03
Mar
Mar
Legislation Expands NDIC Jurisdiction
The ND House gave final approval to a bill today that expands the authority of the North Dakota Industrial Commission and the Department of Mineral Resources over various wellhead equipment located on oil and gas well sites.
01
Mar
Mar
Grads of new API job-readiness program eager to join energy sector
Future energy professionals gained skills for success through San Jacinto College and American Petroleum Institute's (API) SkillsReady by API job readiness program.
24
Feb
Feb
Bid Awarded for Highway 85 Widening
The ND Department of Transportation has awarded a a contract to construct the four-lane divided highway between Watford City and the Long X Bridge to Central Specialties Inc.
21
Feb
Feb
Single Trip Oversize or Overweight Permits System Change
The North Dakota Highway Patrol has made a change to the permit system.
21
Feb
Feb
Bakken looking to recruit workers from out-of-state
The Bakken wants to increase oil production in our state. But to do that, they need more workers.
20
Feb
Feb
Bid placed for next step in Highway 85 expansion
The North Dakota Department of Transportation has approved a contract to begin construction work to expand Highway 85.
17
Feb
Feb
DOT: Frost Laws May Happen Soon
Due to recent warm weather patterns, the ND Department of Transportation is alerting the trucking industry that seasonal load restrictions may be implemented on state highways if temperatures continue to rise.
06
Feb
Feb
Senate Flips Vote on Scholarship Bill: Legislation Targets Oil Industry Families
Despite a 5-to-1 Do Not Pass recommendation from the Senate Education Committee, the full Senate voted 33-14 this week to approve legislation that would offer scholarships to oilfield workers and members of their families.