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Fargo Ramada Hotel Sold for $4.1 Million, New Ownership Plans Renovations

Fargo Ramada Hotel Sold for $4.1 Million, New Ownership Plans Renovations

Fargo Ramada Hotel Sold for $4.1 Million, New Ownership Plans Renovations

Cheyenne Mountain School District 12 Secures $80 Million for Renovations After Ballot Issue Passage

Cheyenne Mountain School District 12 Secures $80 Million for Renovations After Ballot Issue Passage

Cheyenne Mountain School District 12 in Colorado Springs is preparing for extensive renovations and repairs across its campuses following the projected passage of ballot issue 4B. This ballot measure allows the district to increase its debt by an additional $80 million, while maintaining the existing $55 million mill levy established in 2017. This financial strategy enables the district to fund the improvements without imposing new property taxes on families within the district. Dr. David Peak, the district's superintendent, expressed gratitude for the community's trust and support, emphasizing the district's commitment to fiscal responsibility. Parents, such as Jeno, whose children attend Skyway Park Elementary School, have voiced excitement for the upgrades, noting the need for modernizations like improved doors, windows, entrances, and playgrounds. The district's plan includes building a completely new campus for Skyway students, which is the highest-cost project outlined.

Firefighter-Driven Agriculture Safety Training Program Offered in North Dakota

Firefighter-Driven Agriculture Safety Training Program Offered in North Dakota

The National Farm Medicine Center, in partnership with North Dakota State University Extension, is offering the Rural Firefighters Delivering Agriculture Safety and Health (RF-DASH) train-the-trainer program. This in-person training will take place on December 5 at Webster Farms, near Penn, North Dakota, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The program is free, but registration is required by November 26. RF-DASH aims to equip trusted community members, including firefighters, county emergency managers, EMS personnel, law enforcement, safety professionals, Extension agents, technical college instructors, rural insurance agents, farmers, and ranchers, with the knowledge and skills to prevent agricultural injuries and fatalities. The curriculum covers five modules: Introduction to Agricultural Emergencies, Preplanning and Mapping Farms with Farm MAPPER, Farm Hazard Analysis with Saferfarm.org, Farm First Aid, and Approaching the Farm Community, with a hands-on component.

RFK Jr. Emphasizes Soil Health's Role in Human Well-being During North Dakota Visit

RFK Jr. Emphasizes Soil Health's Role in Human Well-being During North Dakota Visit

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited a ranch near Bismarck, North Dakota, to discuss the critical link between soil health and human health. During a roundtable on regenerative agriculture at the Black Leg Ranch, Secretary Kennedy highlighted how the vitality of soil directly impacts the human gut, which he stated influences overall health, emotions, moods, energy levels, and individual effectiveness. The event, held on November 5, 2026, included Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer, both Republicans from North Dakota. Reporters were granted access for a limited 15-minute segment of the approximately 90-minute discussion, during which Secretary Kennedy elaborated on his views regarding the profound connection between agricultural practices and public health outcomes.

Marathon Petroleum Engages in Strategic Refinement and Renewable Diesel Operations Amidst Pending Asset Sale

Marathon Petroleum Engages in Strategic Refinement and Renewable Diesel Operations Amidst Pending Asset Sale

Marathon Petroleum Engages in Strategic Refinement and Renewable Diesel Operations Amidst Pending Asset Sale

Xcel Energy Seeks Mobile Facilities Maintenance Technician I for Fargo or Grand Forks, ND

Xcel Energy Seeks Mobile Facilities Maintenance Technician I for Fargo or Grand Forks, ND

Xcel Energy Seeks Mobile Facilities Maintenance Technician I for Fargo or Grand Forks, ND

Seymour School District Faces Financial Reassessment After Voter Rejection of Operating Referendum

Seymour School District Faces Financial Reassessment After Voter Rejection of Operating Referendum

The Seymour Community School District in Wisconsin is re-evaluating its financial strategy following the rejection of an operational referendum by voters in the November 3 election. District Administrator Kellie Bohn expressed disappointment, noting that the referendum sought to renew the same level of operational funding approved three years prior, despite increasing costs. The proposal aimed to allow the district to exceed state revenue limits by $5 million annually for three years, totaling $15 million in additional operating revenue. This funding was designated for staffing, maintenance, educational programs, and other ongoing district expenses. The district had hoped for continued support to maintain existing operations as the previous authorization nears expiration. The defeat leaves school leaders with critical decisions regarding the district's financial future, and the margin of defeat is being considered a significant factor in their next steps.

West Fargo Police Arrest Fargo Man After Discovering 21 Stolen Debit Cards During Traffic Stop

West Fargo Police Arrest Fargo Man After Discovering 21 Stolen Debit Cards During Traffic Stop

West Fargo Police arrested Christian Sluwar, 22, of Fargo, following a traffic stop on Wednesday night in the 1000 block of Main Avenue East. During the stop, officers discovered 21 debit cards, eight checks, over $3,000 in cash, two computers, and marijuana inside Sluwar's vehicle. Authorities contacted the owners of the debit cards, who confirmed that their cards had been stolen and that fraudulent charges had been attempted. Sluwar faces a felony charge for possession of stolen property, along with charges for driving with a suspended license and marijuana possession. The investigation is ongoing as police work to understand the full scope of the alleged fraudulent activities.

North Dakota Unveils First Life-Size Mahatma Gandhi Statue in Bismarck

North Dakota Unveils First Life-Size Mahatma Gandhi Statue in Bismarck

North Dakota has received its first life-size statue of Mahatma Gandhi, which was unveiled at Peace Park in downtown Bismarck on October 29. This installation marks a significant cultural addition to the state, facilitated by the Consulate General of India in Seattle and supported by the Indian-American community and the North Dakota Trade Office. The ceremony was attended by North Dakota First Lady Kjersti Armstrong, Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring, and India's Consul General in Seattle. Peace Park, located at 400 East Front Avenue, was established after the September 11, 2001, attacks and also features a Peace Pole from the Gandhi Peace Network of North Dakota. This new monument brings the total number of Gandhi statues within the jurisdiction of the Indian Consulate in Seattle to five, with others located in Bellevue Public Library, Seattle's Space Needle, the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln, and the University of Montana in Missoula.

Governor Ivey Highlights CHOOSE Act's Impact on Alabama Families Through Washington Family Story

Governor Ivey Highlights CHOOSE Act's Impact on Alabama Families Through Washington Family Story

Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama introduced the Washington family, beneficiaries of the state's CHOOSE Act, an education savings account (ESA) program. Shalice Washington, a U.S. veteran and full-time student, is utilizing the program to send her daughter, Kimora, to Trinity Presbyterian School in Montgomery. Kimora, a first-grader, has reportedly excelled in reading and math since enrolling. Governor Ivey emphasized that the CHOOSE Act helps families make educational choices that best fit their needs, citing Ms. Washington's dedication to her daughter's future. The CHOOSE Act provides refundable income tax credits for eligible K-12 students, covering tuition, fees, and other qualified educational expenses. For the 2026-27 academic year, the program was open to new families with an adjusted gross income not exceeding 300 percent of the federal poverty level. The application period for the 2026-27 academic year closed on March 31, 2026, with 29,341 applications representing 48,927 students. Currently, 34,322 el...

City of Huntsville Awards Clean Air Education Efforts in Local Schools

City of Huntsville Awards Clean Air Education Efforts in Local Schools

The City of Huntsville’s Air Pollution Control (APC) Board recently presented its annual Achievement Awards, recognizing outstanding efforts in clean air education within Huntsville schools. Mayor Tommy Battle, City Director of Natural Resources Darlene Elliott, and the APC board honored Earthscope and the Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) of the City of Huntsville during a ceremony at City Hall. Both organizations were lauded for their collaborative work in connecting with students in Huntsville City Schools to teach them about the importance of clean air. Earthscope, which serves all 26 K-6 schools in the Huntsville City Schools’ Environmental Education Department, provides field-based environmental science, history, and nature programs. The SWDA partners with Earthscope, hosting field trips to its Waste-to-Energy facility and landfill, where students learn about emission control systems, energy conservation, waste management, and water quality protection. Mayor Battle emphasized the program's long-s...

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 88-Year-Old Minot Man, Willard Reichenberger

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 88-Year-Old Minot Man, Willard Reichenberger

A Silver Alert has been issued for Willard Reichenberger, an 88-year-old man reported missing from Minot, North Dakota. Mr. Reichenberger was last seen on Wednesday at 10:00 PM. He is described as a white male, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing 195 pounds, with black and gray hair and hazel eyes. At the time he was last seen, he was wearing a blue jacket, a white t-shirt, and jeans, and may not have been wearing shoes. Authorities believe he is driving a silver 2018 Honda CRV with North Dakota license plate 367EEJ. The Minot Police Department is asking anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to contact them immediately.