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The North Dakota Department of Commerce Global Talent Office (GTO) hosted the 2025 North Dakota Global Talent Summit on Thursday, Aug. 14, at Bismarck State College’s NECE building, convening national and international experts to explore legal immigration as a strategic solution to workforce challenges.More than 100 attendees participated in sessions...Continue Reading

The North Dakota Women’s Business Center (NDWBC) is celebrating its 25th anniversary as an essential resource for entrepreneurs and business owners in the state. During the 2023-24 fiscal year, the NDWBC served more than 1,000 clients (88.3% of whom are women) and spent more than 6,500 hours coaching clients. More...Continue Reading

The North Dakota Department of Commerce’s Global Talent Office (GTO) today announced the launch of a new statewide initiative to support English language learners through a strategic partnership with EnGen, a virtual, career-aligned English upskilling solution. This initiative provides no-cost access to English instruction for local employers and community organizations...Continue Reading

The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced today that six companies were approved for a total of $2.16 million in loan funds through the North Dakota Development Fund, Inc. (NDDF) during the second quarter of 2025."These investments reflect our commitment to economic growth and meeting community needs across North Dakota,"...Continue Reading

In October 2024, Anthony Foti moved to Bismarck to join MDU Resources’ executive team as its new chief legal officer and corporate secretary. He and his wife, Victoria, both grew up in New York and had been living along the New Jersey shore before the move.“We had no trepidation at...Continue Reading

Families in Bismarck, North Dakota, have a new childcare option supported by the University of Mary. The Butler Center for Early Learning opened in June 2025 and welcomed its first group of infants, toddlers, and children.“Our primary challenge during the first few weeks was how new everything was,” says Jennifer...Continue Reading

Capture Joy Among an Endless Sea of SunflowersIn late July to August, find your happy place along North Dakota's stunning sunflower fields tour. Hit the road to discover their beauty up close, snap unforgettable photos and create lasting memories. It's more than a view; it's an experience! Discover ND's GoldTHINGS...Continue Reading

Bismarck-Mandan is experiencing a surge in new residents, with more people than ever choosing to call this vibrant metropolitan area home. To help newcomers settle in, Janel Schmitz, first lady of Bismarck, launched a welcome initiative to foster community connections. Among those who have found their place here is Moses...Continue Reading

The weather is warming up, and the Bismarck-Mandan Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is preparing to launch a marketing campaign to attract family vacationers, outdoor enthusiasts, and travelers looking for weekend getaways. More than 25 million tourists choose North Dakota annually, bringing $3.3 billion in visitor spending to the state...Continue Reading

Residents of Bismarck-Mandan are friendly. They say hello when you walk past and wave when you drive by. However, these small gestures don’t always translate into friendships and personal connections. The mayors of Bismarck and Mandan, Bismarck-Mandan Chamber EDC, and other community partners are encouraging residents to reach out to...Continue Reading