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Bismarck Library hosts book chats with North Dakota Asian-American Arts and Cultural Initiative

The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library, in collaboration with the North Dakota Asian-American Arts and Cultural Initiative (NDAAACI), is co-hosting a series of Spring Book Chats aimed at adult literary enthusiasts.

By Central ND News | Apr 14, 2025

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Burleigh County: Medicare transfers accounted for 3.3% of income in 2022

By Central ND News | Apr 14, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 3.3% of income in Burleigh County, providing an average of $2,348 per capita to residents.

Oliver County: Residents received $1.27 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Central ND News | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.1% of income in Oliver County, providing an average of $686 per capita to residents.

Tax commissioner urges filing or extension by April 15 deadline

With the tax filing deadline on April 15 approaching, North Dakota Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus urges taxpayers to file their income tax returns or request an extension from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). “Our goal is to be readily...

Matt Fraser to hold live event in Bismarck this July

America's top psychic medium, Matt Fraser, will appear at the Belle Mehus Auditorium in Bismarck, North Dakota, on July 22, 2025.

Governors meet with Standing Rock Sioux Tribe for the first time

Gov. Kelly Armstrong of North Dakota and South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden recently met with Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Chairwoman Janet Alkire and members of the Tribal Council at the tribal headquarters in Fort Yates.

HHS Deputy Commissioner Stolt resigns to join Noridian Healthcare Solutions

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the resignation of Deputy Commissioner Sara Stolt, effective April 30, 2025.

Sheridan County: Medicaid dependency reached 2.9% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.9% of income in Sheridan County, providing an average of $2,834 per capita to residents.

Major General J. Daniel Caine confirmed as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Senator John Hoeven cast his vote today in support of confirming Major General J. Daniel Caine as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Public safety week to recognize unsung emergency telecommunicators

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) is set to observe National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, marking the week of April 13-19.

Temporary shoulder closures on I-94 and I-29 in Fargo set for fiber optic upgrade

Temporary shoulder closures on I-94 and I-29 in Fargo will commence on Monday, April 14, as crews undertake an upgrade of the fiber optic infrastructure along these highways.

Lane closures scheduled for I-29 and I-94 in Fargo next week

The North Dakota Department of Transportation has announced scheduled maintenance work on Interstate 29 and Interstate 94 in Fargo, beginning Monday, April 14.

Katie Johnke named Hunger Relief Champion for 2024 by Great Plains Food Bank

Katie Johnke, a nutrition and health promotion coordinator with Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health, has been acclaimed for her contributions to hunger relief.

Fire department enforces burn restrictions amid elevated fire danger in Bismarck

The Bismarck Fire Department has issued a reminder to residents regarding additional burn restrictions in the city due to elevated fire danger conditions.

Cooking event highlights soy foods at United Tribes Technical College

The North Dakota Department of Agriculture will host a cooking demonstration in recognition of National Soy Foods Month.

Cramer and Scott propose new bill to enhance credit access through expanded data

Credit scores, derived from various loan and payment data, are key to assessing consumer financial health.

Logan County: Medicaid made up 5.5% of total income in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.5% of income in Logan County, providing an average of $4,695 per capita to residents.

Bipartisan bill introduced to restore refundability of adoption tax credit

By Central ND News | Apr 10, 2025

U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer and Amy Klobuchar, taking a bipartisan approach, have introduced the Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act in Washington, D.C. The move aims to reinstate the refundable status of the Adoption Tax Credit, enabling...