term care insurance rate increases imposed on North Dakota consumers

BISMARCK, N.D. – A North Dakota district court judge has approved a motion for summary judgment by Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread to block an illegal rate increase on consumers of a financially troubled long-term care insurance company operated by the state of Pennsylvania. In 2021, the Senior Health Insurance Company of Pennsylvania, a long-term care

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Gov. Armstrong declares statewide fire emergency as drought conditions persist; fire risk high

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today signed an executive order declaring a statewide fire emergency and activating the State Emergency Operations Plan as above average temperatures and below average precipitation continue to worsen drought conditions and increase the risk of wildfires. “North Dakotans endured some of the largest, deadliest and most destructive wildfires in recent

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North Dakota Tourism Celebrates Record Growth in 2024

The North Dakota Department of Commerce Tourism and Marketing Division reports a strong year for tourism in North Dakota, despite a slowing economy and waning consumer spending. “Through strategic marketing, industry partnerships and the momentum of our ‘HELLO’ campaign we continue to see growth, despite being outspent by our competitors,” said Tourism and Marketing Director Sara Otte Coleman.” North Dakota saw

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Armstrong announces opening of application period for Governor’s Band/Orchestra and Choral programs

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today announced the application period is now open for school, community and church bands, orchestras and choirs across North Dakota to apply to serve as the Governor’s Official State Band/Orchestra Program and Choral Program for the 2025-2026 school year. From the applications received, the Governor and First Lady will select

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State will provide $20M to expedite railroad underpass project at UND in Grand Forks

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will provide $20 million in state funding to expedite the completion of a long-planned railroad underpass project near the University of North Dakota campus, Gov. Kelly Armstrong announced today in a meeting with Grand Forks officials in Bismarck. The project will enhance traffic flow and

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North Dakota Prepares for Earlier, and Longer Spring Fire Season

“We’ve seen severe to extreme drought through the winter across western North Dakota, and moderate drought along the southern and southeastern portions of the state,” says Meteorologist Megan Jones with the National Weather Service in Bismarck. “The lack of significant snowpack during the winter allowed vegetation like grasses to remain standing, allowing them to burn

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Game and Fish Offers Wildlife Food Plot Seed

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is once again offering free seed for the 2025 growing season to landowners interested in planting wildlife food plots for pheasants. Rather than a traditional corn or sunflower food plot, Game and Fish is offering a seed mix that provides increased plant diversity, including flowering plants from spring

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North Dakota Launches ROOT Grant Program to Tackle Workforce Shortages

 Today, the North Dakota Department of Commerce is launching the Relocation Opportunity for Outstanding Talent Grant Program (ROOT) to help businesses attract and retain skilled workers by offering relocation incentives. “North Dakota employers are facing critical workforce shortages, and the ROOT program is designed to bridge that gap,” Commerce Workforce Director Katie Ralston Howe said. “By supporting relocation

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North Dakota Selects Three Aquifers for Recharge Study

North Dakota’s water future depends on smart planning, and state officials are taking a proactive approach. After a comprehensive study on Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR), the Department of Water Resources has identified three key aquifers for further analysis. These underground reserves—vital for agriculture, industry, and communities—are under increasing pressure. With the help of advanced modeling,

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Four Minot Attractions Featured as Part of North Dakota’s New Tourist Experiences

North Dakota is rolling out the welcome mat in 2025 with new attractions, expanded experiences, and milestone celebrations across the state. From the rolling Badlands to vibrant city centers, visitors can explore rich cultural heritage, thrilling entertainment, and immersive outdoor adventures—all without breaking the bank. And right here in Minot, excitement is brewing with the

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New Data Collection Shines Light on Broader School Staff Shortages

When schools struggle to find teachers, the problem is visible. But another staffing crisis is unfolding quietly—one that affects nearly every aspect of school life. North Dakota’s schools are facing a growing shortage of paraprofessionals, bus drivers, and other non-licensed staff, essential workers who support classrooms, supervise students, and keep schools running. New data reveals

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Produced water spill reported in Williams County

BISMARCK, N.D. – Enable Bakken Crude Services notified the North Dakota Department of Env ironmental Quality (NDDEQ) on Monday, Feb. 24, of a produced water spill approximately 7 miles southeast of Ray. Initial estimates from Enable indicate 670 barrels (28,140 gallons ) of produced water were released, some of which impacted agricultural land. Produced water,

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