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Sheriff reminds residents of kratom laws

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The Ward County Sheriff’s Department has issued a statement encouraging community members and visitors to be aware of current changes to kratom laws in North Dakota. Since Wednesday, Aug. 5, the sale, possession and use of kratom and kratom products is prohibited in North Dakota under Gov. Kelly Armstrong's Executive Order declaring a public health emergency. Additionally, 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a primary psychoactive compound found in many kratom products, has been classified by the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy as a Schedule I controlled substance. Consumers who are ...

School budget reduces tax levy

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A $36.73 million property tax request in the Minot Public School District’s proposed 2026-27 budget could mean somewhat lower tax bills for many Minot property owners. The Minot School Board approved a budget on first reading on Wednesday, Aug. 5. A public hearing is set for Thursday, Sept. 10, at 5:30 p.m. at the Minot Area Workforce Academy. Although the district is looking at a dollar levy that is about 1.38% higher than the current year, the district’s overall valuation also has increased and the mill levy is down about 5 mills. “The reduction in mills is due in part to the ...

PSC schedules hearing on wind farm

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BISMARCK – The North Dakota Public Service Commission (PSC) will hold a public hearing on Thursday, Aug. 20, regarding a proposal to “repower” the Prairie Winds Project in Ward County. Basin Electric Power Cooperative is requesting to amend the siting permit issued in 2009 for the ...

ND Courts reminds citizens to be aware of jury scams

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North Dakota Courts reminds citizens to remain vigilant and aware of scams targeting potential jurors. Scammers often call or text individuals alleging they failed to appear for jury service. Some scammers impersonate law enforcement agencies and threaten arrest if court fines are not paid for the alleged failure to appear. Scammers can be aggressive and demanding. State courts, federal courts and law enforcement agencies will never call and threaten an individual or demand immediate payment — either over the telephone or money wire service — for fines or for not responding to a ...

Key flood protection features advancing

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Construction on the Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection Project’s Maple Diversion is getting closer, with advance work likely to start this fall, according to Ryan Ackerman, administrator for the Souris River Joint Board. Ackerman informed the Ward County Commission Tuesday, Aug. 4, that ...