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ND meetings cover proposed changes for ballot questions

A series of public meetings continues this week, giving North Dakotans a chance to learn about new efforts to change the rules for statewide ballot measures brought by citizens and policymakers. Groups from across the political spectrum are hosting the February meetings. Organizers said they ...

Nonprofit treasurer charged with misapplication of funds

The former treasurer of a Minot-based nonprofit organization has been charged with stealing more than $170,000 from the organization over a seven-year period. Michael W. Johnson, 52, made his initial appearance in North Central District Court on Wednesday afternoon for one Class A felony ...

Chevron donation funds new floor at Ray gymnastics gym

RAY — Acro Stars Gymnastics has received a $35,000 donation from Chevron to purchase a new floor for its gym, according to the organization. The new floor was installed this fall and is intended to provide a safer training surface for athletes, said Tanya Hill, president and head coach of ...

Surrey School District seeks feedback on facility improvements

SURREY — The Surrey School District has announced a community meeting will be held next week to gather public feedback on urgent school facility needs. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Surrey Public School. According to district officials, the meeting is being ...

PSC receives more than 700 consumer contacts in 2025

BISMARCK – The North Dakota Public Service Commission reported the agency received 712 consumer contacts in 2025, including informal complaints against regulated entities, public input submitted as part of an open case, referrals to other agencies and requests for information. In a release ...

ND Reclamation Conference set for March

WATFORD CITY – Landowners, industry professionals, researchers and policymakers are invited to the 2026 North Dakota Reclamation Conference to engage in conversations about the reclamation of disturbed lands. The event will be held March 3-4 at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City. The ...