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News & Updates

News coverage of LWVND and local chapters, including events, outreach, and advocacy. 

May 27, 2026

Barnes County/Valley City Primary Election Forum May 30

“This is an excellent chance for voters to gain first-hand information about who and what will be on the Primary ballot. It’s also an important opportunity for candidates to hear from constituents on the issues that matter most to them,” said Vicki Voldal Rosenau, a LWV volunteer.

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NewsDakota

May 12, 2026

North Dakota Today: League of Women Voters

Video interview of Kathy Tweeten, LWVND president, on our statewide voter guide on VOTE411.org.

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KFYR

May 5, 2026

League of Women Voters Publishes Online Voter Guide for June 9 Primary

“From park board to U.S. House, it’s important that voters in North Dakota make their voices heard in the June 9th election,” said Kathy Tweeten, LWVND president. “Our voter guide makes it easier for voters to research who and what is on their ballot— all in one place.”

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NewsDakota

Apr 30, 2026

LWV holds debate for Bismarck mayoral and commission candidates

With primary elections just more than a month away, the League of Women Voters in Bismarck-Mandan is giving voters a look at the candidates who want to represent them.

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KX News

Apr 29, 2026

League of Women Voters to host Fargo candidate forums

The League of Women Voters of the Red River Valley will host forums for Fargo candidates next week.

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InForum

Apr 17, 2026

Podcast: Voting rights and criminal records in North Dakota

North Dakota Monitor reporter Mary Steurer talks to Craig Blumenshine, producer and host of Prairie Public’s Main Street, about steps the League of Women Voters and state agencies have taken to help educate people ahead of election season.

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North Dakota Monitor

Apr 13, 2026

Can felons vote in North Dakota? Democracy group seeks to dispel misconceptions

The League of Women Voters of North Dakota is coordinating with state agencies and jails to make sure people with criminal records know their voting rights.

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North Dakota Monitor

Apr 6, 2026

ND's enthusiasm for voter outreach reflected in new LWV chapters

Leading up to this year's midterm elections, voters on the opposite ends of North Dakota might have new opportunities to learn about candidates and voting protocols that affect them. And one organization says it's seeing renewed spirit to reach these populations.

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Public News Service

Apr 6, 2026

North Dakota’s Enthusiasm For Voter Outreach Reflected in New League of Women Voters Chapters

Leading up to this year’s midterm elections, voters on the opposite ends of North Dakota might have new opportunities to learn about candidates and voting protocols that affect them. And one organization says it’s seeing renewed spirit to reach these populations.

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KNOX

Apr 5, 2026

ND's enthusiasm for voter outreach reflected in new LWV chapters

Leading up to this year's midterm elections, voters on the opposite ends of North Dakota might have new opportunities to learn about candidates and voting protocols that affect them. And one organization says it's seeing renewed spirit to reach these populations.

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MSN

Mar 30, 2026

Residents gather for No Kings rally in Minot

About 300 people held up signs along Broadway on Saturday, March 28, to protest certain government actions.

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Minot Daily News

Mar 27, 2026

SAVE Act contains exemption for ND voters

State officials have said a controversial election security bill in Congress wouldn't impact North Dakota.

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Minot Daily News

Mar 24, 2026

701 Civics Podcast: League of Women Voters of North Dakota

In this interview, Kathy Tweeten, the President of the LWVND, shares the history, mission, and current initiatives of the League. Topics include voting rights, civics education, election integrity, and ways to get involved in promoting democracy.

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701 Civics

Mar 23, 2026

Letter: We urge Sens. Hoeven and Cramer to vote 'no' on the SAVE Act

Sens. Hoeven and Cramer, we urge you to vote "no" on the SAVE America Act, so eligible North Dakota voters, like 92-year-old Helen in Minot, can exercise their right to vote without additional hurdles.

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InForum

Mar 17, 2026

Immigrants from 44 countries become U.S. citizens in Fargo

Outside the ceremony hall, Lyn Dockter-Pinnick, secretary of the League of Women Voters of [the Red River Valley], passed out voting information to the new citizens as they walked out.

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North Dakota Monitor

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