Fireworks cause series of incidents across western North Dakota

NORTH DAKOTA (KFYR) – First responders were busy in the past 24 hours responding to fireworks-related incidents across western North Dakota. A trailer filled with fireworks started on fire last night north of Bismarck at 71st Street and State...

North Dakota steps up clean energy support with 2 new policies or incentives in 2024

North Dakota implemented at least two new clean energy policies or incentives supporting renewable energy and energy efficiency in 2024, according to data from the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE). Since 2010, the...

Bankruptcies for North Dakota and western Minnesota published July 5, 2025

North Dakota Cheyenne M. Czech, West Fargo, Chapter 7 Shane Ritter, St. Thomas, Chapter 7 Richard Scott Keith, Bismarck, Chapter 7 Matthew David Monson, Williston, Chapter 7 Rachel A. David, Fargo, Chapter 7 Kevin M. Hoffman, Minot, Chapter 13...

North Dakota's 2024 Drinking Water Compliance Report

(File image) (KNOX) – Information about North Dakota’s public water systems is available in the newly released 2024 Drinking Water Compliance Report prepared by the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality. “The purpose of the annual...

NDSU to Host Livestock and Agronomy Field Days in Manning, Dickinson

MANNING, N.D. — Featuring education and activities for all ages, the North Dakota State University Dickinson Research Extension Center (DREC) will host a ranch/livestock-focused field day on July 16 and an agronomy field day on July 17. STEM...

As bridge repairs add up, North Dakota might need to rethink approach, Gov. Kelly Armstrong says

GRAND FORKS — North Dakota has 1,325 bridges identified as needing repairs, according to a national report. And of the 4,255 bridges in North Dakota, 11% — or 467 of them — are structurally deficient, according to data compiled and distributed by...

Is North Dakota a top state for seniors to age at home?

FARGO — A study suggests North Dakota is one of the best states for seniors to age in their homes, but a North Dakota State University researcher said data from the online best and worst list may not tell the whole story. North Dakota ranked...

Grants available to help small-town grocers, tourism in North Dakota

Small communities in North Dakota can soon apply for grant money to support their grocery stores. Lawmakers set aside $1 million for the grant during the 2025 legislative session out of concern for rural North Dakota towns that struggle to attract...

What will happen to the iconic brick schoolhouse along I-94 in central North Dakota?

CRYSTAL SPRINGS, N.D. — When heading east on Interstate 94, the road winds into a crest near Crystal Springs, one of the few hills between central North Dakota and the flatlands of the Red River Valley. There, the more than century-old brick...

Number of VA loans issued in North Dakota increased by 60.6% from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025

"There Is Nothing Free These Days"-I Beg To Differ Here In BisMan

When was the last time you heard that old expression, "There is nothing FREE these days" I have heard it numerous times, and just when I start to believe it, I come across something like this: "Free Wood Chips Available to Bismarck Citizens"...

Prairie cemetery hides behind headstone overlooking I-94 in central North Dakota

CRYSTAL SPRINGS, N.D. — As drivers follow Interstate 94 near the exit marked for Crystal Springs, a white gravestone perched on the hilltop looks like a lonely prairie memorial that would be long forgotten by all but the surrounding farmers who...

Port: Carbon capture alarmism and the folly of the herd

MINOT — Last summer I wrote about a sparsely-attended rally against a proposed carbon capture pipeline, noting it was a manifestation of the horseshoe theory of politics. The theory, if you're unfamiliar with it, holds that the political spectrum...

2025 MVFC Preview: Are South Dakota or SDSU Predicted to Win it?

It's really anyone's guess as to who comes out on top in the Missouri Valley Football Conference this season. This offseason, there was a ton of change and turnover among many programs within the conference, and both of our in-state schools...

Junior high rodeo athletes achieve success at NJHFR in Iowa

Two National Junior High Rodeo Division athletes from the Tri-State Livestock News region became world champions at the NJHFR held June 22-28, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Ashlyn Klatt, Dickinson, N.D., captured the goat tying crown while David...

North Dakota man accused of defrauding pandemic relief programs of $1.6M

A Bismarck man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he fraudulently obtained more than $1.6 million from pandemic relief programs. Isaac Osei Afoakwa, 55, is also accused of submitting $100,000 worth of "false and fraudulent" claims to...

North Dakota poised for first integrated US jet fuel plant from bioethanol

RICHARDTON, N.D. — North Dakota Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak visited the Red Trail Energy bioethanol production plant and carbon sequestration facility in Richardton on Monday, June 30. Fedorchak’s visit came several months after Gevo Inc., a...

Milbank hosting celebration of American Legion Baseball’s 100th anniversary

MILBANK, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Centennial Classic is a celebration marking the 100th anniversary of American Legion Baseball taking place July 11 to 13 at the birthplace of American Legion Baseball, Milbank, South Dakota. The American...

8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Digest: July 9, 2025

Administrative IP Infringement Underlying Unjust Enrichment Claim; Timeliness Plaintiff appealed the dismissal of its complaint for lack of jurisdiction. Plaintiff’s founder previously settled with defendant to obtain a license to use defendant’s...

Click It or Ticket campaign racks up seat belt violations

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - From May to June, police across the state handed out over 4,000 citations during this year’s Click It or Ticket Campaign. Officers gave nearly three-quarters of those tickets to people who were not buckled up. Lauren...