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First West Nile death reported in ND

BISMARCK – North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announced an individual older than 60 from southwestern North Dakota has become the state’s first West Nile virus-related death in 2026. As of Sept. 9, 25 human West Nile virus cases have been reported in 14 counties, HHS reported. Fourteen of those individuals were hospitalized. In 2025, North Dakota had 86 cases and two West Nile virus-related deaths. Most people infected with West Nile virus experience no symptoms or have only mild symptoms, such as fever and headache. In more severe cases, the virus can cause high fever, ...

Agenda announced for Governor’s Workforce Summit

BISMARCK – The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced registration is open and the agenda is available for the 2026 Governor’s Workforce Summit, set for Sept. 23 at the Bismarck State College National Energy Center of Excellence. The summit will bring together policymakers, employers, educators, workforce professionals and community leaders to explore solutions for strengthening North Dakota’s workforce and positioning the state for long-term economic growth. “Building the workforce North Dakota needs for the future requires us to think differently about how we develop ...

Fort Buford hosts Ghost Walk Oct. 10

WILLISTON — Experience the fort in a whole new light during the annual “Ghost Walk” on Saturday, Oct. 10, 6-8 p.m. at Fort Buford State Historic Site near Williston. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public. The “Ghost Walk,” presented by the Fort Buford Sixth Infantry Regimental Association, explores the site’s lesser-known stories, lingering mysteries and eerie atmosphere after dark. By lantern light, hear tales drawn from documented events, frontier hardships, unexplained encounters and the people who once lived and worked at the post. This experience is ...

Free veteran flu shot clinics set

The Fargo VA Health Care System is offering free flu shot blitzes in September and October at the Minot VA Clinic for veterans enrolled in VA healthcare. Clinics will be held Thursdays, Sept. 24 and Oct. 1, from 9 a.m.-1 via drive-through. Questions can be directed to the Minot VA Clinic at 418-2600.

Northwest Arts Center opens with multiple exhibits

The Northwest Arts Center opens the fall semester at Minot State University with multiple exhibitions featuring a diverse range of artwork. It is the 31st year for the INT’L All Media annual juried exhibition, on display concurrently with "What The Print?," drawn from the MSU Collections, ...

Excellence in forestry honored at 2026 Trees Bowl

FARGO – Fourteen "Trees Award" winners from across the state were recognized at the 36th Trees Bowl and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 29. The Trees Awards recognize individuals, organizations and agencies who contribute in an outstanding way to forestry activities. This year’s ...