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Two companies propose natural gas pipelines to bring Bakken gas to central and eastern North Dakota
Two pipeline companies have said they are interested in building a pipeline to bring natural gas from the Bakken to central and eastern North Dakota. One is WBI Energy, the other Intensity Infrastructure Partners. "This will be the first large...
Share your agriculture storm damage with NDSU Extension, North Dakota Dept. of Ag
NDSU Extension and the North Dakota Department of Agriculture are hoping to hear from those who suffered agriculture losses from June 2025 storm damage through impact assessments. An online assessment tool was launched on Wednesday, June 25, and...

The Most Popular Job in North Dakota Isn’t What You Think
It seems like there are a ton of job opportunities in the state of North Dakota. We keep building new restaurants and businesses; we're just growing and growing. This is what draws so many people in. Each year, our population grows because so many...

Looking back at impossible choices and the impact of abortion policy in North Dakota and beyond
Even before federal abortion-rights protections were overturned three years ago, a Fargo mother says she had to travel hundreds of miles and across state lines to end a life-threatening pregnancy. Randi Lamoureux, an educator and business owner,...

Concerns grow in North Dakota about increased insurance costs, medical debt
BISMARCK — North Dakota health care organizations and insurance regulators are sounding a warning about the potential increase in out-of-pocket premium costs for those using the Affordable Care Act marketplace for their health insurance needs....

Fedorchak supports passage of comprehensive economic reform bill
Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak of North Dakota announced the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill, which is now set to be signed by President Trump. This legislation aims to advance President Trump's America First agenda by implementing tax cuts...

Analysis of North Dakota Agencies
Grant Gader, fiscal analyst for North Dakota Legislative Council. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor) (North Dakota Monitor) – At least $100 million in federal grants have been canceled for North Dakota state agencies under the Trump...

North Dakota woman recounts journey to Mrs. International competition
PEMBINA, N.D. (KMOT) - Sometimes the greatest things are those we never expect. Tara Emerson, Mrs. North Dakota International, is a testament to that. Tara Emerson, “Just a Farm Wife,” or at least that’s what her social media says. “I won, it was...

Viewpoint: Building a stronger insurance market for North Dakotans
June 28 is National Insurance Awareness Day. It’s a great reminder for all of us to take a few minutes to review our insurance policies. Whether it’s auto, home, health, or life insurance, now is the time to ask yourself: Do I still have the right...

The 25 Most Common Last Names In North Dakota
We are all distinctive in our own particular ways. Even a little physical characteristic like a freckle makes you unique unless you have an identical twin. Even though you share a twin with another person, you still have a unique feature. Your...

North Dakota to Expand In State Legacy Fund Investments
Electric transmission lines. (Jeff Beach/North Dakota Monitor) (North Dakota Monitor) – North Dakota plans to invest up to $150 million of Legacy Fund money in-state into land, infrastructure, agriculture and natural resources as part of a new...

North Dakota’s LIFT program opens applications in business loan funding
BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Commerce has announced the opening of the Legacy Investment for Technology (LIFT) application process. This funding opportunity drives economic growth in our state by fueling innovative North Dakota...

North Dakota to expand in-state Legacy Fund investments
North Dakota plans to invest up to $150 million of Legacy Fund money in-state into land, infrastructure, agriculture and natural resources as part of a new agreement with investment firm GCM Grosvenor. The Legacy Fund is a trust fund for the state...

Moody's ranks North Dakota economy stable, but report criticizes reliance on oil revenues, state-owned bank
BISMARCK — Moody’s has ranked North Dakota’s financial position as stable, but the famous risk assessor voiced concerns about the state’s reliance on oil and gas tax revenue, as well as the potential liabilities of a state-owned bank. The state’s...

North Dakota Faces Damage And Loss After Historic Thunderstorms
The Governor of North Dakota, Kelly Armstrong, has declared a statewide disaster after Friday night's storms. Powerful thunderstorms spawned numerous tornadoes that took the lives of three people in Enderlin, North Dakota. Some are calling this a...

What Will North Dakota’s Winter Be Like? Just Ask a Woolly Bear Caterpillar!
North Dakotans know winter can be unpredictable, but did you know that the fuzzy little woolly bear caterpillar might hold the secret to this year’s forecast? According to folklore, woolly bear caterpillars—also called woolly worms—are nature’s...

Federal funding cuts to North Dakota agencies total $100M so far, analysis shows
At least $100 million in federal grants have been canceled for North Dakota state agencies under the Trump administration so far, according to an analysis presented Thursday to state legislative leaders. The analysis may not be a complete picture...

Bank of North Dakota researching ways to aid farmers hit by storm
A grain bin near Hunter, North Dakota, demolished by storms that swept through the state over the weekend. BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — The North Dakota Industrial Commission is looking for ways to help farmers who lost storage and...

June 27th Should Be A Holiday In North Dakota
I'm going to go ahead and make that statement - "June 27th should be a holiday in North Dakota" When you find out WHY, you will no doubt agree with me. "Opening Day" is two special words in my mind - they mean many things to me. One as in Little...

Derecho destroys crops, buildings in area extending from Montana border, to North Dakota, northern South Dakota, Minnesota and Michigan
Extreme winds blew through a 700 mile long stretch of the United States last weekend (June 20-21, 2025), hitting parts of North Dakota and northern South Dakota. U.S. Department of Agriculture meteorologist Brad Rippey explains the combination of...