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America’s Field Trip contest expands for nation’s 250th anniversary
America’s Field Trip, a national contest for students in grades 3-12, will return for the 2025–2026 school year.
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North Dakota awards $15 million to 23 projects for tourism development
The North Dakota Department of Commerce has allocated $15 million in Destination Development Grants to 23 projects across the state.
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North Dakota awards over $3 million to five communities for infrastructure and safety projects
The North Dakota Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program has allocated more than $3 million to five communities for infrastructure, public safety, and accessibility projects.
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North Dakota plans kickoff event for America’s 250th anniversary at Heritage Center
North Dakota will begin its commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a free, public event on Sunday, Nov. 2.
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North Dakota hosts first Governor's Workforce Summit to strengthen statewide collaboration
More than 100 workforce leaders from across North Dakota gathered at the Bismarck State College Advanced Technology Center for the state’s first Governor’s Workforce Summit.
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Governor Armstrong honors public service teams at annual excellence awards
Gov. Kelly Armstrong and Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden presented the 2025 Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Public Service at a ceremony held in the Capitol’s Memorial Hall.
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North Dakota opens applications for $100K in tribal tourism grants
The North Dakota Department of Commerce has opened applications for the 2025 Tribal Tourism Grants, making $100,000 available to support tourism projects led by tribal nations in the state.
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ND250 Commission urges public to join national volunteer initiative for America's 250th anniversary
The ND250 Commission is encouraging North Dakotans to volunteer as part of the America Gives initiative, which aims to make 2026—the 250th anniversary of American independence—the largest year of service in U.S. history.
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North Dakota Department of Commerce relaunches Innovate ND reimbursement program for entrepreneurs
The North Dakota Department of Commerce has announced the relaunch of Innovate ND, a program designed to assist entrepreneurs in validating business ideas and promoting growth.
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North Dakota opens applications for Regional Workforce Impact Program grant
Applications for the Regional Workforce Impact Program (RWIP) grant will open at 9 a.m. CDT on Tuesday, Sept. 16, according to an announcement from the North Dakota Department of Commerce.
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Flags in North Dakota lowered to honor slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk
Gov. Kelly Armstrong has ordered that all U.S. and North Dakota flags be flown at half-staff from today until sunset on Sunday, September 14, to honor the memory of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA.
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Armstrong orders flags lowered statewide on Sept. 11 anniversary
Gov. Kelly Armstrong has ordered all government agencies in North Dakota to lower the United States and state flags to half-staff on Thursday.
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Armstrong appoints Sherry Adams as new State Health Officer for North Dakota
Sherry Adams, who has served as administrator and CEO of the Southwestern District Health Unit since 2009, has been appointed by Governor Kelly Armstrong to be North Dakota’s next State Health Officer.
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North Dakota launches ND250 logo ahead of nation’s 250th anniversary
With less than a year remaining before the United States marks its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, the ND250 Commission has introduced a new logo to represent North Dakota’s participation in the national celebration.
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North Dakota Retirement and Investment Office announces details for 2025 investment seminar
The North Dakota Retirement and Investment Office (NDRIO) has scheduled its 2025 Investment Seminar for October 23 in Bismarck.
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Armstrong issues statewide disaster order after August storms damage utilities
Gov. Kelly Armstrong has declared a statewide disaster in North Dakota following severe storms on August 7-8 that caused significant damage to the state's electrical infrastructure, homes, businesses, and agriculture.
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North Dakota launches $7.5 million grant program for autonomous agriculture projects
The North Dakota Department of Commerce has launched the 2025 Autonomous Agriculture Grant Program, making up to $7.5 million available for projects aimed at advancing autonomous agriculture within the state.
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North Dakota launches $7.5M grant program for autonomous agriculture projects
The North Dakota Department of Commerce has launched the 2025 Autonomous Agriculture Grant Program, offering up to $7.5 million in funding for projects that promote autonomous agriculture within the state.
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North Dakota opens grant program for immigrant workforce integration
The North Dakota Department of Commerce has launched the Global Talent Office Grant Program, aiming to help employers and communities in the state recruit, retain, and integrate New Americans and legal immigrants into the workforce.
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North Dakota Department of Commerce urges applications for destination development grants
The North Dakota Department of Commerce is reminding organizations that the deadline to apply for the 2025 Destination Development Grant Program is approaching.