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Letter Inquires How the DOD Evaluates U.S. Activities Relating to Defense Expenditures of NATO Members

By Central ND News | Apr 4, 2024

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) have joined forces with several colleagues to inquire about the evaluation of U.S. activities in relation to defense expenditures of NATO members. The Senators sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, seeking clarification on how the Department of Defense plans to implement Section 1250 of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act.In the letter, the Senators highlighted the importance of NATO members meeting the commitment to allocate two percent of their GDP to defense...

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Roundtable Discussion Highlights Future Expansion Plans for the Fargo National Cemetery

By Central ND News | Apr 4, 2024

During a roundtable discussion hosted by U.S. Senator John Hoeven (R-ND) on Thursday, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs Matthew Quinn discussed future development plans for a visitor’s center at the Fargo National Cemetery.“I’m reminded how blessed we are to live where we live. Thank you to everyone who has given up hours, days, weeks, as well as valuable resources, for the purpose of honoring our veterans in such a way. We may disagree on some details as we move along, but there's no...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Eddy County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Central ND News | Apr 4, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Eddy County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Dickey County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 30

By Central ND News | Apr 3, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Dickey County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Central ND News | Apr 3, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cankdeska Cikana Community College Receives More Than $1.5 Million for Head Start

By Central ND News | Apr 3, 2024

BISMARCK – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recently announced a significant financial boost for Cankdeska Cikana Community College. The institution has been granted a substantial sum of $1,541,799 as part of the Head Start Indian Grants program.According to the official statement from HHS, the awarded funds are intended to support various initiatives aimed at enhancing early childhood learning, health, and development programs. Additionally, the grant will facilitate the provision of essential family and community support services within the...

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Hoeven Wraps Up Statewide Military Tour in Fargo, Outlining ND’s Military Leadership

By Central ND News | Apr 3, 2024

Senator John Hoeven concluded his statewide military tour in Fargo, North Dakota, where he met with the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo (FMWF) Chamber Military Affairs Committee and community business leaders. During his visit, Hoeven emphasized North Dakota's crucial role in national defense and the priorities he secured in the defense appropriations legislation, which includes a 3 percent increase in defense spending and a 5.2 percent raise for military members."North Dakota has always played a vital role in our national defense," stated Senator Hoeven. "Our Air Guard based...

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Letter Calls on FEMA to Revise Methodology Used to Offer Assistance Following Snowstorms

By Central ND News | Apr 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), along with Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and a bipartisan group of senators, have penned a letter to FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, urging the agency to reconsider its current methodology for providing federal assistance in the aftermath of severe snowstorms.In the letter, the senators emphasized the need for FEMA to update its criteria for offering reimbursement for snow-related activities following snowstorms that do not meet the current NWS records. They proposed a collaborative effort between FEMA and the NWS to develop a...

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Hoeven: Grand Forks an Innovation Hub For Unmanned and Space Military Missions

By Central ND News | Apr 3, 2024

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – U.S. Senator John Hoeven emphasized the significance of Grand Forks as an innovation hub for U.S. national defense during his military tour of North Dakota. Hoeven highlighted the funding he secured for fiscal year (FY) 2024 to enhance space and unmanned missions in Grand Forks, ensuring the region remains at the forefront of space and hypersonic missions.The funding secured by Hoeven supports various initiatives in Grand Forks, including the Space Development Agency (SDA) and Test Resource Management Center (TRMC) activities, which play crucial roles...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Mar. 30

By Central ND News | Apr 2, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Stutsman County in week ending Mar. 30

By Central ND News | Apr 2, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Stutsman County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 30

By Central ND News | Apr 2, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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HHS Awards More Than $400,000 to North Dakota State University

By Central ND News | Apr 2, 2024

BISMARCK – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has allocated a substantial academic research enhancement award of $434,929 to North Dakota State University, as reported on April 2, 2024. The grant, which was announced by the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, is designated to bolster early childhood homophone learning."This grant, distributed through the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, will support early childhood homophone learning," stated the announcement....

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Senator Cramer Discusses Federal Reserve’s Policies, EPA’s EV Mandate on Fox Business

By Central ND News | Apr 2, 2024

BISMARCK – On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) engaged in a discussion on Fox Business with Larry Kudlow, Steve Moore, and Taylor Riggs, addressing various significant topics including potential Federal Reserve interest rate actions and the Environmental Protection Agency’s push towards transitioning to battery-powered electric vehicles (EVs).Senator Cramer expressed his concerns about the impact of bad public policy on inflation and supply chain demand, stating, “It really gets to the point of what’s making this inflation so sticky. Energy prices, high energy...

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Two Federal Courts Agree FHWA’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Rule is Illegal

By Central ND News | Apr 2, 2024

Two federal courts have recently issued decisions against the Federal Highway Administration’s rule requiring states to measure tailpipe emissions on the National Highway System, sparking a wave of criticism and legal action. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer of North Dakota expressed his strong opposition to the rule, emphasizing that Congress never granted the Executive Branch the authority to implement such regulations.Cramer stated, “The absence of a prohibition is not a license for the bureaucracy to do whatever it pleases. Congress debated and declined to give FHWA the...

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Hoeven: North Dakota Leading in Both Ag Research & Shaping Policy to Benefit Midwest Producer

By Central ND News | Apr 2, 2024

FARGO, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven highlighted North Dakota's leading role in agriculture research and policy shaping during a roundtable discussion with leaders from North Dakota State University (NDSU), Grand Farm, and the Agricultural Research Service (ARS)."Exciting developments are happening across North Dakota to the benefit of producers in not only in our state, but across the U.S.," said Senator Hoeven.During the discussion, Senator Hoeven emphasized the importance of the $2 million secured for a new agricultural research policy center at NDSU. He stated, "The $2...

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Teen HQ offers study space and events for grades 6-12

By Central ND News | Apr 2, 2024

Teen HQ is a designated space for teenagers to engage in various activities such as reading, studying, and attending events.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Burleigh County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Central ND News | Apr 1, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Burleigh County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Hoeven: Air Force To Provide Cold Weather Pay for Servicemembers at Minot AFB, Grand Forks AFB And Cavalier Space Station

By Central ND News | Apr 1, 2024

WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven announced today that the U.S. Air Force is introducing cold weather special duty pay for eligible Airmen and Guardians assigned to bases where the temperature is expected to drop below minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit, including Minot Air Force Base, Grand Forks Air Force Base, and Cavalier Space Station in North Dakota. The Air Force is scheduled to implement the pay beginning July 1, 2024, and will announce specifics regarding the incentive pay amount, as well as other details closer to that date."Congress authorized this special pay to help...

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Senator Cramer Announces Plan for Cold Weather Pay at North Dakota Bases

By Central ND News | Apr 1, 2024

U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer of North Dakota has revealed a plan for cold weather pay at military bases in the state. The initiative, directed by the Senator's authorization committee, will introduce Assignment Incentive Pay for eligible Airmen and Guardians stationed at locations where temperatures drop to -20 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Bases in North Dakota such as Minot Air Force Base, Cavalier Space Force Station, and Grand Forks Air Force Base are included in this plan.Senator Cramer, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, expressed his support for the Air...