North Dakota Association of Counties

09/11/2026

We Remember. Today, we join Americans across the country in remembrance of Patriot Day.

On September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks claimed 2,996 lives across four coordinated strikes in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

Throughout the day, six moments of silence mark the events as they unfolded. We hope you will join us, along with others across the country, in pausing to remember.
Moments of Silence (all times Eastern Daylight Time)
8:46 a.m. — North Tower of the World Trade Center was attacked
9:03 a.m. — South Tower of the World Trade Center was attacked
9:37 a.m. — The Pentagon was attacked
9:59 a.m. — South Tower collapsed
10:03 a.m. — Flight 93 crashed near Shanksville, PA
10:28 a.m. — North Tower collapsed
We remember the victims and honor the courage of the first responders.

09/10/2026

NDACo Communications Specialist Maxine Herr made her first official county courthouse visit today! McIntosh County North Dakota courthouse is sure a beauty!

09/10/2026

We’re in Ashley, ND today meeting with the Central Dakota Six County Organization - sharing ideas, discussing policy & finding solutions together. The power of collaboration!

09/08/2026

Lawmakers pass two of the five proposed bills during their Special Session. Read more about it on the ND Counties Legislative Blog:

Lawmakers wrapped up their three-day special session Friday with the passage of two of the five bills considered. Kratom Governor Kelly Armstrong called for the Special Session to address the risin…

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸 Thank you to our county officials and employees across North Dakota for your hard work, dedication and service to your communities.

Today, we celebrate you and all you do! Enjoy a well-deserved day off with family and friends. 🎉

09/03/2026

We're saving you a seat! Make plans to attend our annual conference October 11-13 for connection, collaboration, learning and to celebrate the important work happening across North Dakota’s counties. Register at ndaco.org/annual-conference

09/01/2026

NDACo Executive Director Aaron Birst spoke to legislators yesterday during discussions about data center development. Birst addressed the concern citizens have about Non-disclosure Agreements:
“Land values will jump up as soon as everybody starts speculating, so there is some basis to have some privacy,” Birst said. “But the citizens need to know if somebody’s coming to town to build.”

North Dakota lawmakers studying data centers heard concerns Monday about transparency and nondisclosure agreements while others touted the potential economic benefits.

08/31/2026

OUR ANNUAL CONFERENCE IS JUST 6 WEEKS AWAY!
Your 2026 keynote speaker is Danny Adams ~ An entertainer, speaker, actor, and author with more than 30 years in performance and improvisational comedy.

Danny brings his interactive show "Laughter Is Medicine" to Monday's opening General Session. Expect comedy, real stories, and a room that doesn't stay quiet.
October 11-13 at the Bismarck Event Center. Registration is open now at ndaco.org/annual-conference.

08/28/2026

This week we hosted the NDCCA, ILG & NDACo Boards to review association updates and discuss member services.

ND Secretary of State Michael Howe was our special guest and provided an update on election prep while encouraging counties to reach out to his team with any questions or need for educational/informational resources to help get more people to the polls. Election Day is Nov. 3!
☑️Find out how & where to vote: https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter

08/28/2026

Congratulations to our scholarship awardees!🙌
These 6 outstanding students were selected to receive $2,000 college scholarships and will be honored at the 2026 NDACo Annual Conference held in Bismarck in October. Learn more on our website ➡️ ndaco.org.
The winners and their home counties include:

🌟Brooklyn Dockter - Wells County
🌟Kaeden Krieg - Stark County
🌟Addie Robbins - LaMoure County
🌟Aubrey Rost - Grand Forks County
🌟Claire Weber - Towner County
🌟Ava Zachmann - Golden Valley County

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