Bismarck man uses junk removal to support recovery

For Jacob Dockter, owner of Redemption Junk Removal, the business is about more than removing unwanted items. It’s about helping people get back on their feet, offering support through difficult times and sharing the word of God.

Lighting the way: North Dakotan linemen on a mission to bring power to rural Guatemalan village

Things like flipping a light switch are often something we don’t think twice about.

North Dakota pipeline ruling could affect future power-line disputes

A North Dakota judge ruled on October 9, 2026, that state pipeline siting authority does not automatically override county zoning ordinances governing proposed carbon dioxide pipeline routes within affected counties. Landowners, Emmons County, and Burleigh County brought the lawsuit against the North Dakota Public Service Commission and Summit Carbon Solutions...

State leaders announce phase II of the Crack the Code project

State leaders gathered at the North Dakota Petroleum Council to announce their plans to increase oil production in a way that benefits the state.

Ag commissioner candidates tackle tariffs, farm crisis, data centers during debate

Republican Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring sparred with Democratic challenger Vern Thompson on tariffs, the farm crisis and more during a debate recorded this week.  The debate also crystallized a key difference in how the two candidates view the role of government when it comes to overseeing the development of data centers and other industries.   “The […]

Running a Hobby Farm in North Dakota: Zoning, Taxes, and Livestock Rules Explained

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! You can turn ten acres of North Dakota grassland into a tax-exempt farm residence, but only if you can prove you spend most of your working hours on it. That single acreage number shapes almost every legal question tied to running a hobby farm in North Dakota, from which zoning district your land falls under … This article, Running a Hobby Farm in North Dakota: Zoning, Taxes, and Livestock Rules Explained , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Animal Waste Disposal Laws in North Carolina: Manure, Carcasses, and CAFO Rules Explained • Running a Hobby Farm in New Mexico: Zoning, Livestock, and Tax Rules to Know • Petting Zoo Laws in Kentucky: Licensing, Permits, and Liability Rules Explained

State leaders announce phase II of the Crack the Code project

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - State leaders gathered at the North Dakota Petroleum Council to announce their plans to increase oil production in a way that benefits the state. Phase two of the Crack the Code project is using cost-effective technology to reach oil in shale rock formations like the Bakken. The goal — to increase production and extend the life of existing oil fields.

We The People: Increase of women in agriculture

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - Agriculture has long been a family business across California’s central valley. But women are increasingly taking on larger roles in an industry traditionally dominated by men. A recent study from the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Women’s Leadership Committee found that women in agriculture often juggle...

Pipeline spill contaminates dry creek bed in northwest North Dakota

MCKENZIE COUNTY, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — A pipeline spill released thousands of barrels of an oilfield byproduct in McKenzie County, state regulators said Thursday. The pipeline operated by Tallgrass Water spilled an estimated 3,402 barrels, or 142,884 gallons, of produced water on Wednesday. Produced water is a byproduct of oil production, sometimes called saltwater or brine, that can cause significant environmental damage.

Birch Creek Angus: Home Of The 4 Year Guarantee On Breeding Bulls

Birch Creek Angus 4-Year Bull Guarantee | Bull Fertility, Soundness & Breeding Assurance. At Birch Creek Angus, we stand behind the quality and longevity of our Angus breeding bulls with a comprehensive 4-Year Bull Guarantee. We understand that purchasing a herd sire is a significant genetic investment in your cowherd, and we are committed to helping cattle producers protect that investment.

Oil Tax Breaks, Frankenstein, Data Centers and Debate

North Dakota’s Permanent Oil Well Tax Break Faces New Questions. North Dakota’s tax break for low-producing oil wells is permanent, even if a well later produces far more oil. North Dakota Monitor reporter Jacob Orledge found that more than 700 wells producing above the qualifying limit could cost the state an estimated $66 million in tax revenue this year. The broader exemption is projected to cost about $260 million. Orledge explains how the program works, who benefits and why lawmakers are weighing possible changes against the risk of losing jobs, local tax revenue and future oil production.

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USDA Providing Over $65 Million In Funding To Several Different North Dakota Rural Development Projects

A media release by the United States Department of Agriculture, says the funding is connected to the USDA Rural Development program. The funding will help with water, community infrastructure and education investment projects. The Spirit Lake Tribe is receiving a $1 million grant that will be used for a commercial,...

BSC students get an up-close look at TC Energy Plant

SAINT ANTHONY, N.D. (KFYR) - Bismarck State College students traded the classroom for a compressor station, getting a hands-on look at the energy careers powering North Dakota communities. The visit comes as U.S. natural gas capacity has grown by 39% since 2022, according to the Interstate Natural Gas Association of...

Ag commissioner candidates tackle tariffs, farm crisis, data centers during debate

Republican Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring sparred with Democratic challenger Vern Thompson on tariffs, the farm crisis and more during a debate recorded this week. The debate also crystallized a key difference in how the two candidates view the role of government when it comes to overseeing the development of data centers and other industries.

Social Security benefits set to increase in 2027

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - With prices rising across the nation, making ends meet can pose as a challenge for some. But the Social Security Administration announced an increase for those on the program. For those living on a fixed income, every dollar counts. That pressure doesn’t become any easier to...

NDFU to Celebrate 100th State Convention

North Dakota Farmers Union (NDFU), the state’s largest farm organization, will celebrate its 100th annual state convention Dec. 11-12 at the Bismarck Event Center. The two-day event will honor the organization’s 100-year history, celebrate the NDFU Foundation and bring members together to shape the future of agriculture in North Dakota.

BSC students get an up-close look at TC Energy Plant

A tour for the students allowed them an up-close look at one of the energy plants that powers our communities.

North Dakota data center proposal draws farmland and local siting concerns

Geronimo Power proposes Harmony Energy Park east of Casselton and north of Mapleton in rural Cass County. The development remains subject to formal local zoning and permit decisions. Some residents have framed the dispute around siting rather than the broader industry. Their concerns include electricity demand, agricultural land, water use,...

Interior secretary pitches Fairbanks amid regional power emergency

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU) - U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum visited Fairbanks Wednesday, addressing attendees at the 8 Star Event Center and pitching the Interior as a location for large-scale AI data centers and foreign energy investment. The visit came days after Golden Valley Electric declared a Level 2...