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Morton County: Residents received $65.64 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.2% of income in Morton County, providing an average of $1,947 per capita to residents.

By Central ND News | Mar 24, 2025

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Burleigh County: Medicaid dependency reached 2.4% in 2022

By Central ND News | Mar 23, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.4% of income in Burleigh County, providing an average of $1,694 per capita to residents.

Bismarck prepares for annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast on May 20

Tickets for the 2025 Bismarck Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast are now available.

Grand Forks County leaders approve housing plan for corrections department

Gov. Kelly Armstrong has issued a statement following the Grand Forks County Commission's decision to approve a letter of intent for an agreement with the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCR).

Mandan photo contest finalists selected; public voting open until March 28

A selection committee has chosen finalists for Mandan's fourth annual photo contest.

Williams County announces burn restrictions amid fire emergency declaration

Williams County Commissioners have declared a fire emergency and announced burn restrictions for 2025.

Armstrong inspects data center expansion; signs bill easing backup power regulations

Gov. Kelly Armstrong visited Ellendale, North Dakota, to inspect the ongoing construction of an Applied Digital data center expansion and a related housing project.

Williams County launches tourism grant program with $80k funding

Williams County has announced the launch of its 2025 Tourism Grant Program, approved by the Board of County Commissioners.

North Dakota sets new February air travel record despite harsh winter

North Dakota's commercial service airports have set a new record for passenger boardings in February 2025, according to the latest report from the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC).

East Boulevard Ave closure scheduled for tree removal

East Boulevard Avenue will be closed from North 14th Street to North 15th Street starting at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Bismarck's 4th of July celebration faces uncertainty due to Capitol grounds construction

The future of Bismarck's annual 4th of July Celebration is uncertain due to construction on the Capitol grounds.

Bismarck announces second call for public project proposals

The City of Bismarck, in partnership with the Downtown Bismarck Community Foundation and the Gary Tharaldson School of Business at the University of Mary, has announced a second public "Call for Projects."

Foster County: Residents received $2.34 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 0.8% of income in Foster County, providing an average of $692 per capita to residents.

Commentator Steve Cortes on pipeline protests: Greenpeace 'brought violence to North Dakota'

Steve Cortes, a political commentator, said that Greenpeace is facing consequences for its actions following a legal ruling that holds the organization accountable for its involvement in protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline.

North Dakota State University Bison invited to White House after championship win

Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer, along with Representative Julie Fedorchak, have announced that the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Bison football team will visit the White House and U.S. Capitol on April 9.

Senator Hoeven promotes STEM education amid tech growth in North Dakota

Senator John Hoeven recently met with the North Dakota Space Grant Consortium to discuss expanding STEM education opportunities for students.

Senator Hoeven outlines support plans for North Dakota National Guard

Senator John Hoeven, during the North Dakota National Guard's Roughrider Conference in Bismarck, outlined his initiatives aimed at advancing military construction and enhancing benefits for Guard members.

North Dakota delegation reintroduces bill for better management of state-owned energy resources

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak and Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer have reintroduced the North Dakota Trust Lands Completion Act.

Bismarck continues city-wide street sweeping program with safety guidelines