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Governor reflects on ND as most military friendly state

Since taking office nearly two years ago, Gov. Kelly Armstrong said he and Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden have been working with state groups and agencies to make North Dakota the most military friendly state in the nation. He said the North Dakota Military Commission, National Guard, N.D. ...

Surrey FFA Chapter celebrates major milestones

SURREY — The Surrey FFA Chapter has announced recent outstanding achievements that highlight the continued growth and success of its members and program. Leading the accomplishments is Morgan Wald, a senior and current chapter president, who has earned the prestigious State FFA Degree. This ...

Youth showcase skills at Communication Arts Contest

Youth from Mountrail and Ward counties showcased their public speaking and presenting skills during the County 4-H Communication Arts Contest held March 28 at the Mountrail County South Complex in Stanley. The contest is divided into three age groups: Senior (ages 13-18), Junior (ages ...

Minot Public Schools announces new district logo, colors

Minot Public Schools will officially transition to a new district logo and color palette, marking an important step forward in the district’s identity. The new colors — silver and gold — were selected to represent one color from each of the district’s two high schools, symbolizing ...

Area towns receive water project loans

BISMARCK – Kenmare and New Town are among communities recently awarded loans from the State Revolving Fund (SRF) programs, jointly administered by the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality and the North Dakota Public Finance Authority. Kenmare received a $2.4 million Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan to rehabilitate sanitary sewer main using cured in place pipelining and replace main where necessary. The manholes also will be rehabilitated or replaced where necessary. New Town was awarded a $1 million Drinking Water State Revolving Fund loan to replace the existing ...