Local Business
05/03/2026 · Mandan
ND Tourism Books 15% Surge on Summer Festival Boom
North Dakota's tourism board reports a 15% spike in bookings for iconic summer events like the Medora Musical and Fargo Street Fair, fueling local economies statewide. From country anthems in New Salem to polka beats in Hankinson, the 2026 lineup promises record crowds and economic windfalls for small towns.
Bismarck Breaks Ground on 400 New Homes to Tackle ND Housing Crunch
Local developers in Bismarck launched three major residential subdivisions, set to deliver 400 much-needed homes amid North Dakota's persistent housing shortage. This boom signals relief for families strained by rising demand in the state's capital. Officials hail it as a pivotal step toward affordability.
05/03/2026
North Dakota Backs $500M Pipeline as Bakken Oil Fields Surge
The North Dakota Industrial Commission unanimously approved up to $500 million in state financing Tuesday to support WBI Energy's Bakken East pipeline, a major infrastructure project designed to move natural gas from the state's western oil fields to eastern markets by 2030. The investment reflects the state's commitment to maximizing returns from the Bakken Shale formation amid renewed industry momentum.
05/03/2026