ND’s longest living World War II veteran dies
North Dakota’s longest living World War II veteran has died. Ray Curtis, Minot, formerly of Columbus, died Sunday, June 21, at a Minot assisted living facili
Jun 23, 2026Open source
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P.E.O. Chapter J hears report from North Dakota State Convention
P.E.O. Chapter J met June 8, 2026, at Evergreen United Methodist Church with Mary Ruth Franzen serving as hostess. Eight members answered roll call by sharin...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
North Dakota Supreme Court rules term limits ballot measure unconstitutional
The North Dakota Supreme Court ruled that a ballot measure to adjust term limits passed by lawmakers in 2025 is unconstitutional, declaring the legislative r...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Video: Paddlefish tagging in North Dakota
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Jun 25, 2026Open source
Area communities receive AARP challenge grants
BISMARCK – AARP has announced 11 organizations throughout North Dakota will receive 2026 Community Challenge grants to support improvements to improve social
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Port: North Dakota Supreme Court declines to protect voters from themselves
The Supreme Court has upheld a provision that locks state lawmakers out of amending the term limit law created by a ballot measure. It's a terrible and stupi...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Rustie Bjorland explains what to expect at James River Rodeo
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Jun 25, 2026Open source
City Council to decide on agreement for developing infrastructure in NE Jamestown
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Jun 25, 2026Open source
Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee to prepare North Dakota legislators for 2027 session
"The purpose of this interim committee is to develop legislative expertise with respect to artificial intelligence and data centers,” state Sen. David Hogu...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
North Dakota reports high absentee ballot return rate in primary election
North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe says about 88% of nearly 40,000 absentee ballots were returned in the June 9 primary.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
North Dakota RIO brings potential changes to controversial bonus program
The North Dakota Retirement and Investment Office brought proposed changes to a controversial bonus structure to the State Investment Board for consideration...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
In an NFL of rotating QBs, Easton Stick is still standing
Former North Dakota State quarterback heading into this eighth season as a career backup.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Cheryl Jean Wiebe
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Jun 25, 2026Open source
North Dakota PSC approves JETx powerline route permit
The $406 million project will move ahead with conditions requiring dust mitigation and road use agreements for affected landowners and farmers.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Finding a hero: Efforts to identify North Dakota soldier Irvin C. Ellingson's remains took years
It began in earnest in 2018, when Lon Enerson received a letter.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
NCAA Set to Change Unpopular Football Rule Just in Time for North Dakota State’s FBS Jump
A provision that has flummoxed teams for years is reportedly on its way out the door.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Public invited to ringing of North Dakota's Liberty Bell replica
Melissa Klocke-Joyce, program coordinator for the ND250 Commission, stands next to a full-size replica of the Liberty Bell at the North Dakota Heritage Cente...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Freedom Truck plans State Fair pit stop
Museums on wheels are hitting the road across the country to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. This summer fairgoers at the North Dakota State Fair can take
Jun 24, 2026Open source
State’s Liberty Bell replica to be rung June 29
BISMARCK — On Monday, June 29, at 11 a.m., the public is invited to watch Gov. Kelly Armstrong and State Historical Society of North Dakota Director Bill Pete
Jun 24, 2026Open source
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Columbus is in Burke County, North Dakota.
Region: Western North Dakota
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P.E.O. Chapter J hears report from North Dakota State Convention
P.E.O. Chapter J met June 8, 2026, at Evergreen United Methodist Church with Mary Ruth Franzen serving as hostess. Eight members answered roll call by sharin...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
North Dakota Supreme Court rules term limits ballot measure unconstitutional
The North Dakota Supreme Court ruled that a ballot measure to adjust term limits passed by lawmakers in 2025 is unconstitutional, declaring the legislative r...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Video: Paddlefish tagging in North Dakota
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Jun 25, 2026Open source
Area communities receive AARP challenge grants
BISMARCK – AARP has announced 11 organizations throughout North Dakota will receive 2026 Community Challenge grants to support improvements to improve social
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Port: North Dakota Supreme Court declines to protect voters from themselves
The Supreme Court has upheld a provision that locks state lawmakers out of amending the term limit law created by a ballot measure. It's a terrible and stupi...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Rustie Bjorland explains what to expect at James River Rodeo
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Jun 25, 2026Open source
City Council to decide on agreement for developing infrastructure in NE Jamestown
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Jun 25, 2026Open source
Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee to prepare North Dakota legislators for 2027 session
"The purpose of this interim committee is to develop legislative expertise with respect to artificial intelligence and data centers,” state Sen. David Hogu...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
North Dakota reports high absentee ballot return rate in primary election
North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe says about 88% of nearly 40,000 absentee ballots were returned in the June 9 primary.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
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