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Good chemistry brings student, tutor together

When Somerset Court employee Olivia Meeder was struggling with the chemistry coursework required to get into nursing school, she didn’t have to look far for help. Raymond Atwood, a retired science teacher, had moved into Somerset’s assisted living three years ago. When Somerset’s ...

NDMCA names Trooper of the Year

WILLISTON – North Dakota State Patrol Trooper Darby Kessner was recently named the 2025 Trooper of the Year by the North Dakota Motor Carriers Association (NDMCA). Kessner serves the state patrol as a MCSAP (Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program) trooper in Motor Carrier Operations and is ...

MDU files electric rate request in ND

BISMARCK — Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. announced it has filed an application with the North Dakota Public Service Commission seeking authority to increase electric rates in North Dakota by $34.5 million or 14.5% overall. This proposed rate adjustment is not related to data centers. MDU ...

Zoo staff remembers Amur leopard

The Roosevelt Park Zoo staff is deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of its rarest and most beloved residents, Clover, the zoo's 16-year-old female Amur leopard. According to zoo information, following a compassionate decision made to prioritize her comfort and quality of life, ...

Governor declares severe June storm disaster

BISMARCK – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today declared a statewide disaster for severe storms in early June that caused an estimated $4.6 million in damage to electrical infrastructure and also damaged homes, farms and businesses in North Dakota. The disaster declaration issued today via executive ...

Milestones

Troy University TROY, Ala. – Liam Hanavan of Minot graduated from Troy University during the spring semester of the 2025-2026 academic year. Bismarck State College BISMARCK – Bismarck State College has announced its President's Honor Roll for the spring 2026 semester. Students must ...