New Study Shows Clean Fuels Industry Contributes $42.4 Billion to U.S. Economy

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – A new study commissioned by Clean Fuels Alliance America shows the U.S. biomass-based diesel industry generated $42.4 billion in economic activity in 2024, supported 107,400 jobs and paid $6 billion in annual wages. The study,
Governor Armstrong Signs Property Tax Relief And Reform Bill

(Bismarck, ND) — North Dakota homeowners will have their property tax credits raised more than three times the existing amount. Governor Kelly Armstrong signed the bill to increase the credit from 500-dollars to one thousand, six-hundred-dollars per
Grand Forks Man Convicted Of Felony Drug Crimes

(Grand Forks, ND) — A Grand Forks man is heading to prison for drug crimes. Douglas Allen Austreng pleaded guilty to two felony counts of drug possession with the intent to deliver. The 61-year-old was arrested last
Two Bismarck Universities Enhancing Workforce Programs

(Bismarck, ND) — Bismarck State College and the University of Mary are improving their workforce programs. BSC is collaborating with North Dakota State to boost its nursing workforce. U-Mary also announced it is working with the Bismarck
Governor Armstrong Signs Speed Limit Bill

(Bismarck, ND) — Speed limits on North Dakota interstates are rising. Governor Kelly Armstrong signed the bill yesterday that increases speed limits to 80 miles per hour starting August 1st, but it also comes with heavier fines
Wildfires on the Turtle Mountain Reservation

Wildfires on the Turtle Mountain Reservation in North Dakota have drawn in state support, as the flames continue to threaten forested areas near Belcourt. Governor Kelly Armstrong has deployed the National Guard to help battle the blazes.
Watertown Man Arrested On Drug Charges To Distribute Meth

(Watertown, SD) — A Watertown man is in custody after police found drugs and guns while serving a search warrant. Authorities say Bradley Raderschadt now faces multiple drug charges. During the search, officers found around one pound
Sturgis Airport Projects Get Funding

(Sturgis, SD) — The City of Sturgis is moving forward with plans to improve its airport. Funding for two projects costing just over six-million dollars has been secured. Most of that cost will be paid for through
Sioux Falls Man Convicted In 2022 Murder Case

(Sioux Falls, SD) — Three years after shooting and killing a man, Darrian Johnson of Sioux Falls has been found guilty of first-degree murder and other charges. On September 5th of 2022, police found 26-year-old Kaisean Tyler
Manhunt Continues For Man Wanted In SD, NE

(Oglala, SD) — Authorities are still searching for a man wanted on felony charges in Nebraska and South Dakota. Cody Dittman was identified as the suspect involved in a chase with tribal police in western South Dakota