Bismarck – Gov. Kelly Armstrong released the following statement today after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm former Gov. Doug Burgum as Secretary of the Interior, making him the second North Dakotan to hold the position. Armstrong reached out to Burgum to congratulate him on his confirmation. “The strong support […]
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Stark County Fatal Crash January 27
NDHP – On Monday, January 27 2025 at approximately 7:50 PM Mountain Time a 2013 Kia Optima with eight occupants was rear-ended by a 2025 Freightliner semi on I-94 near mile marker 80 in the westbound right lane. The Kia’s driver was in the process of slowing down during the […]
Armstong Unveil ND Tourism’s New Promotional Materials
North Dakota – Gov. Armstrong along with Commerce Tourism and Marketing Director Sara Otte Coleman released new marketing materials this week promoting thousands of the state’s travel businesses and amenities, while inviting visitors and showcasing why North Dakota is a must-see destination. Tourism has launched a revitalized “Hello ND” campaign, […]
North Dakota 35th Best State for Entrepreneurs
SimplifyLLC – A new study has ranked North Dakota as the 35 best state for entrepreneurs in 2025, marking a fall 13 spots compared to last year’s rankings. American entrepreneurship is booming, with unprecedented growth and generational shifts driving new opportunities. The Treasury Department reports that 430,000 new businesses opened […]
Armstrong Supports Program to Attract Agriculture Projects
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today announced his support for legislation creating an incentive program to attract value-added agriculture projects to North Dakota. House Bill 1332, which had its hearing before the House Agriculture Committee today, authorizes a “value-added agriculture production facility incentive program” and provides up to $30 […]
Traill County Fatal Crash January 22
A 2001 Honda CRV was being driven by 74 year-old Steven Brekhus of Kenmare, ND north on Interstate 29 when the driver lost control on icy road surfaces. The Honda entered the east ditch and overturned. Both occupants were ejected. The female Randi Rae Crepps aged 39 was deceased on […]
ND Proposes New Bill to Protect from Crypto ATM Fraud
(Raahath) – North Dakota has put forth a new legislative proposal tackling crypto atm scams aimed at improving consumer protection. The House bill 1447, introduced by House Representative Steve Swiontek, seeks to impose stricter safeguards on crypto ATMs. Swiontek, the bill’s sponsor, emphasized that the lack of consumer safeguards on […]
Hoeven Statement of Confirmation of Marco Rubio
WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Senator Marco Rubio to serve as U.S. Secretary of State. “Marco Rubio will do a tremendous job as U.S. Secretary of State, and I am pleased to support his confirmation. During his time in the Senate […]
Armstrong Statement on Inauguration of Trump
BISMARCK (JAN. 20, 2025) – Gov Kelly Armstrong released the following statement today after he and First Lady Kjersti Armstrong attended the swearing in of Donald J. Trump as the 47th president of the United States at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. “Today we celebrate the start of a […]
DUI Property Crash Involving Fargo Squad Car
NDHP – On January 18, 2025 at 9:51 pm, a Dodge Journey was traveling westbound on 7th Avenue N. The Fargo PD squad car was traveling southbound on 25th Street N on routine patrol. The Fargo PD squad car entered the intersection at a green light. The Dodge Journey disregarded […]
























