Engelstad official denies role in nickname lawsuit Nov 12, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) The general manager of the Ralph Engelstad Arena says the business has no role in a lawsuit that supports the University of North Dakota s Fighting Sioux nickname. Jody Hodgson says the arena is not paying the fees of the attorney who sued on behalf of eight members of the Spirit Lake Sioux tribe. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Official: 911 dispatchers can pinpoint calls Nov 12, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) An official with the North Dakota Association of Counties says it s impossible to know whether authorities would have been able to find three Dickinson State University softball players faster had they called 911 on their cell phone rather than friends. Russ Lindblom did say that 911 dispatch centers have cell phone technology that lets them pinpoint the area from which the call is made. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
ND Supreme Court hears disputed feedlot case Nov 11, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) The attorney for a Morton County man says the County Commission is allowing a feedlot within a quarter-mile of where he wants to build a house. Donald Hagerott is asking the North Dakota Supreme Court to overturn the County Commission s decision. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Wildcats get wins at Classic Nov 11, 2009
The Lady Wildcats open the tournament against Bismarck State College at 1 p.m.. Lady Wildcats leaders. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Fox News is a very poor example of journalism Nov 11, 2009
" Like the one in today's Bismarck Trib - "Student Deaths Are Tragic. " No duh. While I may not agree with what you say, it was written on the opinion page and this is your personal opinion. I'm glad to see people talking about it, and wonder if anyone will write pro or con opinion as a letter to the editor for publication? I do find it sad that people are willing to cancel subscriptions over an OPINION piece written by a specific individual. Remember, the views expressed on the opinion page do... (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Lloyd Hamers Nov 11, 2009
He attended Bismarck Jr. College where he received his certification in auto body repair. He returned to the Tioga area where he worked at the H y Shop and Blikre Motors. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Children are injured in crash Nov 11, 2009
citizen wrote on Nov 4, 2009 11:34 AM:" The thing about this town everyone jumps to conclusions and there full of critizm! It's pretty pathetic! Yeah she had a suspended license, who cares! The only thing that matters is that everyone was ok especially those kids..She did go to the hospital right away cause the baby got flown to Bismarck! ". concerned citizen wrote on Oct 29, 2009 5:24 PM:" Why did that mother leave the scene of the accident. What if those children would have had internal... (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Coyotes take West Region team championship Nov 10, 2009
Bismarck High School, 124. 200 Yard Medley Relay. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Huskies are ready for semi-finals Nov 7, 2009
The Huskies and the Firebirds have had two common opponents this year, Bismarck St.Mary's and Central Cass ... Fargo-South and Bismarck Century will play a state AAA semi-final game at the Fargodome earlier Saturday, with the Wahpeton game against Devils Lake scheduled to start at 5 p.m.. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Judith Erickson Nov 7, 2009
two daughters, Louise (Robert) Halseth, Epping and Esther (Gary) Beazley, Bismarck; five grandchildren, Judi Le Erickson, Kagel Canyon, Calif. Tom (Rebekka) Halseth, Mount Rainier, Md. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
IRS says 172 ND refund checks undeliverable Nov 7, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) The Internal Revenue Service says 172 federal tax refund checks to North Dakotans were returned with mailing address errors. The IRS says the checks total 141,941, and some taxpayers are due more than one check. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Wildcats advance in Region tournament Nov 6, 2009
Kacie Reardon and Taylor Hart each had 10 kills to lead the North Dakota State College of Science Wildcats to a 3-1 win over Bismarck State College in the opening round of the Region 13 tournament Thursday in Bismarck ... The Wildcats took the opening set 25-20, but Bismarck won the second set 25-20 to even the match at one game apiece. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Hay bale removal extended in some ND areas Nov 6, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) Farmers and ranchers in some parts of North Dakota are getting a little more time to remove hay bales from roadside ditches, because of wet weather. The state Transportation Department says the deadline to remove bales has been extended until Nov. 15 in the Minot, Valley City, Devils Lake and Fargo districts. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Missing DSU students found dead in pond Nov 5, 2009
By JENNY MICHAEL Bismarck Tribune - 11/04/2009. DICKINSON - After a day and a half of searching on ground and in air, rescue teams found three Dickinson State University softball players dead in a vehicle submerged in a stock pond northwest of Dickinson. (Montana Standard, MT)
Kelly Ruddy, 42 Nov 5, 2009
In 1990, he moved to Bismarck, N.D., where he worked at the Golden Dragon Restaurant, the Hong Kong Restaurant, the Oasis Truck Stop and the Bismarck Refinery. From 1994 to 1995, he lived in Billings, Mont. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Seeking input Nov 5, 2009
People who missed Tuesday's meeting can still submit ideas, concerns and recommendations by either sending them to by mail to 600 E. Boulevard Ave., Dept. 325, Bismarck, N.D., 58505-0250 or by e-mailing. For more information on the North Dakota Human Services Department, visit. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Weekend Web fares Nov 5, 2009
8:39 a.m. Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Book these fares by Friday for travel weekend of Nov. 6, 2009. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
3 ND college students found dead in sunken Jeep Nov 5, 2009
It s about 100 miles west of Bismarck and 60 miles east of the Montana state line. Banyai said pings signals sent between cell phones and provider towers from the women s phone calls helped narrow the search area. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Softball Players Found Dead in Jeep Didn't See Pond Nov 5, 2009
Family members of the women planned to visit the site on Wednesday northwest of Dickinson, a city of 16,000 people that is about 100 miles west of Bismarck. Gemar's father, Lenny, said Tuesday night after a prayer service on campus that "it's the worst day of my life.". (Fox News)
Three North Dakota softball players found dead Nov 4, 2009
Williamson and Gemar were from California, while Neufeld was from Canada, according to KXMB. Dickinson is almost 100 miles west of Bismarck. Share this on. (CNN)
Police: Missing students found dead in p... Police say three missing North Dakota college softball players have been found dead in their vehicle, which was pulled from ... Nov 4, 2009
Dickinson, a city with about 16,000 residents, is about 100 miles west of Bismarck and 60 miles east of the Montana state line. Even after going away to college, Gemar would return to Grossmont to visit with former teammates and her coach, sitting in the dugout during games when she was in town on Christmas and summer breaks. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
ND mule deer production down Nov 4, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) State wildlife officials say a fall survey has confirmed that the severe winter and spring reduced mule deer production in North Dakota. Game and Fish Department biologist Bruce Stillings says observers in airplanes counted 1,528 mule deer in the October survey. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Missing College Softball Players Found Dead Nov 4, 2009
Dickinson is about 98 miles west of Bismarck. More Stories. (KWTX.com, TX)
Police: Lake search finds no trace of ND stu... Nov 4, 2009
The lake is located southwest of Dickinson, a city of 16,000 people about 100 miles west of Bismarck and 60 miles east of the Montana state line. Police also said they searched the women's rooms and were interviewing their classmates, friends and people near Killdeer, north of Dickinson. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Bertha Bardell, 93 Nov 3, 2009
Bertha moved to Bismarck in 2007 and became a resident of Missouri Slope Lutheran Care Center in 2008. Bertha enjoyed crocheting, playing cards, fishing and dancing. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Coyotes swim in Bismarck over weekend Nov 3, 2009
The Williston High girls swim and dive team split a double dual meet on Friday in Bismarck, then competed in the Blue Jay Inivtational in Jamestown on Saturday. The Coyotes defeated Bismarck High 144-34 and lost to Bismarck Century 95-91 ... Bismarck High 141; Bismarck Century 363; Fargo North 287. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Huskies advance to semi-finals Nov 3, 2009
Wahpeton overcame two big Bismarck St. Mary's plays Saturday in the first half of their North Dakota AA football game and downed the Saints 43-13 to advance into the semi-finals ... Wahpetons Ryan Smith eludes a Bismarck St. Marys tackler on his way to scoring a touchdown in the Huskies 43-13 win over the Saints in their North Dakota state AA playoff game. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
N.D. Air Force Base Commander Fired Nov 1, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. -- The military says the commander at the Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota has been relieved of his command. The Air Force told The Associated Press on Friday it lost confidence in Col. Joel Westa's ability to command the base. (Newsmax)
Perseverance in Faith is published Nov 1, 2009
A beautiful history portrayed in a beautiful book also serves as a tribute to a longtime staff member of the Catholic Diocese of Bismarck who died while being a lead organizer on the centennial publication. "Perseverance in Faith: A History of the Catholic Church in Western North Dakota," is the result of a process that began about five years ago, said Joyce McDowall, director of the diocese's Office of Family Ministry. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
2009 recession continues to impact commodity markets (2) Nov 1, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. Frayne Olson, the new crops marketing economist at North Dakota State University, is not completely convinced that the market has reached a new plateau in agricultural prices. Excluding the last several months, crop prices had reached new highs with corn selling in the 5 to 6 range, wheat as high as 12, and durum jumping to 18 in 2008 at some point. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Lloyd Bruins Nov 1, 2009
Williston Herald - Online Edition. Williston Herald Print Edition. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Housing crisis continues Oct 31, 2009
WhyWillistonGetsIgnored wrote on Oct 30, 2009 11:27 AM:" I'm just curious how these developers in Bismarck and Fargo get all their money to put up hundreds of homes at a time for $160,00...and we can't get any of these developers to come into Williston? Has anyone contacted developers in the larger communities? Just curious. I'm also confused why there are no new fast food places being built in this town to take care fo this need. ". Write a Comment. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Mens hoops is creating excitement Oct 31, 2009
Jan. 14 at Bismarck State College, 8 p.m. ... Feb. 21 Bismarck State College, 6 p.m.. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Health officials say ND flu hotline busy Oct 31, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) North Dakota s flu hotline has been getting a healthy dose of calls since it started nearly two weeks ago. The public health hotline is set up to answer questions about swine flu, also known as the H1N1 strain, as well as seasonal flu. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Area projects to receive funds Oct 31, 2009
9 million is to be split between Williston State College, Dickinson State University, Minot State University and Bismarck State College. Dorgan said the state already is becoming a leader in oil activity and energy production and has high demand for more jobs of the future. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Mark Duane Haagenson, 43 Oct 30, 2009
Natalie; and his two daughters, Melora Rae and Melaina Lou in Minot; his parents, Milton and Lois Haagenson; father-in-law, Gordon Dohlen (Carol) of Rolette; and mother-in-law, Dorthy Dohlen of Georgia; his two sisters, Kristie (Damian) Dionne of Rolette, and Linda (Dick) Danielson of Iowa; brother-in-law, Chad Dohlen (Jason) of Minnesota; sister-in-laws, Danielle Dohlen (Bill) of Bismarck and Cathie (Leander) Logan of Georgia; nieces, Ashley and Amber Danielson, Deidra Dionne; his nephew,... (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Lady Tetons are eyeing big season Oct 30, 2009
Jan. 14 at Bismarck State College, 6 p.m. ... Feb. 21 vs. Bismarck State College, 4 p.m.. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
ND lawmakers exploring property tax credits Oct 30, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) North Dakota lawmakers are exploring the idea of providing a homestead property tax credit for all homeowners. The credit would reduce the property tax bill for a North Dakota taxpayer s primary residence. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Pantries aim for donations of 700 deer Oct 30, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) A North Dakota program that distributes venison to the needy hopes to get 700 deer from hunters this fall ... Officials in North Dakota and other states have warned about eating venison killed with lead ammunition since last year, when a Bismarck physician conducting tests using a CT scanner found lead in samples of donated deer meat. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
State forecast for N.D. Oct 29, 2009
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Tetons set to open postseason Oct 29, 2009
The Williston State College Lady Tetons volleyball team will open the postseason Thursday with a regional tournament match against Dakota College at Bottineau in Bismarck at 5 p.m. ... Bismarck State College and North Dakota State College of Science will round out the four-team field with a first-round match, also on Thursday evening. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Activist says Catholic Church needs to be open about priest abuse Oct 29, 2009
Bismarck, N.D., resident Richard Jangula, now 52, said he was molested by Patejko at age 18 when Patejko gave him a ride home. Jangula, who says he was a small man and was overpowered by Patejko, who was much larger, was shocked by the assault of someone who he was raised to believe was close to God. (NJ.com -- Times)
Report: ND 4th biggest crude producer Oct 29, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) A new federal report says North Dakota has surpassed Louisiana as the fourth-largest oil-producing state in the nation. The Energy Department s Energy Information Administration says North Dakota produced 6. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
ND reports 1st swine flu death Oct 28, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) North Dakota s first swine flu-related death was a man who was older than 60, had other health problems and had not been vaccinated against the illness, state officials said Monday. Dr. Terry Dwelle, North Dakota s health officer, declined to disclose other details about the case other than to say the man lived in the northwestern part of the state and was ill with the flu, also known as H1N1, for only a few days before he died. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Huskies finish cross country season Oct 28, 2009
Bismarck High took the girls and boys titles ... 1 Christian Brownotter, Bismarck, 15:38 ... 3 Ian Wiest, Bismarck, 15:43. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
ND electric settlement to include customer refund Oct 28, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) A proposed settlement of an electric rate case includes almost 865,000 in refunds to Otter Tail Power Co. s North Dakota customers, who have been paying higher electric charges since January. The state Public Service Commission may approve the settlement Wednesday, although Commissioner Tony Clark said action could be delayed because of questions about a proposed 450,000 economic development fund that Otter Tail ratepayers would finance. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Southern ND Amtrak route a tough sell Oct 27, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) A feasibility study of an Amtrak route through southern North Dakota finds the route would bring economic benefits ... He says, Man will step on Mars before someone steps off of a train in Bismarck. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Coyotes cruise past Minot in last home meet of season Oct 27, 2009
Williston will swim at Bismarck on Oct. 30. Williston 101. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
State seeks input from area residents Oct 25, 2009
Anyone unable to attend the Williston meeting may submit their concerns, comments or ideas through mail at 600 E. Boulevard Ave., Dept. 325, Bismarck, ND 58505-0250. Comment can also be sent by e-mail to or fax at 701-328-1545. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
ND officials say tuition, fee hikes below average Oct 24, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) State higher education officials say tuition and fees at North Dakota s public colleges and universities went up at a rate much less than the national average. They cite a new report from The Collage Board saying the average published price of in-state tuition and fees at public four-year colleges increased 6. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Williston cross country hopes to have solid outing Oct 24, 2009
"We should be able to do much better than that." Bismarck is the favorite to win the team state title. Grand Forks Central, West Fargo and Bismarck Century also figure to have strong showings at Saturday's meet. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Tennis association wins state award Oct 24, 2009
Krueger thought it was appropriate the tennis group be recognized for a great project when cities like Bismarck and Fargo see groups nominated all of the time. "They were committed to the project. They went after it and got it done," Krueger said. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Man dies in Bismarck fire Oct 24, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) A 66-year-old Bismarck man has died in a mobile home fire. The blaze was reported shortly after 12:30 a.m. Friday. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
ND aerospace school suspends flights Oct 23, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. -- The University of North Dakota's aerospace school has suspended training flights for one day after a series of landing and take-off mishaps at the Grand Forks airport. University flight operations director Al Palmer said the latest incident involved a plane that landed Thursday morning without its landing gear down. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Bobcat to shut down in Bismarck Dec. 23 Oct 22, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) Bobcat Co. workers have been told production will end Dec. 23 at the companys Bismarck plant ... Bobcat announced in September that it would eliminate 490 jobs in Bismarck ... Jeremy Bauer is president of the United Steel Workers local representing the Bismarck plant. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Huskies run over Valley City, 40-0 Oct 22, 2009
The Huskies will open the playoffs with a home game against Bismarck St. Marys. The time and location of the game has not yet been determined. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
WHS hopes to end season with a win Oct 22, 2009
First of all, senior Alex Hanson missed last week's game after suffering concussion in a game on Oct. 10 at Bismarck. His status for tonight's contest remains up in the air. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
ND finds temperature problems with flu vaccine Oct 22, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) State Health Department officials said Tuesday that about 1,100 doses of swine flu vaccine may not work against the virus because of questions about temperature levels during shipping within the state. The vaccine is safe but might not prevent swine flu, or H1N1, the Health Department said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Brainerd attorney to fill vacant judge post Oct 21, 2009
He was an associate attorney with the Jeffries, Olson and Flom law firm in Moorhead from 1987 to 1991 and a law clerk to North Dakota Supreme Court Justice Herbert L. Meschke in Bismarck, N.D., from 1986 to 1987. Askegaard earned his law degree from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, N.D., in 1986, and his bachelor of science business administration degree cum laude from the University of North Dakota in 1982. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
ND ag commissioner hospitalized Oct 21, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring is undergoing tests at a Bismarck hospital. A statement from the state Agriculture Department says Goehring was feeling tired and felt an unusual sensation in his hands and feet. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Forest Service to impose grazing changes Oct 21, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) Sen. Byron Dorgan says the Forest Service is prepared to start a new grazing administration plan on western North Dakota s federal grasslands even if the two major rancher associations don t sign on to it. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Shirley Wagner Oct 21, 2009
A memorial service is on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009, at 10:30 a.m., at the Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Bismarck. A visitation is on Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. at the Bismarck Funeral Home, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Inurnment is at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery, Mandan ... Shirley graduated from Epping High School and then graduated from a business college in Bismarck. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Michael McIntee Oct 20, 2009
Michael Raymond McIntee, 88, Williston, died on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, at the Med Center One, Bismarck. Funeral arrangements are to be announced and a complete obituary is to follow. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Flu hot line set up in ND Oct 17, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) North Dakota s Health Department has launched a toll-free hot line for people with questions about the flu, including the swine flu. The hot line at 1-866-207-2880 will operate from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Congress approves appropriations bill Oct 17, 2009
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) North Dakota s congressional delegation says an appropriations bill with money for water projects, flood control and energy research has won final congressional passage. The bill has been sent to President Barack Obama. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
