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Drive Sober enforcement begins Friday

Law enforcement agencies across North Dakota will increase patrols Friday, Aug. 14, through Monday, Sept. 7, as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign, according to the Vision Zero campaign. The effort is focused on removing impaired drivers from the road and preventing alcohol and drug-related crashes. "Alcohol and drugs reduce your ability to make responsible decisions behind the wheel," said North Dakota State Patrol Lieutenant Matt Johnson. "Our officers will be working throughout the enforcement period to identify impaired drivers before they cause a ...

Conservation funds available for ag producers

BISMARCK – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing in conservation on agricultural lands through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) as a result of the conservation funding provided by the Working Families Tax Cuts Act. While NRCS accepts applications year-round, interested agricultural producers in North Dakota should apply by Sept. 18 to be considered for fiscal year 2027 funding. Programs include the following. – Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP): The Agricultural Land Easement component of ACEP enables producers to protect ...

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ND water experts say ‘if in doubt, stay out'

North Dakota officials are monitoring dozens of lakes and reservoirs for harmful algal blooms and are asking residents to be on alert during recreational activities. Lake Tschida in Grant County and at least seven other bodies of water are under active advisories. Laxmi Prasad, assistant ...

Free suicide intervention training offered

A free suicide intervention skills training will be offered in Minot Sept. 2-3. This training is valuable for educators, healthcare professionals, first responders, law nforcement, social service professionals, faith communities, college students, community leaders and anyone who wants to feel more prepared to help someone experiencing a suicide crisis. The Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) will be held from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. both days at the Sleep Inn and Suites in Minot. The training is free thanks to the sponsorship of ND HOPES. ASIST is a two-day interactive ...

Historic bridge to be studied for rehab

A historic walking bridge in east Minot that has been deteriorating with age is being considered for rehabilitation. The Minot City Council on Aug. 3 approved negotiating with AE2S of Grand Forks to conduct the preliminary engineering on the Eastwood Park Bridge to determine the extent of the ...