Good morning, Williston.

The Nesson School District #2 board approved nearly unchanged millage rates for 2026-2027 at its Wednesday meeting, adding a 42.55-mill increase exclusively to the sinking-interest fund to cover a $23 million debt due in January with no public comments made.

The Department of Environmental Quality has added Blacktail Dam (Williams County), Horsehead Lake (Kidder County) and Larimore Dam (Grand Forks County) to blue-green algae advisories, now totaling 20 statewide; residents are advised to avoid swimming or drinking from these waters.

The EPA is rolling back emissions limits on coal- and gas-fired power plants to help lower energy costs, although experts warn it may raise emissions (which could affect power prices in Williston).

Stakeholders are also watching the development of alternative energy technologies.

Prairie Grit has started providing children's mental health services and will soon add support for adults, couples and families.

The expansion aims to improve care access for locals.

Two high school friends, nicknamed the Soul Sisters, have finished hiking every trail in state parks across North Dakota after a six-year, 173-mile journey that began as a campfire dream.

Their bucket-list mission turned into an inspiring adventure.

The Green Bay Packers signed ND native Cordell Volson to their practice squad on Sep.

17. The fourth-round pick played 16 games with the Bengals + spent the summer with the Titans after a shoulder injury to add depth to the offensive line.