MINOT, North Dakota, June 22 -- Minot State University issued the following news release: Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2,433 U.S. teens ages 16-19 were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2016. That means six teens ages 16-19 died every day from motor vehicle accident injuries. Fortunately, most motor vehicle crashes are preventable, and proven strategies can improve the safety   more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 19 -- The North Dakota Department of Transportation issued the following news release: The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2019-2022 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for inclusion of a previously unpublished project in 2019. Intersection Conflict Warning System (ICWS) in Burlington at the Intersection of US 2 and 29th Ave NW (Johnson St). Total Cost: $150,000 The public is invited to view  more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 18 -- The North Dakota Department of Transportation issued the following news release: The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), and Billings County, as joint lead agencies, in cooperation with the US Forest Service and US Army Corps of Engineers, announce the availability of the FEIS/ROD for the Little Missouri River Crossing Project, pursuant to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 196  more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 19 -- Gov. Doug Burgum, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: Gov. Doug Burgum today announced that Border States Electric CEO Tammy Miller will join the administration as chief operating officer, bringing extensive experience to a critical role in the ongoing efforts to enhance government services for citizens in order to empower people, improve lives and inspire success. Miller has served as CEO and board chair since 2006 at Fargo-based Border States  more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 20 -- Gov. Doug Burgum, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: Gov. Doug Burgum today announced that registration is now open for the third annual Governor's Summit on Innovative Education on Aug. 14-15 at Jamestown High School in Jamestown, N.D. The summit brings together local and national leaders in education to share best practices and engage with educators, administrators, parents and students. It is open to the public. This year's summit is being  more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 20 -- Gov. Doug Burgum, R-North Dakota, issued the following statement after Mexico approved the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement: "With Mexico's approval now secured, we strongly urge the U.S. Congress and Canada to finalize the USMCA and modernize trade relations between our three nations for the good of American industries, farmers and ranchers, who are among the world's best and can compete with anyone on a level playing field. "Canada and Mexico are North Dakota'  more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 18 -- Gov. Doug Burgum, R-North Dakota, issued the following statement on Department of Agriculture's Forest Service proposal to modernize compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act: "We appreciate USDA and the Forest Service's willingness to remain flexible and work with North Dakotans on improving access and opportunities on our public lands. "Although it was originally intended as a means of evaluating environmental impacts of federal actions, the NEP  more

MEDORA, North Dakota, June 18 -- The State Historical Society of North Dakota issued the following news release: The Chateau de Mores State Historic Site, in partnership with The Busy Buffalo Carriage Company, is offering carriage rides through the historic site property. Rides are offered upon request Wednesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (MT) weather permitting. Visitors are encouraged to call 701.623.4355 prior to arriving to check availability. The trail is approximately 2 miles long, a  more

MEDORA, North Dakota, June 18 -- The State Historical Society of North Dakota issued the following news release: Chateau de Mores State Historic Site will present its perennially popular History Alive programs again this summer. This year's lineup includes portrayals of the Marquis de Mores, Madame de Mores, A.T. Packard, and a Civilian Conservation Corps worker. Presentations will be held on the Chateau veranda on Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. (MT). History Aliv  more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 20 -- The State Historical Society of North Dakota issued the following news release: Children are invited to "Paper Airplane Crafting" on Thursday, June 27, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Camp Hancock State Historic Site. Staff will help children make three types of simple airplanes using provided materials.The staff will also help fly the airplanes and discuss how wind carries them. The workshop is free and refreshments will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an ad  more

BISMARCK, North Dakota, June 17 -- The State Historical Society of North Dakota issued the following news release: A free Sensational Sunday featuring photographer Shane Balkowitsch signing his new book will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. on June 23 at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum's outdoor Prairie Amphitheater. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating on the lawn. The book focuses on wet plate photography, a Victorian-era technique used to create ph  more