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Nominations requested for governor's art awards

Local News October 30, 2026

BISMARCK – North Dakota Council on the Arts (NDCA), in partnership with the Governor's Office, is accepting nominations for the 2027 ND Governor's Awards for the Arts. Presented every two years, the awards recognize outstanding individuals, educators, community groups and organizations whose dedication, leadership and creativity have made a lasting impact on the arts and cultural life of North Dakota. The ND Governor's Awards for the Arts honor those who expand access to the arts, enrich artistic experiences, preserve and celebrate cultural heritage, strengthen arts education and ...

Nonprofit launches midterm election watch effort

Local News October 29, 2026

As North Dakota voters prepare for the Nov. 3 midterm election, Native allies are deploying observers to polling sites in an effort to overcome potential barriers at the ballot box. It is the first time the Native American Rights Fund is spearheading election protection efforts for a midterm, ...

Assistance available for regenerative practices

Local News October 29, 2026

BISMARCK – The U.S. Department of Agriculture in North Dakota has announced additional eligible practices for farmers participating in the Regenerative Pilot Program in fiscal year 2027, providing local agricultural producers with more opportunities to adopt conservation systems that improve ...

Farm Dreams workshop to support aspiring farmers

Local News October 29, 2026

The Foundation for Agricultural and Rural Resources Management and Sustainability (FARRMS) has announced announce the return of its free, online Farm Dreams Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 6-9 p.m. Starting a farm can be both exciting and overwhelming. The FARRMS Farm Dreams Workshop, titled "Dream Start: Planting Your Farm's Future," gives participants space to define their motivation, put their farm dream into words, weigh the risks and rewards and learn from experienced North Dakota farmers. This year’s featured farmers include Shannon and Jeff Bueche of Turkey Road Farm, Paul ...

Ranch Counts & Calculations workshops set

Local News October 29, 2026

North Dakota State University Extension will offer Ranch Counts & Calculations workshops to help beef producers evaluate herd performance and make informed management decisions using the new NDSU Cow-Calf Record Book tool. Two workshops are scheduled: - McHenry County: Thursday, Nov. 5, 1–4 p.m. at Verendrye Electric Cooperative, 615 Hwy. 52 W., Velva. - Ward County: Tuesday, Nov. 24, 5–8 p.m. at North Central Rural Electric Cooperative, 5400 Hwy. 83 S., Minot. The workshops are free, but registration is required. Space is limited to 15 participants at each ...

Family recalls heritage in Minot

Local News October 29, 2026

For several decades, the influence of an entrepreneurial enclave of Greek immigrants helped shape Minot’s community life. That influence has become less apparent with the passing of a generation. Yet for Minot resident Vivian Zimmerman, the daughter of Greek immigrants, some of those ...