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Gov. Kelly Armstrong welcomed U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to North Dakota, emphasizing the state’s role in national energy production and its alignment with the Trump administration’s focus on energy dominance.

Governor Armstrong meets Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate leaders to strengthen state-tribal partnership

Gov. Kelly Armstrong and members of his Cabinet met with leaders and community members of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate on Tuesday, as part of the governor’s plan to visit all five tribal nations in North Dakota during his first year in office.

Armstrong meets Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate leaders to strengthen state-tribal relations

Gov. Kelly Armstrong and members of his Cabinet met with leaders and members of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate at the Dakota Magic Casino convention center near Hankinson, North Dakota.

North Dakota sees modest rise in taxable sales for second quarter of 2025

North Dakota’s taxable sales and purchases rose by 3.4 percent in the second quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, according to Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus.

Bismarck plans crack sealing on major roads starting August 20

Crack sealing work is scheduled to begin on several arterial streets in Bismarck starting Wednesday, August 20, 2025.

Traffic shifts to new bridge at I-94 Exit 161 starting September 3

By Central ND News | Aug 28, 2025

Traffic on Interstate 94 at Exit 161 in Bismarck will shift to a new bridge beginning the morning of Wednesday, September 3.

Attorney General Wrigley responds to Supreme Court ruling on landowners association case

By Central ND News | Aug 28, 2025

Attorney General Drew H. Wrigley has issued a statement following the Supreme Court’s decision in the case of Northwest Landowners Association v. State of North Dakota.

Bismarck advances flood protection for wastewater treatment plant

A flood mitigation project aimed at protecting Bismarck’s Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is close to completion.

USDA opens public comment on rescinding roadless rule affecting North Dakota grasslands

Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, commented on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to open a public comment period as it moves...

Lynchburg Rest Area on I-94 closing for repairs starting August 28

A rest area on Interstate 94 near Lynchburg, North Dakota, is set to close temporarily for repairs starting Thursday, August 28.

Senator John Hoeven addresses Gaza conflict, defense modernization, and Minneapolis school tragedy

Senator John Hoeven shared statements between August 25-27, addressing topics including the Gaza crisis, U.S. nuclear modernization efforts following meetings with military officials, and expressing sympathy after a tragic event at a Minneapolis...

Armstrong orders flags lowered statewide after Minneapolis school shooting

North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong has ordered that all U.S. and North Dakota flags be flown at half-staff through August 31.

Section of E LaSalle Drive in Bismarck to close for three weeks

E LaSalle Drive will be closed to through traffic from Ottawa Street to Normandy Street starting Thursday, August 28, 2025.

Mandan extends deadline for annual business pitch challenge

The deadline for the 6th Annual Mandan Business Pitch Challenge has been extended to 4 p.m. on Friday, August 29.

Secretary Howe seeks nominations for annual North Dakota Election Hero Award

North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe has opened the nomination process for the 2025 North Dakota Election Hero Award.

Dickinson State announces new programs funded by $1 million innovation grant

As the new academic year begins at Dickinson State University, Dr. Holly Gruhlke, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, addressed students, faculty, staff, and the broader community in a message outlining plans and developments for...

Bismarck offers three unrestricted liquor licenses for sealed bids

The City of Bismarck has announced the availability of three Class D Liquor Licenses, marking the first time since January 2023 that such licenses have been offered by the city.

Greater North Dakota Chamber announces keynote speaker for September Policy Summit

The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) has announced that economist and author Norbert J. Michel will be the keynote speaker at its upcoming Policy Summit in Bismarck on September 23, 2025.

Emily O’Brien named deputy commissioner of North Dakota Health and Human Services

Emily O’Brien has been appointed as the new deputy commissioner of the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), with her term beginning August 20.

Armstrong highlights North Dakota’s role during Energy Secretary Wright’s visit