Stark County ND

05/19/2026

Stark County Planning & Zoning Commission has a new vacancy on its board. You will serve out the current term through December 2026 and then fulfill a 4-year term through December 2030. To learn more about this volunteer position visit our website at: https://www.starkcountynd.gov/index.asp?SEC=E87A5D26-C339-43D7-82B5-9ACB77DEC9F8&DE=E7C5B771-61F6-4085-86C9-386369ACC345
⏱ Deadline to apply is May 29, 2026‼️

05/14/2026

New Job Opportunity now available! Check it out and apply on our website by May 29, 2026. https://www.starkcountynd.gov/index.asp?SEC=D0D9DDB4-BBB8-459E-A332-CE82650CBDC1&DE=57AC0765-8872-4679-A61B-FAEE429DA90F

Responsibilities: Serve as the first point of contact for the use of any Fairgrounds facilities. Negotiate and prepare event contacts, service agreements, vendor documentation, and liquor licenses; ensure all insurance requirements are met

05/14/2026

Save the Date!

05/14/2026

What do I need to vote?

Avoid delays when voting! You’ll need to show identification when you vote. Election workers will accept any of the forms of ID listed – but be sure it’s current and has your correct address! Need to update or your driver license or non-driver ID? Don’t put it off. https://apps.nd.gov/dot/dlts/dlos/addressWelcome.htm

05/14/2026

📣📫ALL real estate assessment notices have now been mailed to property owners in Stark County. 📣📫 Primary Residence Credit approval & denial letters were also sent out as required by NDCC 57-02-01.2. 📣 Approval letters were sent via email if we had a valid address, and denial letters were sent vial mail. 📫
❓If you have questions about your valuation, please call Natalie or Sarah at the Stark County Tax Equalization Office at (701)456-7671.

🏡ASSESSMENT NOTICES🏡 The Stark County Tax Director’s Office has started to mail out real estate assessment notices to all property owners in Stark County.
✅These notices are being sent in accordance with changes made to NDCC 57-02-53 during the 2025 Legislative Session. In previous years, notices were only sent to owners of property that increased in value by a certain threshold.
❗These notices are NOT A BILL❗ They show your property’s True & Full Value for the current and previous year.
‼️Note that a change in property value does not automatically mean your taxes are going to increase, as property taxes are also based on local budgets and levies.
❓If you have questions about your valuation, please contact the Stark County Tax Director’s office at 701-456-7671 or email [email protected].

05/14/2026

During National Police Week, the Stark County Sheriff’s Office honors the law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

We are proud to serve our community with dedication and integrity, and we carry forward the legacy of those who gave everything in service to others.

We will never forget. 💙

05/14/2026

⏰Primary Election is coming up June 9, 2026! Polling locations will be open from 7am - 7pm on June 9th and include:
✅ Prairie Hills Mall
✅ Biesiot Activities Center (BAC)
✅ Belfield City Hall
✅ Richardton City Hall
🗳 Early voting can be done at the Courthouse June 4 - 5 from 10am-6pm and June 6 from 8am-1pm 🗳

Be ready for the June 9 Primary Election.
Visit https://vote.nd.gov/myvotinginfo to view a sample ballot for where you live.

05/14/2026

Horse enthusiasts, become a member of the Roughrider Horse Club!
Single membership $45 Family $85
More info and forms available on the Roughrider Horse club page.
Clinics, lessons, shows!

04/27/2026

In Stark County, call the Auditor's office at 701-456-7630 for additional information about being a poll worker!

Want a behind-the-scenes look at how North Dakota elections work? Become a poll worker! It's a rewarding way to serve your community, meet your neighbors, and play a vital role in our democracy. Visit https://www.sos.nd.gov/elections/voter/be-poll-worker for more information and sign up today!

04/27/2026

Mark your calendars!

Governor Kelly Armstrong declared April 27 - May 1 Severe Summer Weather Awareness in North Dakota.

We are hosting a coloring contest to have fun while raising safety awareness for this annual event. Coloring sheets, instructions and additional learning resources are provided at NDResponse.gov

Want to turn this into a classroom lesson? Climate Literacy Kits by the North Dakota State Library have everything you need to do a full program about climate in our area! Perfect for the classroom, library, or fun community engagement learning sessions.

Broken down by age category, these kits have detailed lesson plans, picture books, laminated cards, and activities for six engaging lessons.

⚡ Grades K-2: Exploring Our Climate
⚡ Grades 3-5: Exploring Our Changing Climate
⚡ Teens: Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders
⚡ Adults: Sustainable Living, the Past, Present, and Our Future

Find more information at NDResponse.gov/2026summerweather

Image: Mark your calendars! Severe Summer Weather Coloring Contest