Jason R. O'Day
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Suspect arrested for arson at home of Adams Co. deputy
An Adams County man has been arrested for allegedly setting a Sheriff's deputy's home on fire in retaliation for the deputy's arrest of individuals close to the suspect on drug-related charges. → Read More
Dickinson man sentenced for terroristic threats against City Hall
Derek Decker, 38, threatened to bring firearm to municipal court to provoke law enforcement to shoot him. → Read More
Police Blotter Feb 23 to March 6
The Dickinson Police Department responded to numerous calls for service over the past two weeks, and these are just a few highlights of the incidents that occurred. → Read More
North Dakota Supreme Court rules in favor of outdoor blogger in defamation lawsuit
North Dakota Supreme Court dismisses Arthaud v. Fuglie defamation lawsuit related to assertions made in a public post on the internet regarding a controversial bridge project. → Read More
Adams County Sheriff's Office investigating alleged arson attempt targeting chief deputy's home
Business owners, neighbors asked to check surveillance footage in the area from that night → Read More
Adams County alleged arson targets law enforcement residence, sparks investigation
Alleged arson attempt targets Adams County Chief Deputy's residence, and the sheriff's office seeks community help in their investigation. → Read More
Breaking Barriers: Japanese DSU student overcomes language and cultural challenges to earn agriculture degree
Yuuka Taniguchi's experience as a foreign exchange student shapes her passion for agriculture and interests in strengthening global trade connections → Read More
Locals launch senior care service in Killdeer
Grassy Butte women Annie Brown and Laura Dillman recently started an elderly care business → Read More
Dickinson mother-of-three turns hobby into thriving business
Brenna Schriver has turned her love of art and an iPad app into a thriving business creating digital portraits for customers, including those with an emotional connection to her work. → Read More
Police Blotter: Feb 15
The Dickinson Police Department responded to numerous calls for service over the past week, and these are just a few highlights of the incidents that occurred → Read More
Bowman farm boy soars: A remarkable journey to the ND Aviation Hall of Fame
Rodney Schaaf will be inducted into the state's Aviation Hall of Fame after a lengthy career and years of community service. He shares his story in an Exclusive with The Dickinson Press → Read More
Decades of dedication: Billings Co. Sheriff Pat Rummel retires
"When Pat spoke everybody listened," Stark County Sheriff Corey Lee said. → Read More
Committees pass restriction bills on "sexually explicit" content in libraries in both chambers
Overwhelming legislative support for HB 1205 and SB 2360 see both bills clear first hurdles → Read More
Frigid February: More snow and winter accidents plague Western Edge
DICKINSON — From a sunny 50℉ Monday to a snowy and windy 8° Tuesday, Western Edge weather has been unpredictable to say the least. The warm temperatures and sunny skies gave residents a glimpse of spring, but the abrupt shift in weather to snow and wind served as a reminder that it's still February. → Read More
Reviving Rust: Dickinson couple builds unique rat rods and inspires others to find their passion
Lee Hageman and his wife Lisa have been building “rat rods” for several years. These rides are similar to hotrods but as the term suggests, they’re scrappier and built more for pleasure than looks. → Read More
Classroom to the Nation's Capitol: South Heart middle schoolers four-peat Nationals appearance
For the fourth year in a row, South Heart students take Future City Competition to the Moon and back → Read More
Judge rejects plea deal in case involving fatal I-94 crash
MANDAN, N.D. — A Minnesota truck driver's hope for a clean slate has been shattered after a South Central District Court judge denied a plea deal agreement on Thursday in a case surrounding the fatal crash that claimed the life of Scott Walden. → Read More
Billings County revives controversial bridge project after shift in commission support
Considerations on reviving a controversial bridge project abandoned in 2021 involving the potential use of eminent domain, faces opposition from county residents and Sheriff. → Read More
Police Blotter: Jan 31 to Feb 7
The Dickinson Police Department responded to numerous calls for service over the past week, and these are just a few highlights of the incidents that occurred. → Read More
32 Years of dedication and courage: Sheriff's Deputy Greg Barros retires with honors
DICKINSON — A retirement party was held at the Stark County Courthouse for Sheriff’s Deputy Greg Barros to celebrate his 32 year law enforcement career. He said health issues and doctor’s appointments all over the region, from Fargo to Rapid City, were a factor in his decision to scale back his hours. → Read More