Michael Dale Lystad was born on June 30, 1951, to Lyle and Muriel (Thompson) Lystad in Bottineau, N.D. Mike was born with a case of the measles, even though his mother didn’t have measles.

Western North Dakota has long been synonymous with the Bakken oil industry’s boom and its consequential impact on the local economy and communities. As the quest for oil continues, debates surrounding ...

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Many residents of McKenzie County have seen small signs being placed along the roadways of the area warning people to keep the roads clear during standard business hours. The signs appearing in ...

Terry James Dorval Sr., 64, Dickinson, peacefully passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. On Nov. 17, 1957, Terry was born in Dickinson. He was the sixth of 10 children of ...

The Jamestown Blue Jays hosted Watford City at Lyle Trapper Field on May 16. Jamestown had a 15-run first inning in game one on their way to a 25-7 victory. The Wolves offense came to life later on as ...

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Harry Mark Hammond, aged 76, died May 28, 2024, in Oklahoma City, Okla., due to extended health ...

Local restaurant and bar owners were tickled to receive an early Christmas gift after Gov. Doug Burgum signed an amended executive order on Dec. 22, that allows these establishments to resume normal ...

For 14-year-old Jaidyn Carr of Watford City, life isn’t just about riding bulls; it’s about building a legacy, one buck-off at a time. In a community known for its strong rodeo traditions, 14-year-old ...

North Dakota State University (NDSU) is launching an innovative course designed to connect students with the state’s dynamic energy sector. The 3-credit course, titled “Bison to the Bakken,” will ...

The continued impacts of the oil slowdown and COVID-19 during the first quarter of 2021 resulted in a significant drop in taxable sales and purchases according to statistics from the North Dakota Tax ...