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Bankruptcies for North Dakota and western Minnesota published July 5, 2025
InForum - North Dakota
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July 5, 2025
North Dakota Cheyenne M. Czech, West Fargo, Chapter 7 Shane Ritter, St. Thomas, Chapter 7 Richard Scott Keith, Bismarck, Chapter 7 Matthew David Monson, Williston, Chapter 7 Rachel A. David, Fargo, Chapter 7 Kevin M. Hoffman, Minot, Chapter 13...
As bridge repairs add up, North Dakota might need to rethink approach, Gov. Kelly Armstrong says
The Dickinson Press - North Dakota
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July 5, 2025
GRAND FORKS — North Dakota has 1,325 bridges identified as needing repairs, according to a national report. And of the 4,255 bridges in North Dakota, 11% — or 467 of them — are structurally deficient, according to data compiled and distributed by...
Grants available to help small-town grocers, tourism in North Dakota
North Dakota Monitor
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July 5, 2025
Small communities in North Dakota can soon apply for grant money to support their grocery stores. Lawmakers set aside $1 million for the grant during the 2025 legislative session out of concern for rural North Dakota towns that struggle to attract...
What will happen to the iconic brick schoolhouse along I-94 in central North Dakota?
InForum - North Dakota
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July 5, 2025
CRYSTAL SPRINGS, N.D. — When heading east on Interstate 94, the road winds into a crest near Crystal Springs, one of the few hills between central North Dakota and the flatlands of the Red River Valley. There, the more than century-old brick...
North Dakota steps up clean energy support with 2 new policies or incentives in 2024
Peace Garden News - North Dakota
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July 4, 2025
North Dakota implemented at least two new clean energy policies or incentives supporting renewable energy and energy efficiency in 2024, according to data from the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE). Since 2010, the...
VP JD Vance touts energy, economic boost in North Dakota visit
The Jamestown Sun - North Dakota
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July 4, 2025
DICKINSON — Vice President JD Vance made his first visit to North Dakota on Friday, stepping off Air Force Two during a private Independence Day stop to speak with media about the impacts of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” for North Dakotans. “One of...
Downtown Arts Market opens July 10
The Jamestown Sun - North Dakota
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July 5, 2025
JAMESTOWN — This season of the Downtown Arts Market focuses on local talent, says Mindi Schmitz, executive director of The Arts Center. “In the past, we've brought in some more regional artists like namely Jessie Veeder and Chuck Suchy,” she said,...
Lakewood’s Walker earns two distinctions from University of North Dakota
The Suburban Times - Washington State
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July 4, 2025
Submitted by David L. Dobbs, University of North Dakota. Lakewood’s Emersyn Walker was named to UND’s President’s Roll of Honor for the 2025 spring semester. Honorees must have earned a 3.8 or higher grade point average. Walker was also named to...
Hoeven discusses OBBB impact on North Dakota families & businesses
Central ND News - North Dakota
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July 2, 2025
Senator John Hoeven, U.S. Senator of North Dakota | Senator John Hoeven Official websiteSenator John Hoeven, U.S. Senator of North Dakota | Senator John Hoeven Official website Senator John Hoeven hosted a press conference in Bismarck, North...
Historical Society preserves flags telling North Dakota, US history
North Dakota Monitor
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July 4, 2025
Every item held by the Historical Society of North Dakota for display at the state Heritage Center has a story, including hundreds of flags that historians and conservators go to great lengths to protect. “You can get a huge sense of pride from...
North Dakota poised for first integrated US jet fuel plant from bioethanol
The Jamestown Sun - North Dakota
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July 3, 2025
RICHARDTON, N.D. — North Dakota Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak visited the Red Trail Energy bioethanol production plant and carbon sequestration facility in Richardton on Monday, June 30. Fedorchak’s visit came several months after Gevo Inc., a...
North Dakota man accused of defrauding pandemic relief programs of $1.6M
Watertown Public Opinion - South Dakota
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A Bismarck man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he fraudulently obtained more than $1.6 million from pandemic relief programs. Isaac Osei Afoakwa, 55, is also accused of submitting $100,000 worth of "false and fraudulent" claims to...
North Dakota merges insurance and securities departments for improved consumer protection
Central ND News - North Dakota
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July 3, 2025
Commissioner Jon Godfread | North Dakota State Executive - Commissioner of InsuranCommissioner Jon Godfread | North Dakota State Executive - Commissioner of Insuran North Dakota has unified its Insurance and Securities departments to enhance...
North Dakota unifies insurance and securities departments under one regulator
Peace Garden News - North Dakota
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July 3, 2025
Commissioner Jon Godfread | North Dakota State Executive - Commissioner of InsuranceCommissioner Jon Godfread | North Dakota State Executive - Commissioner of Insurance North Dakota has unified its Insurance and Securities departments, a move...
North Dakota Outdoors: Grasslands benefit birds, other wildlife
The Minot Daily News - North Dakota
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Submitted Photo A chestnut colored Longspur sits on a barbed wire. Restored grasslands mean a lot to birds and other wildlife, especially with habitat conditions the way they are right now in our state. Photo from NDGF. You don’t have to be a...
Building North Dakota’s presidential library
North Dakota Living
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“I’m a big believer that we need more talk about history, not less. This is how we do it,” says Robbie Lauf, executive director of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. For the last 10 years, Lauf has thought about Theodore Roosevelt, his...
A Patriotic Day Trip: Fort Union’s Old-Time 4th of July Fun Near Williston, North Dakota
Hot 97.5 - North Dakota
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July 3, 2025
If you’re looking to shake things up this Independence Day and create some memories that go beyond the backyard barbecue, why not head west of Williston and celebrate at Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site? This hidden gem is pulling...
North Dakota pastor faces $1.6 million fraud charges in sweeping federal crackdown
The Herald Ghana
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July 2, 2025
A Bismarck pastor who once aspired to lead his city as mayor is now at the centre of a major federal fraud case involving millions of dollars in pandemic relief and Medicaid funds. Isaac Osei Afoakwa, 55, leader of Grace Action Chapel...
North Dakota poised for first integrated U.S. jet fuel plant from bioethanol
Agweek - North Dakota
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July 2, 2025
RICHARDTON, N.D. — North Dakota Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak visited the Red Trail Energy bioethanol production plant and carbon sequestration facility in Richardton on Monday, June 30. Fedorchak’s visit came several months after Gevo Inc., a...
Letter: Have some trust in North Dakotans, Rep. Fedorchak
InForum - North Dakota
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July 3, 2025
I hear that Julie Fedorchak said on a local radio program that she will not do in person town halls because they are “unsafe.” Presumably those who support the administration’s actions pose no threat to her and she is referring to those who do...