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Armstrong says ND’s rural health care challenges demand bold action in State of the State Address
BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota’s rural health care challenges demand bold action and new approaches, Gov. Kelly Armstrong said in the annual State of the State Address on Wednesday, Jan. 21 as the 69th Legislative Assembly convened in a special session to appropriate $199 million in federal funding for a statewide Rural Health Transformation Program.
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Fearing ICE, Native Americans rush to prove their right to belong in the US
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — When U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement flooded Minneapolis, Shane Mantz dug his Choctaw Nation citizenship card out of a box on his dresser and slid it into his wallet.
Local Circle K swindled out of $250 in hostage scam
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. – On Friday, Feb. 6 at 8:46 p.m., an employee at the Circle K convenience store on U.S. Hwy. 2 West was deceived into transferring $250 to two gift cards via PayPal and Chime from a caller claiming to have a partner in the parking lot holding a hostage at gunpoint.
Minnesota immigration crackdowns loom large for some North Dakotans
An emphasis on Christian teachings of “welcoming the stranger” is taking the lead in a growing campaign among some faith groups in North Dakota.
Correctional officer found dead at local motel, apparent suicide
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. (Feb. 2, 2026) – Correctional Officer Justin Smith was found dead by apparent suicide at age 38 on Saturday, Jan. 31 at a local motel.
Ramsey County Commission meeting highlights from Feb. 3 and Jan. 20
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. – On Tuesday, Feb. 3, the Ramsey County Commission met in the Commission Meeting Room 8 a.m. at the Ramsey County Courthouse for their regular meeting. Present at the meeting were Commissioners Ed Brown, Jeff Frith, Bill Hodous and Paul Wilhelmi, presided by Commission Chair Blaine Volk. Also present were County Auditor Kandy Christopherson and County Treasurer Lisa Diseth.
Local Circle K swindled out of $250 in hostage scam
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. – On Friday, Feb. 6 at 8:46 p.m., an employee at the Circle K convenience store on U.S. Hwy. 2 West was deceived into transferring $250 to two gift cards via PayPal and Chime from a caller claiming to have a partner in the parking lot holding a hostage at gunpoint.
Minnesota immigration crackdowns loom large for some North Dakotans
An emphasis on Christian teachings of “welcoming the stranger” is taking the lead in a growing campaign among some faith groups in North Dakota.
164th Infantry Remembrance Association officially launched
NORTH DAKOTA — A new organization dedicated to preserving one of North Dakota’s most storied military legacies has officially launched. The 164th Infantry Remembrance Association has been formed to honor, preserve, and share the history of the 164th Infantry Regiment—the first U.S. Army unit to take offensive action in World War II, reinforce the U.S. Marines on Guadalcanal, and one of the most distinguished National Guard regiments of the war.
Correctional officer found dead at local motel, apparent suicide
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. (Feb. 2, 2026) – Correctional Officer Justin Smith was found dead by apparent suicide at age 38 on Saturday, Jan. 31 at a local motel.