Morton County
Recent News About Morton County
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Greenpeace plans appeal after $660M verdict in pipeline case
A North Dakota jury has ordered Greenpeace to pay $667 million to Energy Transfer, the Texas company that partially owns the Dakota Access Pipeline.
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March highlights importance of ladder safety
Ladders are widely used tools, yet improper use can result in significant injuries.
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Morton County announces highway load restrictions
Morton County has implemented load restrictions on all county paved roadways, effective March 3, 2025.
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New law expands primary residence tax credit eligibility to all trusts
Homeowners with properties held in a trust can now benefit from the Primary Residence Credit, following the introduction of SB 2201.
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Morton County seeks chemical supply bids with March deadline
The Morton County Weed Board has announced it will accept bids for the supply of specific chemicals until 1:00 PM CST on March 10, 2025.
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Burleigh, Morton Counties have received over $160 million in property tax relief from ND oil and gas tax revenue, report shows
Burleigh and Morton Counties received a combined $163,242,650 in property tax relief from North Dakota’s oil extraction and production tax revenue between 2008 and 2022.
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Mandan hockey boosters donate $1,420 to aid local veterans
On January 31, 2025, the Mandan Boys Hockey Boosters donated $1,420 to Morton County Veterans Services at Starion Arena in Mandan.
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Morton County merges director roles for parks and weed control
On January 28, 2025, the Morton County Commission decided to merge the Parks and Weed Control Director roles into a single position.
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Morton County imposes burn restriction amid high fire danger
The Morton County Commission has implemented a Fire Emergency and Burn Restriction effective from January 28, 2025, through December 2025.
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Trump energy orders could have measurable impact on North Dakota economy
President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders during his first week in office aimed at removing barriers to energy development, which could potentially have significant effects on North Dakota’s economy.
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Morton County War Dead Monument Committee to meet on February 3
The Morton County War Dead Monument Committee is scheduled to hold its next meeting on February 3, 2025, at 6:00 PM Central Time.
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Extreme cold weather alert issued for Morton County this weekend
Severe cold weather is expected to hit Morton County this weekend, with forecasts predicting dangerously low temperatures.
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Morton County raises $1,366 for Heaven's Helpers through collaborative effort
In Mandan, North Dakota, Morton County's Security and Transport Division successfully raised $1,366 for Heaven’s Helpers in a single day.
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Morton County seeks proposals for aerial imagery services
Morton County is seeking proposals from qualified vendors for aerial imagery services, excluding the City of Mandan.
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On this Day in 2016: North Dakota law enforcement sends letter to Obama Administration over Dakota Access Pipeline protests
On this day in 2016, law enforcement officials in North Dakota sent a strongly worded letter to President Barack Obama, expressing frustration over the federal government's failure to intervene in the escalating Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) protests.
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How did Burleigh, Morton Counties vote in the North Dakota Governor’s race?
U.S. Rep. Kelly Armstrong (R-ND) won election to the North Dakota governorship over Merrill Piepkorn (D) and Michael Coachman (I). As of publication time, Armstrong won statewide with 68.24%, compared to Piepkorn’s 25.97%, and Coachman’s 5.62%, according to unofficial results reported by the N.D. Secretary of State.
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How did Burleigh, Morton Counties vote in the North Dakota U.S. Senate race?
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) won re-election over Katrina Christiansen (D), an assistant professor at the University of Jamestown. As of publication time, Cramer won statewide with 66.3%, compared to Christiansen’s 33.36%, according to unofficial results reported by the N.D. Secretary of State.
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How did Burleigh, Morton Counties vote in the ‘24 presidential race?
U.S. President-Elect Donald Trump (R) won re-election to the White House over Vice President Kamala Harris. As of publication time, Trump won nationally with 59.9% to Harris’ 47.6%, according to unofficial AP results.
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On this day in October 2016: Area schools locked down as authorities respond to pipeline protests
On October 5, 2016, Morton County officials blocked off roads going through St. Anthony area to prevent Dakota Access Pipeline protestors from disturbing active work sites and blocking access to the community.
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On this day in October 2016: Morton County issues felony arrest warrant for pipeline protestor who charged police officer on horseback
On October 3, 2016, Morton County officials filed felony charges of terrorizing and reckless endangerment against Mason Redwing for charging at police officers while on horseback.