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New Mailing Rates Begin July 13: What North Dakota Residents Face
If you feel like you’re paying more for just about everything these days, you’re not alone! Now, even mailing a letter is about to cost you more. Starting July 13, North Dakota residents (and folks all across the country) will see higher prices at...

North Dakota Ethics Commission seeks applicants for 2 vacancies
The North Dakota state government is now accepting applications for two vacancies for the North Dakota Ethics Commission. One of the vacancies was left by former Ethics Commission Chair Dave Anderson, who died in May. Whoever fills his seat would...

North Dakota congressional delegation touts GOP megabill as win for oil, coal
North Dakota’s congressional delegation emphasized the elimination of tax credits for solar and wind projects as part of the federal reconciliation package will be a huge win for coal, gas and oil producers. The bill was signed into law by...

North Dakota federal delegation returns to laud 'big beautiful bill'
BISMARCK — For the first time since the U.S. Congress began working on “the big beautiful bill,” legislation recently signed into law by President Donald Trump that outlines massive federal spending and tax cuts, North Dakota’s delegation appeared...

North Dakota Ethics Commission seeks applicants
BISMARCK — The North Dakota Ethics Commission is looking for a new member to serve a four-year term beginning September 2025. Formed in 2018 through a voter-approved amendment to the state constitution, the group ensures state leaders follow rules...

North Dakota Unifies Insurance and Securities Departments Under New Law
North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread announced last week that the state’s Insurance and Securities are unifying into following the passage of Senate Bill 2214 during the 2025 legislative session. The new law allows the insurance...

North Dakota to investigate home protection plans offered through utilities
Public Service Commissioner Jill Kringstad BISMARCK, N.D. (KFGO PRAIRIE PUBLIC BROADCASTING) – The Public Service Commission has opened an investigation into “home protection plans.” That after the PSC received an informal complaint pertaining to...

These Baby Names Are Taking Over North Dakota in 2025
North Dakotans are huge on family. We believe it's one of the things that matters most in life. Many of us started families this year, or are planning to in the future. If that's the case, you might find this interesting. It's crazy to think that...

USGS Report Highlights North Dakota’s Undiscovered Oil and Gas Potential on Public Lands
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has released its latest report on the nation’s undiscovered oil and gas resources, shedding light on the significant energy potential hidden beneath federally managed public lands across the country. For North...

Federal Government Seeks $28M Award to North Dakota for Pipeline Protest Costs
Opponents of the Dakota Access Pipeline. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images via the North Dakota Monitor) (North Dakota Monitor) -The U.S. Department of Justice is appealing a federal judge’s decision to award North Dakota $28 million in damages...

Does North Dakota Have Some Of The Worst Food In America?
Is the state of North Dakota culinary challenged? That is definitely the outside perception. A recent online article on MSN caught my eye, "The Absolute 10 Worst States for Food in America." I don't entirely agree with the comments and data...

Governor Continues State Response, Recovery Efforts for Texans Impacted by Flooding
Governor Greg Abbott has provided an update on Texas’ continued efforts to assist and support Texans and communities impacted by recent severe flooding across the state. Image: @valerie.peters.142 via FacebookTexas Border Business AUSTIN –...

Health care officials say 'big, beautiful bill' threatens rural hospitals in Minnesota, North Dakota
FARGO — Warnings from national health organizations are now becoming a reality. With the passing of the Trump administration's "big, beautiful bill," rural hospitals could stand to lose 20% of their Medicaid funding. The latest report from the...
Where CEOs live becomes source of debate as companies tighten in-office policies
These executives are often on the road, visiting offices and plants around the world, investor and industry conferences and large customers.“In that case, it doesn’t really matter where the CEO lives,” Shaver said.A new study out this year,...

Governor Kevin Stitt, over 50 elected officials, scholars, 'think tanks' and others file briefs in Support of St. Isidore
CityNewsOKC Staff report, adapted from a press release Oklahoma City -- On Tuesday, March 18, Governor Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma announced, in a press release sent to news organizations world-wide, that he "proudly stood with over fifty elected...

Federal government appealing $28M award to North Dakota for pipeline protest costs
The U.S. Department of Justice is appealing a federal judge’s decision to award North Dakota $28 million in damages for the executive branch’s response to the Dakota Access Pipeline protests. The case now heads to the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals...

Oliver County ranks 46th in North Dakota for per capita government transfer income in 2022
In 2022, Oliver County ranked eighth lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in North Dakota, with residents receiving $9,563 per capita from programs such as Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and income maintenance, according to...

HB1127 Explained: North Dakota’s New InfoSec Requirements for Financial Corporations
Earlier this year, North Dakota’s Governor signed HB 1127, which introduces new compliance obligations for financial corporations operating in North Dakota. This new law will take effect on August 1, 2025. The law applies to certain “financial...

Peterson Appointed Administrator of North Dakota Wheat Commission
The North Dakota Wheat Commission appointed Jim Peterson as Administrator of the Commission at its July 1, 2025 Board meeting. Peterson has been with the North Dakota Wheat Commission since 1991, and was serving as Policy and Marketing Director....

Youth explore conservation through culture at day camp
Submitted Photo Beth Miller, North Dakota Forest Service, introduces students to native tree species during the Rolette County Day Camp June 25. BELCOURT – Students from across the region came together June 25 at the Anishinabe Learning, Cultural...